I got my band date which is jan. 10th. I am excited and very scared at the same time. Anyone being banded close to my date? can anyone tell me how they felt when they came out of surgery. Can u tell me what was hard for them and what wasn't. Did u walk right away? Did u ha ve pai meficstio?have

The surgery was not bad at all! Because I had some issues with my IV, I wasn't able to receive pain or anti nausea medications for 30 minutes after surgery, and that was the worse part for me. I had no problem with getting my liquids down, or moving around. The majority of the pain I experienced came from the carbon dioxide they put into my abdominal cavity for the procedure. It took about 5 days for that to completely dissipate, and it was just so uncomfortable (not round the clock, but in certain positions.) I was banded on November 8th, and was feeling back to normal on day 8 post op. Adjusting to the foods that are permitted at each stage hasn't been too difficult. There is a brief moment each day when I just wish I could indulge in whatever I want, but those moments are fleeting, and I remember why I made the decision to have the surgery. I have lost 18lbs and have many more to go, but with each pound lost, is a lot more gained! I feel better and better each day - sleeping better, breathing better, more comfortable head to toe, and excited for the future. The best advice I can give at this point is follow the doctor's orders at all times. From water intake, to vitamins, and especially advancing to different food stages as directed. You will be fine, and so happy to take this journey once it begins for you. It is like being on a permanent diet, but making the right choices is so much easier with a tool such as the band. Good luck to you!