Banded Side!

amberganej · June 18, 2007

Well I did it! I got banded June 14th with Dr. Mumford. I had a little bit a problem coming out of the anesthesia but other than that it hasn't been that bad!! I have also been loving the Codeine so that may be a big helper!! I do feel hungry! That just started today. They told me to have 1 Optifast spilt into 3 everyday! How was that for everyone else? Did anyone take more optifast? I have it and I feel full... but then an hour or so later i feel like am hungry and want some more! I haven't had any 'cause i don't wanna screw things up! What are everyone's thoughts?!

marcar35 · June 21, 2007

Welcome to band world.

I'm so glad things went really well for you.

Hunger was normal for me. I was able to have the Isopro Protein Drink mixed with Water the first few days. That really helped, but you're right 1/2 hr later I was hungry again. I would supplement with broths, popsicles, jell-o, apple and cranberry juices. The juices really helped.

Personally I experienced my hunger getting worst as I moved to full fluids and now that I'm on pureed foods my hunger is under control but my cravings are running rampant :cry. I'm getting to the point that I can't wait to go in for my first fill. Good luck to you.