hi everyone just want to say my surgery went well i got home today around 10am im in a lot of pain but trying to walk around as much as possible the worst is the gas pains around my cheat any advice how to handle those! also trying to fit that protein shake is hard im just not hungry anyway thanks for the prayers and ill keep you guys posted on my recovery:rolleyes2:

I had my surgery on the 9th, and I know EXACTLY how you feel! I'm not really that hungry, and I have to force protein and water into my system. I just sip on 16 oz bottle of water for an hour, and then protien for 3. Good luck to you, honey!

The worst is I cant sleep in my bed only on a reclining chair cause its 2 painful 2 lay on a bed anyone experience that?

I had my surgery on the 9th, and I know EXACTLY how you feel! I'm not really that hungry, and I have to force protein and water into my system. I just sip on 16 oz bottle of water for an hour, and then protien for 3. Good luck to you, honey!

thank u good luck 2 u also!!!

the first couple days are the roughest! Walk just a little bit every couple hours or so, but don't over do it the first 2 days.

sleeping, unfortunately, is a bit rough. They don't want you to lay flat at all! It is pretty painful anyway, so prop yourself up. Don't be freaked out if you wake up a bunch of times in the middle of the night. I didn't sleep through the night for awhile. The pain will subside soon, hang in there! Take your liquid tylenol. (if u have it)

GOOD LUCK on your journey!!

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the first couple days are the roughest! Walk just a little bit every couple hours or so, but don't over do it the first 2 days.

sleeping, unfortunately, is a bit rough. They don't want you to lay flat at all! It is pretty painful anyway, so prop yourself up. Don't be freaked out if you wake up a bunch of times in the middle of the night. I didn't sleep through the night for awhile. The pain will subside soon, hang in there! Take your liquid tylenol. (if u have it)

GOOD LUCK on your journey!!

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thanks 4 the info im tyring to rest but i find myself trying to do stuff i changed my bed sheets and swept a little im gonna try no to over do it

Just wanted to say congrats, and wishing you a speedy recovery :thumbup:

Hang in there honey...we're all cheering for you! Have you tried the strips for the gas? I think that they are Mylanta or Maalox? I've seen on other boards where folks have suggested them instead of liquids or other stuff. I don't know if they actually help, but you let us know, k?

First of all, congratulations... The walking around helped me with the pain in my chest. I slept in the chair with the ottoman and used a lot of pillows for support.

This too shall pass... Don't worry..

Don't do too much and get some rest.

Take care.. We are all here for ya.

Good luck.:biggrin2:

Happy day for you..your on the road to the new u.keep us posted.

thanks im trying to hang in there i know the pain will pass i just didnt think it would hurt this much but it will b worth it when the weight comes off. i hope!!!

I'm glad to see that things went well. Sorry to hear about the pain but this will pass. Can't wait til I am in your shoes! :embaressed_smile:

I'm glad to see that things went well. Sorry to hear about the pain but this will pass. Can't wait til I am in your shoes! :embaressed_smile:

thanks! u will be there soon its funny but the pain is worth it cause u know in the end you will b a happier healthier person make sure u have some gas-x available and some milk of magnesia u will need them pls feel free to ask me for any advice and i will b glad to help u in your journey

thanks! u will be there soon its funny but the pain is worth it cause u know in the end you will b a happier healthier person make sure u have some gas-x available and some milk of magnesia u will need them pls feel free to ask me for any advice and i will b glad to help u in your journey

Thanks! How are feeling today? I read the second and third days can be a bit rough.

its pretty rough the gas pain is the worse i find myself walking alot cause it does help i take the gas=x it helps a little but not as much as the walking but im sure i will feel better in a week i have no regrets i know i made the right choice and when the weight starts to come off i will be even happier Good luck on your journey you will do great

Hello Choopie!!

I am home to after being banded on Monday morning,I got home around 4 on tuesday all is well here, the pain is finally slowing down,I did not have much problem with gas,but understand it will go away give it time.I hope all else is well with you ,good luck..Tim