Hello!

My name is Lisa and I had the lapband on 1-18-08. I started walking on Monday and I don't know if I over did it but my largest incision is hurting and it's very red like it's irretated. I called the office today and they told me if there is no puss than it doesn't sound infected.......I'm very concered. They also said that I'm still in the healing process and it could be my stitches inside. Has anyone experienced this?

Hi, I live in South Carolina. I was banded a week ago today and I'm SO glad that I did this!!! Yesterday I was able to go up and down steps easily like normal people, not take one step at a time like an old person. I haven't done that in years! I do have the desire for solid food and I have to say I've cheated just a tiny tiny tad (thank goodness no ill effects). What is killing me the most is the staples. I'm getting them out on Friday. Thank goodness because they are killing me!

I would love to talk to anyone who has been banded also. I have no one to really ask things here so please feel free to contact me anytime.

Lisa