:smile2:...so nervous....and scared....someone tell me some good stories.....something upbeat and positive...its just me and only me for support...thanks

I had my surgery yesterday and everthing went fine. I would love to have you as a support buddy since we are being banded around the same time. I think we are close to the same age too, I'm 52. I know you will do fine and we can keep in touch.

I was banded on Thurs 9/30. When I was wheeled into the operating room I began to feel more anxious. The anesthesiologist reassured me I was in good hands. She put something in my IV to calm me down and the next thing I remember was waking up in the recovery room. I was told that surgery began at 10:50 and I was done by 11:18am.

My suggestion to you after surgery is to walk as much as you can. This will help with the gas and your healing will be much quicker.

Good luck to you!

My surgery went extremely smooth. It only took about 40 mins. and I woke up pretty alert. Only needed pain meds once in the hospital and the percecet they sent me home with a couple times a day. The only time I was really in "pain" was when I moved around a lot. Also riding in the car bothered me. Bring a pillow to put between you and the seatbelt.

I have been very successful with the band. I lost 107 pounds in about 10 months. I love my band and with the tool, I am confident it will stay off this time. Best of luck! Let us know how it goes.

thank you everyone......i do appreciate all the positive comments.....i do wish everyone the best...and thanks again...pegs:thumbup:

Hi, I just got banded on 9/30 two days ago. I have had minimal pain, nausia and I AM FEELING GREAT!!

I am able to drink my fluids and take my meds.

Today I actually went to the store to buy my protine & vitamins. I wish you the best of luck on your big day.

Try not to be nervous its really not that bad. Just follow your diet and you will be fine!!

I was banded in August. I really had no pain other than the gas pains. I never even opened my Lortab and I didn't get pain meds in the hospital either.

It was honestly the best decision of my life:) My self esteem is through the roof now.

You will do fine and have awesome results:)