Hi all,

I was banded yesterday and the experience has been very positive. The surgery started a 9:00 am, right on time. I am not sure how long it took but I was waking up in recovery at 10:30. I choose out patient and I am really glad I did. It was nice to be at home afterwards.

I was able to drink Clear liquids immediately and today transistion to all liquids (including strained cream soups). I have some pain in the area of the port but otherwise I do not hurt.

I have spent the day napping on and off and am really glad I do not have to return to work.

I have 5 small incisions and all I have to do is let the steri strips come off by themselves. Showers are okay but no baths.

Easy and simple operation and recovery is easy too. I worried way too much about what would happen as it was all great. I hink the hardest part was paying as I am a self-pay. I am positive that it will be worth it.

Banded by Dr. Billy in Ventura, CA.

Wow! You are doing great! I didn't recover quite as well the first week. I hurt bad. I have 6 incisions. Only the big one hurts, though. I am much better now and I am going to the gym. I find the biggest problem is trying to get enough fluids and calories in me. Imagine that! I used to drink 72 oz of coffee everyday plus more! Keep up the good work!