Hi guys, my name's Ruby - I'm 19 years old and am getting banded tomorrow. i would appreciate any advice etc etc as I can't seem to find any other support groups - especially in New Zealand.

Cheers

Hi Ruby! Just wanted to wish you good luck tomorrow. I'm getting banded in a week, so I can understand how you're feeling. Just read through this board and you'll find a lot of great tips and support. Also, i know you're in NZ, but check out the Australia threads and maybe you'll find someone else from NZ there.

Getting banded Feb 13th by dr. Salimitary.

Edited February 9, 200917 yr by KimmyQ

I was banded Friday, and it was easier than I thought. I still have some pain when I stand up, where the port is located, but all in all it wasn't bad. I slept most of the day friday, getting up and taking 10 minute walks every 4 hours. I would take my pain medicine and go back to bed. Saturday I just took Tylenol during the day. I went out to a movie yesterday, the hardest part was the drive. If you go out remember your pillow.

Good luck!

Good luck tomorrow! Make sure you walk, walk, walk. This helps the gas move that they pump in your belly. Also will help prevent blood clots in your legs. It really wasn't to painful just annoying nag. Make sure that you have something to moisten your lips with after surgery as they will be very very dry. Let us know how your doing and I wish you well.