I was banded on the 7/14. When I woke up from surgery I found an incision from just below my breast bone to my belly button. The doctor said because of the size of my liver they could not do the surgery laproscopically and had to do an open surgery. I was not expecting this, and will require much more recovery time, which I had not planned on and was expected to be back to work next week, but I doubt I'll be able to return. I was just wondering if anyone else has experienced this.

Paul,

Good to read your thread and all the support your getting from fellow bandsters. Good to see also that you are having and keeping a positive outlook. That is the only thing you can do, just keep looking up it will be better. Blessings,

Gail

hey Pb,

Yes me too, funny thing was I was going to do one. But my mom, god love her, said well after this you won't be able to eat for a long time. 30 days liquids you know! so I was like your right, I should enjoy myself...I think if she knew that it would have prevented this she would have suggested it. 20/20 hinde sight right? Take care Pb!