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Im only a day n last night i swear i wanted to take a pin and pop myself im so gassy it hurts nothing helps at all my hubby beat my areas of pain til i got to my parents house to get in the massage recliner they have walkn helps if i cud sleep standing up il befine im off no sleep im tired of crying im not looking for. A sorry camp i just saw i wasnt alone even thou some is longer than mines but im so tired n pain

IM MY OWN MOTIVATION

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I'm day 4 and had a rough day today. My pain seems to come and go now but when it comes, it comes with a vengeance. I'm so hungry and have a hard time even sipping liquids. I just keep telling myself "it will get better!"

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I'm day 4 and had a rough day today. My pain seems to come and go now but when it comes, it comes with a vengeance. I'm so hungry and have a hard time even sipping liquids. I just keep telling myself "it will get better!"

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It will get better. It is a journey, but it will get better!

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I'm still having gas pains as well & I'm day 12 post op. It feels good to be on soft foods vs liquids now, but this discomfort us awful. I just keep praying & each day is a little different. I was regretful at first, but now I'm not. I'm ready for what this journey has in store for me. Hope it gets better for you. I'm here if you need me. My family is very supportive & my husband is the best, but sometimes you need people that are going through the same thing. Take care.

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You are definitely not alone! I am single and my parents are out of town. I wa banded Thursday. Sitting in my bed right now eating watery, runny oatmeal (doc said it was ok) and waiting on a friend to bring me a thermometer. Luckily, I haven't had the horrible gas pains but I've had fever and body aches. Hot showers, heating pad, liquid Tylenol, walking (just in case), and SF hot cocoa are what's getting me through. I've had "what have I done" moments but keep reminding myself I WILL get past this and it WILL be worth it. Your attitude determines your altitude, so stay positive. These days are very temporary.

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I had the fever ans body aches too. I also have had the "why did I do this" feeling but as everyone else says I'm trying to stay positive ans look at the future. I am here for anyone who needs to talk as well!! Thanks for everyone's support and encouragement.

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I had the fever ans body aches too. I also have had the "why did I do this" feeling but as everyone else says I'm trying to stay positive ans look at the future. I am here for anyone who needs to talk as well!! Thanks for everyone's support and encouragement.

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You are definitely not alone! I am single and my parents are out of town. I wa banded Thursday. Sitting in my bed right now eating watery' date=' runny oatmeal (doc said it was ok) and waiting on a friend to bring me a thermometer. Luckily, I haven't had the horrible gas pains but I've had fever and body aches. Hot showers, heating pad, liquid Tylenol, walking (just in case), and SF hot cocoa are what's getting me through. I've had "what have I done" moments but keep reminding myself I WILL get past this and it WILL be worth it. Your attitude determines your altitude, so stay positive. These days are very temporary.[/quote']

Very proud of your determination & positive outlook! Hope you feel better soon. I'm sure you know to report fever to your surgeon.

Hang in there!

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I agree w/ the other posters, it does get better. If you have to take it hour by hour, do so. Also, if the pain is that bad, do you still have pain meds from the doctor? I was given liquid pain meds that helped. I tried to only take them if it was really bad.

Your doctor said only liquids for a month? When are you allowed mushies? Also, are you on clear liquid or just liquid now? Make sure you are doing Protein Drinks so it helps keep you full and helps the healing. Also, make sure you are sipping your liquids as if you are drinking too fast, that can add to the gas discomfort.

The first weeks aren't fun, but they are so worth it. This will pass!

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How long i cant bare with this its everywhere sholder neck chest stomach i got a massager on me now i cant do heatpad melt glue

IM MY OWN MOTIVATION

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Had surgery Wednesday and the gas pains have been severe, in my shoulders and chest and now on the forth day out I am having bad body aching. Feeling not my self and feeling little depressed. I had it in my head that I was going to work out the day after surgery not freakin possible

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Had surgery Wednesday and the gas pains have been severe, in my shoulders and chest and now on the forth day out I am having bad body aching. Feeling not my self and feeling little depressed. I had it in my head that I was going to work out the day after surgery not freakin possible

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i was banded on tuesday the 4 th and the gas pain is starting to go i have stuck to my diet very well and gas x and zantac helpped also its very normal also i have been taking pain meds they help too TODAY I GET TO EAT MASSED food DR SAY ANY THING THAT I CAN MASS UP SO THATS MOST LIKEY SOFT FOOD LIKE CREAM OF WHAET THATS SO GOOD IN THE AM NO bread O NO BREAD I LOVE BREAD

I thought about hot rolls and butter at holidays. I can take a bite and chew and spit it out, If I ever feel the urge for rolls.

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I had back pain around a week after surgery and I chalked it up to gas pain. It only last about 2 days thankfully. It was quite painful. This too will pass. Good luck.

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