Dec 2013

[lthueme 66]

I was banded on the 9th. Feeling better and getting more strength/endurance every day. Looking forward to going beyond Clear Liquids on Monday.

[boymom2 17]

I was banded on the 9th. Today was the first day I woke up with no shoulder pain....yay! Im still experiencing left side "runner cramp" type pain, but at least im getting relief even if its going at a slow pace. I can not wait to move up to soft foods.....i dont want to look at Soup for a long ass time

[lthueme 66]

I haven't had the shoulder pain but I have been having the cramp also on my left side right under my ribs. I called the Bariatric Center this afternoon because I haven't had a BM since before surgery. My husband picked up some type of powder laxative that I mixed in my beef broth. Waiting patiently I had been shopping today with my daughter and the cramp was really bothering me when I was walking around. Thinking that could be the reason....

[mrse13 36]

Anybody planning on Dec2013 banding?

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My surgery is tomorrow!!!

[lthueme 66]

Good luck to you, remember we are all here with you!

[kimk1999 450]

I haven't had the shoulder pain but I have been having the cramp also on my left side right under my ribs. I called the Bariatric Center this afternoon because I haven't had a BM since before surgery. My husband picked up some type of powder laxative that I mixed in my beef broth. Waiting patiently I had been shopping today with my daughter and the cramp was really bothering me when I was walking around. Thinking that could be the reason....

My doc recommends milk of magnesia to get things moving. I recommend just the half dosage. I still have shoulder pain

[Jazzy Rayne 6]

Anybody planning on Dec2013 banding?

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My surgery is tomorrow!!!

My surgery is tomorrow too!

[SkinnyJenn 68]

Tomorrow marks 1 week post surgery. I've lost 9 pounds so far!

[lapbandchic73 39]

Best of luck to you all having your surgerys tomorrow....Congrats on the new Journey that your about to endeavor.

Remember were all here for you!!

Lapbandchick73

[Mommy of 7 10]

I had my band put placed yesterday 12-19-2013. I have no pain from the surgery itself, however I had lots of issues with the anesthia. I get to leave the hospital this morning.

[lapbandchic73 39]

Good luck with journey...at least for me..Understand the things that I figured out: YOUR GOING TO BE SWOLLEN!! Still get your intake of liquids. Those are very much needed. TAKE SOME TYPE OF PAIN MEDS..I only used my Hydrocodone once..and thought since Im not in that much pain that I dont need it..But at least take Ibuprophen. It will help with the swelling and the pain. WHEN YOU ALLOWED TO EAT!! .....EAT!! I went into my first post op appt..thinking everything was getting stuck, and that I couldnt eat..and barely drink. Well..you can eat and drink..I had malnurished and dehydrated myself. As far as mushie foods....good luck..their gross..lol..I pureed some Campbells vegetable Soup...*GAG!! lol..

Good luck to you Mommy of 7.

Merry Christmas!!

Lapbandchic73

[Jazzy Rayne 6]

I had my lapband replaced yesterday 12/20/13. I had surgery at 7am and was out the door by 11am. The dr said I had quite a bit of scar tissue and the 10cc band was indeed too small for me. He said everything went perfect. I was very nauseous and in pain so they gave me meds n when I felt better I was walking to my car and my dad drove me home (1.5 hours). I walked and walked around the house. I woke up today and my word.... The worst pain ever is from the trapped gas. My shoulders and back are killing me. My port incision hurts a lot so I use my legs n arms to compensate .... So my legs feels like I did a thousand squats and my arms feel like I lifted 100lbs lol. So I'm just sore ALL over. I have 0 appetite ... But I got 1.5 Protein Atkins shake down and half a can of really milky cream of chicken Soup w out the chicken chunks. Strained it. Instead of 5 incisions I only have 2. But hey whatever works. If this gas would go away, I'm sure I'll feel a lot better. I have gas x strips. Don't find much relief. Heating pad and hot shower helps more.

Here's for round two for me!

[lthueme 66]

Wow, I couldn't imagine doing the surgery as outpatient! That is what my insurance wanted but I told my doctor to find a reason to keep me overnight. I hope you have a restful night and feel better tomorrow. The gas is the worst part of the surgery for sure, I still have bloating, wish this gas would all go away.

[sengelken 51]

I finally got my date! December 26!! What a Christmas present!! Can't wait, I am so ready!!

[SkinnyJenn 68]

Yay!!!! Good luck!