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I had Lapband 6/2/15 so I am 4 days post op and have lost 9 pounds so far. The pain hasn't been so bad but I don't really have the urge to eat anything or drink anything. Did anybody else experience this? My doctor has me on a 2 week liquid diet and I have a feeling it is going to very difficult for me. Any input or suggestions for living with a band would be great! Thanks! :)

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You might be surprised how well you do. The main thing to remember is stay hydrated, even if you have to sip slowly, make sure you get plenty of liquids.. Also walk as much as you can and if you get the shoulder gas pains, use a heating pad it really helped me. Important to remember that you did have surgery, take it easy don't overdo and follow your Doctor's instructions. Best of luck to you and I hope you have a good recovery. For problems with Constipation, use milk of magnesia or good ole prune juice.

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Sounds spot on to me. Two weeks of liquids post op for me too, many years ago now. Just keep sipping those liquids you're allowed to have. This is a very important time in your process, allowing everything time to heal properly. In a few short days, you'll probably be allowed to progress to mushies = HEAVEN! Don't worry about not having the urge to eat... It'll probably come soon enough!

Congrats on your surgery and best wishes on your success! :)

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You might be surprised how well you do. The main thing to remember is stay hydrated, even if you have to sip slowly, make sure you get plenty of liquids.. Also walk as much as you can and if you get the shoulder gas pains, use a heating pad it really helped me. Important to remember that you did have surgery, take it easy don't overdo and follow your Doctor's instructions. Best of luck to you and I hope you have a good recovery. For problems with Constipation, use milk of magnesia or good ole prune juice.

Thank you so much! I've been dealing with the shoulder gas pains and have been taking GasX and it has helped.

Sounds spot on to me. Two weeks of liquids post op for me too, many years ago now. Just keep sipping those liquids you're allowed to have. This is a very important time in your process, allowing everything time to heal properly. In a few short days, you'll probably be allowed to progress to mushies = HEAVEN! Don't worry about not having the urge to eat... It'll probably come soon enough!

Congrats on your surgery and best wishes on your success! :)

I am very much looking forward to mushy foods. Thank you :)

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Congratulations -- sounds like you're doing beautifully. I was not hungry early on and when I was it was time for a gorilla assessment with my doctor. I'm convinced the excellent follow up is where it's at. Keep all your appointments and keep listening in to your body. Best wishes!

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