Hey there, I am out 3 days and finally today I have started feeling a little more like myself. I have had terrible gas pains, but they seem to be improving. I have only had two doses of pain meds today and very happy with that. Hopefully won't have to have any tomorrow. I haven't been drinking as much as I probably should be. I am confused on how I should feel. I have been drinking a couple protein shakes a day, sipping them very slowly, but feels like I'm getting more down than I should be, but I become very full. I am anxious to hear what you should feel like right after surgery, and when do they give your the first fill? Just so thankful to be feeling better and up moving around now.

I had my surgery on Tuesday. I went to my first post-op appointment today and explained I was having trouble getting my Protein and Water in. ..........my hernia was huge apparently. I was told to do protein shots and constantly sip water. Now I feel VERY FULL!! And the gas I thought was gone away seemed to come back.....maybe it was just traveling back to my shoulders. Anyway, I was told to expect to be sore for about a week. My doctor also told me I could do anything except lift over25 lbs nd and swim.

I was banded Tuesday also! Same as you, today i finally felt like me! I think my dr told me at least 6 weeks before my first fill. I will be seeing my Dr once a month for the next year. All doctors are different

I was banded tuesday too.....very gassy...look 5 mos preggers....and family being crappy about everything. Figured this would b the best kinda place to come until the once-a-month support group meets hows everyone doing???

I'm exactly one week post and last night was the first night I was able to get in/out of bed without trouble. Yesterday I went out with my family for a few hours and today as well. Seems like you're right on tract, hunny!

You guys are doing great! I am on day 9 and am just NOW feeling like a real human being lol. Not hungry but able to eat a little more ( basically getting a little closer to what I'm supposed to be being in anyway).. hang in there!