Anybody planning on Dec2013 banding?

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

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....

Anybody planning on Dec2013 banding?

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My surgery is tomorrow!!!

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

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

Anybody planning on Dec2013 banding?

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My surgery is tomorrow!!!

My surgery is tomorrow too!

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

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

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.

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

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!

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.

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

Yay!!!! Good luck!

Well I was banded Dec 6th 2013. And I go for my first fill on Jan 9th. AND IM READY FOR IT! Since Iv healed from the surgery and that Im still wide open on my band...I cant seem to feel full when I eat. And Im frustrated with myself. I lost a lot right after the surgery and..Im maintain it..but I know that eating isn't the solution. Im bored, I don't go back to work till Jan 6th, and then don't start back up with Spring semester classes till Jan 16..Iv been doing the Zumba Wii workout, Im just down today..Feel like I could cry. Not sure if its an after Christmas depression or what..but today it hit me. Im sad...I know that this journey is goin to take some time to travel..Just ready for it to start..Sorry for boo-hooing to you guys today..I just needed to vent..Happy New year everyone

Lapbandchic73