I hope its ok that I started this thread over on the post-op side! Just wanted to check in to see how those who have been banded are doing?

Im 5 days post op and Im HUNGRY. This all liquid business is really getting annoying. I think Im dehydrated too but Im going in to see my doctor today just to make sure everything is ok. I was feeling nauseous and still running a low grade fever. I talked with the doc last night and she said she didn't seem too worried about it but wanted me to come in today just to followup. Im going to ask her about starting some applesauce, pudding or thinned out cream of wheat. I need something more solid in my stomach.

To top everything else off- Im having female issues and bathroom issues. I started my period a week early 3 days before surgery even though Im on the pill and technically not supposed to start until this week. And I have a yeast infection from the antibiotics I got in the hospital. And then with nothing but liquids coming out I have a hemorrhoid. SHOOT ME NOW.

And the worst was last night when I was taking care of some lady business and was trying to be real gentle with my insicions so I didnt stretch too much and hurt them- well I got the MOTHER of all cramps in my lower abdomen (down below my belly button) that would not go away. I was in EXCRUCIATING pain and it hurt so bad that I really thought I was going to black out from the pain. After what seemed like 10 years (but really only 30 secs) things started getting better. But I called my husband upstairs and had him lay down iwth me just to make sure I wasnt going to pass out.

Anyways, after last night Im glad Im going in to see the doctor. I think I need to get some gatorade to drink because im probably dehydrated but just want to check with her to make sure its ok. And hopeing she will clear me to eat a little something. Im tired of feeling so weak and tired all the time.

OMG guys- I cannot wait until my first fill! My next appt is 9/10 with my surgeon. Im on a regular diet now and Im so hungry and eating WAAAAY more than I should. I know that I have no restriction right now and it just sucks. I went back on my high protein/low carb diet like I did for my 2 week pre-op diet. Im going to do this until at least my first fill. I CAN NOT gain any more weight back. I had lost 31 lbs total (10 in my 6month diet, then 21 between my 2 week pre-op and my post-op stuff) but when I moved to eating real food I gained like 5 back. UGH. I just read a thread about people eating some cheese as a snack and they will eat a small amount- like 3 small bites. OMG- I can eat a huge chunk of cheese. BANDSTER HELL SUCKS!

Amber, I am so like you. Hungry and not wanting to gain...9/10 isn't forever and I think I'm actually a week after you! We'll get there...!

I was banded Monday Aug 23,2010, I've actually had more pain than I expected.. The one thing now that is causing me most problems is that I seem to have heartburn. Not sure because I've never had heartburn before..Its a pain in my chest that feels like I have to burp but can't.. I haven't eaten any real food so not sure why I would be having heartburn. I get it before I eat and after I eat or drink anything. Anyone else have any issues with this? I am taking pepcid AC twice a day but doesn't seem to help much.

I don't think you are having heartburn but rather gas pain from the surgery. it will dissapate eventually. Movement helps.

I went to my post op yesterday and i too am suffering from acid heart burn. He said i was given a standard band ...im guessing 10 cc and they all come with a small amount of fluid in them . He was concerned im tight allready...

I'm banded everybody! I was banded Tuesday. I feel pretty good. I did have a large hiatal hernia that he had to repair. I do have a sore throat, along with a swollen uvula. After surgery, I did have some gas in my left shoulder and left side, but it has now gone. I just feel like I've done an ab work out! I came out of surgery and was wide awake, I didn't have to sleep it off the anesthesia. I plan on returning to work on Monday.

Today I can start eating any thing that I can tolerate. This scares me. I had another bandster tell me that I should be afraid of or at least have a healthy respect for food. That I will be careful with what I eat. I hope she is right. She has been banded for over 3 years, and she looks amazing. She said that she still has a fear of food.

I ate half of a Little Debbie oatmeal creme pie this morning at 430 when I got up with one of the girls to get them a drink. I'm irritated with myself because I wasn't even hungry. It was habit. The snack was sitting on the counter.

I don't think you are having heartburn but rather gas pain from the surgery. it will dissapate eventually. Movement helps.

Thanks Diane, can the gas last this long past surgery day.? My surgery was Monday. Sometimes I think the pain is hunger becuase I can feel my stomach actually growling/rumbling. But then I try to burp and can't do that, and then pain feels worse... I appreciate your advise.

I went to my post op yesterday and i too am suffering from acid heart burn. He said i was given a standard band ...im guessing 10 cc and they all come with a small amount of fluid in them . He was concerned im tight allready...

I'm worried that I am feeling the same thing.. Can you tell me what yours feels like. I'm uncomfortable a lot. I'm really hungry but Im afraid to eat cuz it makes me feel pain, then if I don't eat the hunger pains get bad. looking for as much info as possible.

My husband drank V8 juice instead of taking vitamins. He was banded on 8/10 and really hasn't had any issues except the gas pains which have finally gone away. Good luck :0)

Hi All,

I know it's been a few weeks since I posted. I have just recently moved AND had an out of town visitor for a week so little to no time to come online. Looks like there have been tons of posts since I was last here, I need to take some time to sit down and read them all. I'm so proud of everyone!

I am going to be 3 weeks out tomorrow. I saw my doc 1 week post op and he gave me the go ahead for mushies. About a week after that I moved myself to soft regular foods (chewing thourghly) and now am on to regular food. I haven't had any problems. The "suggested" diet was just way too slow for me. My doctors attitude is that if you feel up to it and ok, then you can proceed gradually at your own pace.

I have been working out for an hour about 4 times a week(treadmill and elliptical) and feel fabulous. I am really happy with my weight loss, about 20 lbs so far and my clothes are feeling looser.

Waiting to get my 1st fill next week though, and boy do I need it! I feel that if I let myself go, I would be able to eat just like I used to at this point. I have zero restriction, which I know won't come until the first fill.

:smile:Wish me luck!

I'm banded everybody! I was banded Tuesday. I feel pretty good. I did have a large hiatal hernia that he had to repair. I do have a sore throat, along with a swollen uvula. After surgery, I did have some gas in my left shoulder and left side, but it has now gone. I just feel like I've done an ab work out! I came out of surgery and was wide awake, I didn't have to sleep it off the anesthesia. I plan on returning to work on Monday.

congradulations, and welcome....next stop "bandster hell". Kinda sounds like a sorority and hazing and all...lol

Hi All,

I know it's been a few weeks since I posted. I have just recently moved AND had an out of town visitor for a week so little to no time to come online. Looks like there have been tons of posts since I was last here, I need to take some time to sit down and read them all. I'm so proud of everyone!

I am going to be 3 weeks out tomorrow. I saw my doc 1 week post op and he gave me the go ahead for mushies. About a week after that I moved myself to soft regular foods (chewing thourghly) and now am on to regular food. I haven't had any problems. The "suggested" diet was just way too slow for me. My doctors attitude is that if you feel up to it and ok, then you can proceed gradually at your own pace.

I have been working out for an hour about 4 times a week(treadmill and elliptical) and feel fabulous. I am really happy with my weight loss, about 20 lbs so far and my clothes are feeling looser.

Waiting to get my 1st fill next week though, and boy do I need it! I feel that if I let myself go, I would be able to eat just like I used to at this point. I have zero restriction, which I know won't come until the first fill.

:smile:Wish me luck!

GOOD FOR YOU MELISSA, i KNOW HOW YOU FEEL ,RIGHT NOW I AM TOTALLY DIETING......I STILL HAVE TWO WEEKS UNTIL THAT FIRST FILL.....BY THE WAY EVERYONE CHECK OUT BARIATRICTV.COM YOU REALLY WILL ENJOY IT!

Hi Everyone, I went to the dr for post op visit today. He said I have lost 23 lbs and was very pleased. My Dr is the slow type with everything I just started on full liquids this week. I can now advance to the next stages as I want, but slowly. He says the longer I stay away from solids the more weight loss. But don't starve yourself and keep drinking the protein shakes .

My first fill is not untill Sept 30, I don't know how I am going to last till then. I have been walking everyday and will continue. Boy this is a journey and I am commited one way or the other. Take care everyone and keep up the great work we are all doing!

Thanks Diane, can the gas last this long past surgery day.? My surgery was Monday. Sometimes I think the pain is hunger becuase I can feel my stomach actually growling/rumbling. But then I try to burp and can't do that, and then pain feels worse... I appreciate your advise.

Mine lasted 3 days and Gas-x helped to break it up so I could burp it out. I also had the growling sensation and I wasn't sure if it was hunger or not too. It will get better...... BUT I just read another post that the doc said she did indeed have heartburn so I could be wrong.

Had my post-op today and everything is healed. He said my first fill is 4 weeks off!! 6 weeks from surgery!! He wants to make sure everything is settled and the band can't slip before he puts constriction on it. He also said I can finally do some light exercise. I guess he is more conservative than most of you on here. It feels like a slow start. However he said even though there is no restriction on the band it is still more restrictive than if I didn't have it and to practice chewing and chewing and chewing. lol.