I had my surgery 12 days ago 3/12 and it went really well, everyone in the hospital commented how wonderful I was getting around so quickly. Aside from shoulder pain and wrist pain from the drip which only lasted 3 days I have had no pain in my stomach. Is this wrong?? On the way home from hospital I felt the urge to vomit, but it was like vomiting up big burps. Could the band have slipped? I am struggling to stick to the clear fluid diet, I have tried to stick to it but find myself eating thicker and thicker soups and pureeing foods I probably shouldnt be eating yet as Im hungry and the band doesnt even feel like its there. Whats wrong with me????

I'd check with the doctor, but from what you're saying, you're experiencing all of the regular post-operative symptoms. I still have a LOT of gas and my surgery was on 22 October. Just take it EASY EASY on the foods you eat...stick to the diet you have been given. This is most important. I know that liquids and soups get boring, but it is just temporary.

Your surgery swelling has worn off and the hunger is a screaming back. Call your surgeon and see if they will let you advance to more food choices. Everything else you describe seems most normal. It may take many fills before you get adequate restriction. Stay focused and get exercising - you'll be fine!

Brad

I had my surgery 12 days ago 3/12 and it went really well, everyone in the hospital commented how wonderful I was getting around so quickly. Aside from shoulder pain and wrist pain from the drip which only lasted 3 days I have had no pain in my stomach. Is this wrong?? On the way home from hospital I felt the urge to vomit, but it was like vomiting up big burps. Could the band have slipped? I am struggling to stick to the clear Fluid diet, I have tried to stick to it but find myself eating thicker and thicker soups and pureeing foods I probably shouldnt be eating yet as Im hungry and the band doesnt even feel like its there. Whats wrong with me????

Definitely call your doctor. It is normal to feel this way and most of us do this far out. However, making sure that your band heals properly now is vital for you to have long term success with banding.

Many doctors will progress their patients to the next stage on the food plan if they are overly hungry and feeling well. However, I would advise against doing this on your own without your doctors OK.

Until you get the OK from your doctor, please for the health of your band, stick to your diet plan. What is a couple of weeks of hunger compared to a lifetime of being healthier and slimmer by following the plan???