I finally got banded on Tuesday 16th December and was discharged the afternoon afternoon after. I gotta tell you that first day was really painful but I think it also has to do with the factor that my doctor repaired my hietus hernia. I'm still very sore which is natural but I think the worst is behind me. I lost 16lbs on my pre op diet and I'm hoping I can drop more over the next couple of weeks.

I am offically a bandit!

I was banded on Monday and also had a hernia repaired. I am doing pretty good. The pain gets better everyday. Good luck and lets stay in touch.

I finally got banded on Tuesday 16th December and was discharged the afternoon afternoon after. I gotta tell you that first day was really painful but I think it also has to do with the factor that my doctor repaired my hietus hernia. I'm still very sore which is natural but I think the worst is behind me. I lost 16lbs on my pre op diet and I'm hoping I can drop more over the next couple of weeks.

I am offically a bandit!

Congrats on your band the first few days are extremely painful however there is alot more pain and frustration to come your way before you start seeing any real results. My advise to all banders is just stay strong cause once you reach your plateau (when you can feel comfortable without adjustments) it will all be worth it. Wishing you all the best!!

~Zee (heading for 2 yrs in 05/09 & weighing 125):shades_smile:

I would like to say to everyone that has been banded. Congrats!

I am going to be banded in January on the 8th.

Congratulations!! I am scheduled to get banded on Monday Dec 22. I am a little nervous, but am sure I will be fine. Keep us posted on your progress

That is great news, congrats to everyone that has had success or is moving forward. Perhaps you will be able to answer some questions...I have done all the steps that my surgeon requires thus far, but have received my blood tests back from my physical and my thyroid is inactive and my triglycerides are elevated and therefore she won't recommend me for surgery. Isn't this the reason I am entertaining getting banded? Has anyone else had this problem? I am now really confused as to what to do.