today woke up feeling ok,, but throughout the day kinda been nauseated not much but just to wear i just lay down and it goes away, im trying to eat just so i don't get weak seems everything makes me feel nauseated except water..and feeling kinda chillish i checked my temp and it was 99.3 don't know if that would be called a fever or not no swelling no redness..chest still kinda sore when i breath but still doing the breathing excersices and trying to cough every hour..anybody has any words of widsom and relief..just know kno im not the only one u guys know..some comforting

I am right there with ya, girlie. I was banded just this past Thursday, and OMG...I am unbelievably uncomfortable, and really no appetite at all. Like you, I am trying my best to consume at least 4 oz total of protein shake per day, and today 4 oz of skim milk. Other than that, I try my hardest to choke down a few spoonfuls of chicken broth and/or sugar-free jello or sugar free popsicles. I never imagined there would a day in my life where I would be too full to finish half of a popsicle!! LOL. Hang in there...you are not alone.

thanks, i knew there would be somebody out there that seen my way of thinking,,lol it just good to just hear it u know sometimes you just sit at home thinking all about urself when there are ppl out there lots going throught the same thing at the same time..thanks so much for ur reply can't wait for the best of this

I know exactly how you feel. I'm very weak but walking today. only been able to get down 1 protein drink a day 4 oz in morning and 4 oz in evening. sipping water in between. Special k has protein water in berry flavor, been sipping that all morning. Got to go walk again...

i was banded on 6/10/09 and i'm glad to hear that i'm not the only one having trouble getting down the liquids or still feeling uncomfortable!

I was banded last Monday. It has been getting progressively worse with trying to consume the proper amount of protein. Last night my stomach was upset all night. Just the thought of drinking another shake is really getting to me. I think I may have sipped my last shake too quickly. I decided to have a "shake free" day, and just my protiens from Isopure. I've switched to drinking from a 2 oz demitasse cup. Hopefully that will slow me down.

Hey guys I am right there with you, was banded June 11th. Still can't get more than a 4oz shake and some soup down in a day. The smell of food makes me want to lose it (never thought I's say that)! I do find walking helps and did a long walk this morning, Of course now I'm going to chill and play on the computer. Hang in there I have faith it will get better. My biggest gripe is the pain where the port is but oh will.

i was banded on the 10th. i have also been nauseated to the point of not even able to drink Water. but im forcing it down. along with broth and some Protein drink. i think part of the problem is not enuf in my stomach now.

im sorry to hear u all feel as lousy as i do, but it does bring some comfort that i am not alone.

Hi guys............not sure if this helps but your feelings are right on target...it's just so important to go very very slow..right now and take the time to let your body heal..try not to get to a point where your stomach becomes too empty for too long...this will produce gas in your lower stomach and can cause nausea. Please feel free to send me an e-mail if you've got questions. Trust me when I say no question is a stupid one..I'm pretty sure I've asked them all!

Good luck and take it slow...:tongue_smilie:

thanks again to all you guys, just wondering ive been looking for things or signs i mean im doing everything right by the book but just wondering what exactly causes erosions or slippage,,and what are the warning signs..everything feels just as it did on the day of surgery by means getting better of course..

Both erosion and slippage are very rare. Don't worry yourself about it!! Slippage can happen from frequent vomiting (like daily for a long period of time) or from chronic overeating. I don't think it's really known exactly what causes erosion. If you really want to learn about problems that can occur, there is a forum about lapband complications where people post about problems they have.

Honest...JMS is right..don't worry yourself about slipage and the possible break down of the band; seriously you'll make yourself nuts..just relax and worry about getting enough protein/calories and water...remember too to excersize if you can and take your vitimins. Your body is in the healing stage and will be for 7-9 months..go slow...eat slow..chew slowly and dont' be too anxious about your results...remember your band is a tool..not a solution...good luck!