My lung was punctured during surgery (as we all know by now!), but it seems to have healed.

I find it hard to breathe throughout the day, particularly taking deap breaths. It feels like my ribcage is too big for my body. Sometimes it gets better as the day progresses, just depends on the day.

And yawning is really bad - you know when you have a really hard hiccup? That's what yawning feels like to me - I get about half way through and then have to hold my breath and wish the pain will go away.

I just wondered if anyone else has had this trouble? Is it just the body getting used to the band (since it's so close to the diaphram)?

ANY time you have trouble breathing you need to tell your doctor. Seriously; even if you feel it improves sometimes. Call your doc.

I agree calling the doc is the most important. You do not want to have any other issues, and be able to focus primarily on your band and asjusting to that lifestyle. This is a bump in the roadbut dont give up. Sending you positive vibes!

1. trouble breathing

2. blood where it shouldn't be

3. visible bone protruding thru the skin

4. lose the ability to walk

I found it a good idea to call the doctor if any of these happen.

I feel the same way. My trouble breathing started when I returned to work and sat at my desk. It didn't bother me any other time- just depended how I sat. My surgeon said it wasn't serious, but if it got worse, to go to my primary doctor. I'm starting week two of this feeling and it hasn't gotten any better.