Hi All,

I want to introduce myself. I was banded on 4/8/08 and am on my way. I am a bit sore although not as bad a I thought. My big problem would be the gas at this point. Comes and goes and I am currently on Pepcid, Gas X, heating pad, warm liquids and walking. I am hoping they subside in a few days.

Anyhow, even before the placement this experiece has had a positive impact. My first weigh-in @ the Dr was 383 and the morning of surgury I was at 358. It feels so good to say I am down 25 pounds!!!

Looking forward to great conversation in the future.

Regards,

Greg

the soreness goes away quickly - keep moving around to avoid the gas. congrats on the pre-op weight loss and a successfull surgery. you will be happy with this choice.

Yeah - if you feel gas pain, get moving. It helps with the gas, and it burns energy...

Welcome aboard!

Congrats! The best advise Keep Walking!!!!

I've been a "lurker" up to this point. I have enjoyed and learned a lot by reading your posts. I will be banded Mon 4/14. My son was banded 4/11 and my daughter will be banded 4/24. Dr Victor Gonzales will do mine. I started at 284 and after 12 days liquid diet am down to 260. I retired after owning a small company that did outsourcing work for American Express where I retired the fisrt time. I look forward to learning more from you guys in the future......Weldon

Hey, Weldon, welcome aboard!

You're among friends here...

Welcome to the site and congrats on your new life change!