after almost 2 weeks of fasting its almost time for me to get banded. my op is on tuesday morning and im counting down the days. i haven't weighed myself since last monday and when i was weighed i lost 6kgs (approx 12lbs) in 6days. im hoping by now i would've lost another 4-6kgs (approx 8-12lbs).

can anyone give me any advice on what to expect when i wake up from the op? also how long after the op were u able to start drinking alcohol?

I was banded on 11/11/08 and have not drank any alcohol. I will have a glass of something to toast the New Year in!

As far as what to expect when you wake up. The recovery nurse will ask if you are in pain and will give you pain meds if you are uncomfortable. They will ask you how you are doing and monitor your vital signs.

Eventually, you will be sent to your room if you are staying over night. If staying over night, you can expect to start walking within a couple of hours. You will also have a barium swallow test to make sure you can take fluids in without any issues.

If you are not spending the night, then you can expect to start walking, having your barium test, get dressed, and go home.

Your doctor should have told you what to expect, if not call them and find out.