I was just banded on Mon. Aug. 17, on the 18th I felt pretty good, but today I feel bloated and sore and have a gurgley stomach. Now I am scared I did to much yesterday and did something to the band. :biggrin: I am just going to stay in the recliner today and walk around a little bit.

I can relate!! I had my band August 17. I do not go for my follow up until this Thursday. I had to call the nurse for another question today and mentioned that I was so tired of the broth, Jello, etc. She bumped me up to the soft foods too!! I don't care if I EVER see another cup of broth or jello. And I never looked so forward to mashed potatoes as I am now!!! I, too, am determined to stick to the rules.

Good luck to you!!!

I saw my doctor yesterday. Day 11 post surgery. I still had a distended abdomen so he took he off protein shakes and onto mushy foods. Try eggs whites and tablespoon of applesauce. Much better today. Tried yogurt and oatmeal. I lost 11 pounds so I was happy. Walking everyday and the discomfort comes and goes. All in all, doing pretty well by now.

i was banded on the 21st. the iv drugs and then the roxicet that the dr gave me for at home really knocked me out. i feel like i lost a few days, i've apologized to everyone that came to visit me only watch me doze off mid conversation, lol.

everyday has been a little better. I still feel bloated. I've only been taking tylanol for the pain the past two days. of course my incisions hurts but the worst of it is in my left shoulder and my chest. I have a cough but it's not bad, just annoying. I'm sure it's due to the anisthia. i'm down about 6lbs since last friday which is ok with me. I still get weak and tired so i will likely be off of work the rest of this week for sure. At least now that i'm feeling a little better i'll be able to enjoy a couple low key days at home.

The pain and discomfort does get better. I was just banded 08-17-09. I was amazed at how quick I improved and my strength came back!! Just got off clear liquids yesterday and the mased potatoes I had were the best ever!!! But I was only able to eat a very small helping!! Best of luck to you!!