My name is Donna and I was banded on 3/29/11. It's only been three days and I'm still dealing with a little bit of gas, pain in the sternum and some diarrhea. After reading many posts I see all of these things are normal. I have not been able to even swallow apple sauce so I think my stomach is a little more swollen then some others. I will be patient and wait until I can before trying anything else. I was told I could try some egg drop Soup by the PA at my surgeons office -- wouldn't have thought of that on my own. It went down somewhat well but no more than 2 ounces! Other than that it's been Protein shakes, low sodium broth and sugar free juices. Oh, and of course Water. I have also had a couple of sugar free ice pops but really haven't felt like having more than that. I have just poured 1/2 cup of coffee which I know is not a perfect choice but it feels good going down. I am not a coffee lover so this isn't something I am going to have a problem with. My first fill is on April 27 and I have no idea how much he is going to put in. I have been feeling some grumbling that I believe are hunger pangs but the idea of eating anything at this point is downright frightening!!!

Thanks for all that have gone before me. I love reading your posts!!!!!!

Donna

My name is Donna and I was banded on 3/29/11. It's only been three days and I'm still dealing with a little bit of gas, pain in the sternum and some diarrhea. After reading many posts I see all of these things are normal. I have not been able to even swallow apple sauce so I think my stomach is a little more swollen then some others. I will be patient and wait until I can before trying anything else. I was told I could try some egg drop soup by the PA at my surgeons office -- wouldn't have thought of that on my own. It went down somewhat well but no more than 2 ounces! Other than that it's been Protein shakes, low sodium broth and sugar free juices. Oh, and of course Water. I have also had a couple of sugar free ice pops but really haven't felt like having more than that. I have just poured 1/2 cup of coffee which I know is not a perfect choice but it feels good going down. I am not a coffee lover so this isn't something I am going to have a problem with. My first fill is on April 27 and I have no idea how much he is going to put in. I have been feeling some grumbling that I believe are hunger pangs but the idea of eating anything at this point is downright frightening!!!

Thanks for all that have gone before me. I love reading your posts!!!!!!

Donna

Hi Donna, Thank you for your post. I am scheduled for surgery on April 8th and I am so glad for lapband talk to read about others experiences. I hope you are feeling well. Keep us posted on your recovery.

Paula

Paula,

Good luck with your procedure. It will be here before you know it!! I know that I will keep coming back here for much support. I will look for your update!

Donna