OH BOY here I go!!! I am scared and nervous- I know I will be ok- just I am a worrier!!! I know I can do this Its just scares me!! I have never had "surgery" other than 3 kids and kidney stone removal! So stiches scare me!!!

Thnx for Listening-Kim

Kim, I was just banded on March 30th and I was a total nervous wreck. The surgery was no big deal though, I got myself worried and scared for nothing. You'll do great. I've had three children, two c-sections and wisdom teeth removed and let me tell you, the wisdom teeth were worse then this. You'll have a little bit of discomfort from the CO2 they use then they do it laprascopically but try and walk as much as you can and I used a heating pad at night on my chest because that seemed to be where the gas would gather most. Drinking fluids helped a lot too. After three days I felt like myself again. I know it's hard not to be nervous but you'll do great! Just think of it this way, you are one step closer to your new life! Good Luck Kim! Keep us posted!

I had my surgery on March 9th I Was really nervous as well I Was okay the day of surgery just went in and did what they told me changed into my gown got weighed and peed in a cup got my ive went to the restroom the anesthesiologist came in and gave me something for my anxiety nd next thing I knew I Was waking up in recovery I Was not having too much pain but I said I Had a 7 on a scale between 1 & 10 hee hee they gave me some medicine in my IV and I Was off to sleep for an hour or so, I took me a while to fully wake up they put on a binder which was my best friend for a few weeks helps hold everything in place when moving around, coughng or sneezing they gave me some Water to sip on and some liquid lortab which made me very sick to my tummy but they called in a diferent pain medicine for me, that was a lil sore throwing up but I Stopped after I got it all up I Was extremely surprised the next morning when I Was getting ready for my shower I removed my binder to find no bandages and no stitches I Was glued shut no pain no oozing and nice lil tiny scars I never really had any incision pain but my port site was tender and still is if I wearing jeans for too long try not to worry your self too much it was easier than I anticipated and I HAd a speedy recovery I hope all is well with you tomorrow and you have an easy pain free time as well

OH BOY here I go!!! I am scared and nervous- I know I will be ok- just I am a worrier!!! I know I can do this Its just scares me!! I have never had "surgery" other than 3 kids and kidney stone removal! So stiches scare me!!!

Thnx for Listening-Kim

It;s not bad ! The Kidney stone removal might have been more painful. (depending on how it was done,) Remember it's like a small belt with a balloon that fits on like a zip tie. I have had Dental work that was far more painful.... That is the truth too!

You will be fine. Just remember as you are going in to the surgery room that now you are ready for your new life !

When you wake up, it begins !

So good health to you, and looking forward to hearing from you.

Just asking,,,,, Have you seen it on youtube? If not you might want to see it. It is interesting.

I made sure I watched a tape given to me from Lap Band threw my Dr... I wanted to see what I was getting in to. Glad I did.

Shirley

Thanks for posting Kim, my surgery is also tomorrow, knowing someone is out there going thru the same emotions and reading all the replys has really helped. Thank You everyone and Good Luck Tomorrow !

Thank you ALL!! I am a big frady cat--- THNX AGAIN for the support

Good luck to you and okiekatt tomorrow. Mine is on Friday and I'm starting to get a little shaken up myself. I'm sure all will be fine. Take care!!!

I was banded on 3/11/11. My surgery was scheduled for 7am. I was given a "cocktail" right before they wheeled me into the operating room. That is the last I remember. I woke up around 8:30a-9:00a and no joke the outpatient center sent me home at around 9:45a. They made me walk, drink barium (very small amount) to ensure band was working. At one point when walking, I briefly felt the - I'm gonna vomit - sensation but did not have issues with that once home. I REALLY think the walking is important; however, rest too! And take advantage of the pain killers (atleast for the first couple days). I too, after about 3 days, felt good. My surg was Friday, I had plans to return to work on Monday but ended up going Tuesday only because my little guy got sick.

The BIGGEST pain for me was the CO2. I did not have issues with anything else! Just to be aware of that is good. I did not realize that extra gas could cause so much flippin' pain but it did. Heating pad is your friend for sure!

Good luck!!!! You can do it! I am a month out as of yesterday and already see my body changing in only great ways. Flatter tommy, looser clothes. Totally worth it! I still have not gotten the first fill either.

On a side note.....during my experience, I had the worst!!! worst!!! shoulder/chest pain about 3 weeks out. I know that overeating can cause pain but did not realize it was being what's called "referred pain" sent to my shoulder. I also felt in no way was I overeating but, atlas, I was... Everyone's pain is different when it involves overeating but I still thought a heads up was in order.

Again-----GOOD LUCK and GOD BLESS!!!!!

Good luck!!! Let us know how everything goes Mine's on Monday, if it ever gets here!

Good luck!!! Let us know how everything goes Mine's on Monday, if it ever gets here!

Good Luck !

Shirley.

I had my surgery about two weeks ago and I was in a complete panic. Turns out the worst part of the day was getting weighed!! The anesthesiologist even numbed my vein before putting the IV in. Then he gave me "happy time" drugs and I woke up about an hour later in recovery. Bring lip balm to the surgery. I put mine in the bag with my clothes. Your mouth is super dry inside and out. Honestly, if I can do it, anyone can :-) You will do great!

I kknow how you are feelng. I am tomorrow as well. Thanks for the heating pad note, I think I have everything else I need. I am ready and I know we will do fine. If you are on this site you are as prepared as you will ever be. We have a great support system..I want to thank all the bansters who went before me and who have made this process a pretty easy one for me.

About the super dry mouth (FOR SURE !) They can't give you water, so if they can't,,,,, ask for a wet washcloth for your mouth. They should be able to give you that.

Thnx for all the tips!

Sorry I missed this but hope everyone's surgery went well today!!! Can't wait to hear about it.