I was banded today and I feel really good. Not too much pain. I told DS it was nothing compared to natural childbirt. I have had a dose of liquid lortab since getting home about 4pm. My biggest complaint is my mouth and throat are so dry and nothing seems to help. I am really glad I did this.

I was banded today and I feel really good. Not too much pain. I told DS it was nothing compared to natural childbirt. I have had a dose of liquid lortab since getting home about 4pm. My biggest complaint is my mouth and throat are so dry and nothing seems to help. I am really glad I did this.

Congrats. Take care of yourself.

That is so cool.. I think i posted something to u on another board.. but how long did your procedure take? do u have the freeze pops like everyone suggests?

i am glad you made such a fantastic decision, as well! :huh2:

Hi ThinMinnie! I, too, was banded today. I am amazed that I have no discomfort at all in my stomach area, but the whole right side of my abdomen is killing me! I know, the port area is the sorest, but I'm really uncomfortable. I had severe gas pains earlier today but thankfully that has subsided. I'm thinking about going to bed but I really doubt I'm going to be able to lie down without too much pain. Anyone else feel that way?

That is so cool.. I think i posted something to u on another board.. but how long did your procedure take? do u have the freeze pops like everyone suggests?

I am not sure how long the actual procedure took but they did take me back at 10:30 am for an 11am start time. I had surgery, went to recovery room, and went to xray for a barium swallow and was back in day surgery by 1:30. Seems like a lot to do in a short time so I am guessing the surgery was the longest part.

Freez pops??? I dont have them. What are they?

Hi ThinMinnie! I, too, was banded today. I am amazed that I have no discomfort at all in my stomach area, but the whole right side of my abdomen is killing me! I know, the port area is the sorest, but I'm really uncomfortable. I had severe gas pains earlier today but thankfully that has subsided. I'm thinking about going to bed but I really doubt I'm going to be able to lie down without too much pain. Anyone else feel that way?

I am glad to know someone else banded on 4/2. I have more pain today. I woke up about every 2 hours last nigt. It does hurt-its just not as bad as I had expected. I had a breast reduction six years ago and it was much worse. Keep me updated on your progress. Good luck.

I am not sure how long the actual procedure took but they did take me back at 10:30 am for an 11am start time. I had surgery, went to recovery room, and went to xray for a barium swallow and was back in day surgery by 1:30. Seems like a lot to do in a short time so I am guessing the surgery was the longest part.

Freez pops??? I dont have them. What are they?

Popsicle's so your throat wont hurt or be dry... i just call them freeze pops...lol

:bolt: Yes, I have freeze pops.