Had my band on Monday the 16th. Doin' ok i guess. The pain in my shoulders and neck can be unbearable at times and I can't really explain the belly pain, it kinda feels like my belly drops when i stand up. it's strange. Not to mention i feel everything i swallow--is there anything that helps this feeling??? any suggestions would be great.

Good luck to all you june bandsters out there.

Leah

Leah--

Sounds very normal to me. They pump you full of air to blow up your belly so they can put the band in. There are some people who seem to get through this stage fast -- but I don't think that is most people. I couldn't lie down in bed for 2 weeks. Sat up on the couch with my feet on an ottoman all night! Drink Water, take pain pills if they gave them to you --- or pain reliever. It will pass (sos to speak!). If you continue to worry or something really feels wrong --- call your MD. They SHOULD welcome your call and put you at ease. They get paid a lot of money and that includes aftercare.

Good luck.