I'm a Bandster Too!

[thebandedman 3]

Had my surgery this morning so now I'm a Bandster too. I was up at 3AM for my pre-surgery shower with the special soap they gave me. Got dressed, checked my bag for needed documents and post-op items then my wife and I were on the way to the hospital at 3:45. We arrived in plenty of time for my 4:30 check-in. The process went smoothly and by 5:15 I was taken back to be prepared for surgery. The nursing staff were professional and friendly, that made me feel very comfortable.

I had my IV started, blood thinner give, and a shot of antigas medicine in my tummy. My doctor, and some of the surgical team came guy to check on me and to ask questions. Finally the anesthesia tech came in with my "cocktail". I started feeling warm all over and that is the last I remember. I woke to a nurse saying are you awake, do you have any pain? I was very sleepy but happy to have no pain. As I was in recovery the nurse did give me some pain medicine a short time before I was too leave. I did some breathing with the Airlife device they gave to. I have to use it often each day while I'm healing. I then was taken to do my barium swallow and then they had me drink some Water 30 minutes afterwards. They had me walk around a bit and I was free to go home.

I got home, walked a bit, napped a bit, and sipped my Liquid Protein drink. I don't feel pain so took just 1/2 a dose of my medicine to keep me pain free. I did feel a little something in my left shoulder but a Gas-X strip took care of that. So now just resting, walking, breathing treatment, sip liquid, repeat.

My incisions look tiny compared to others I've seen on this site and others. I am very very pleased with Dr. Kim and the staff at Forest Park Medicial Center. The facility is first rate and I felt treated with professional care and compassion.

I'm glad my journey has started with such a positive step. Best wishes to the other Oct 25th Bandsters, have an easy and quick recovery.

TBM

[Kaye21 46]

I'm glad it went well. Welcome to the club!

[Corrigan 75]

Good for you, we're always glad to hear a Lap band installation go so well.

I had a very similar experience. I had my six week appointment today and we

decided I was losing enough so no fill! I hope you do just as well, or better.

[LB4Me 35]

Welcome to the other side. I hope your recovery is quick and painless. I too took 1/2 doses of the pain meds for about 2 days and then stopped. The 1/2 doses allowed me to take the edge off and sleep, but didn't totally drug me.

[riss95 0]

Congratulations. I just had my surgery on Monday. I have some pain at the port site. I have been drinking liquids, Soups and shakes and so far so good. I hope your recovery goes well.