I was banded yesterday (7.8.08) and although I am in a bit of pain, I'm doing suprisingly well. What stinks is all these amazing smells coming from my mother's kitchen (we're staying with my family for a few days post-op) and not being able to EAT. I don't want to eat, my stomach is full, and I feel restricted, but the smells are so good! It's such a confusing situation! You really do have to train yourself.

In any case, I'm proud to now move over to the Post-Op thread. I'm on clear liquids for 3 days, and full liquids for 5 weeks (although the doctor will allow mushies about week 4 or so). Hard to just have 2 oz at a time! And the gurgling is weird, too!

drink (sip) lots of water. You'll start to pee a normal amount probably tomorrow. And, the gas pains may hit you soon and they will hurt! Walk, walk and walk to shorten their duration. Don't bother buying gasX, it won't work. Good job! ~All the best.

Congratulations! We're lapband buddies!!! :redface: Yes, all of these gas bubbles are weird feeling!

Congratulations! Let us know how its going!

Zeema, can you tell me how long it took Tricare Prime to approve you after submission? I'm asking everyone! Even though I'm still waiting for the Dr. to send in the paperwork!

Hello everyone, I was banded on the 8th also. Tummy is a little tender, but the gas pains are the worst part, they are in my shoulders. Not really hungry, but I am making it a point to get the 50 grams of protein in so I don't loose my hair. I am hoping this gas goes away soon as I hope to return to work on Monday.

TriCare Prime approved my claim in about 3 hours after my doctor submitted it! I was amazed!! Now, 1 month later, I am banded!!!

Congrats Army wife!!!!!!!