Ok so I had surgery on Oct 14, 2009 everything went great. I was able to get the surgery with just 1 incision and 1 small pen hole instead of the 4-5 areas. I have no hunger and feel really restricted when it comes to feeling full only problem is whenever I eat something (I am on liquids but can have sugar free pudding or yogurt) I immediately have to go to the bathroom. I usually go for what seems like until the small amount of pudding is out of me. I am not lactose intolerant and I though there was no dumping. For example I can eat a small yogurt (3oz) and 5 mins later I can hear my stomach acting crazy. The sound is kinda traveling and immediate have to go to the bathroom (numerous times). I havent had solid food since like Oct 7 and didnt start really going again till after the surgery. Anyone have this problem? Is it just me?

Thanks:ohmy:

Sounds familiar...same thing happened to me. If I remember correctly, this went on for a few weeks. Hopefully, it will abate with time and things will be more "normal" for you. If it continues or becomes too bothersome, give your dr. a call and see what he has to say about it.

Welcome to "Band Land"!

Cool Thanks I was slightly worried..I was thinking if its going to be like this forever this will suck..hahaha. Thanks for the info

Ps. Great job on your weightloss

Amy

Thanks, Amy...was not without effort but soooooo worth it.

You'll hear all sorts of new sounds and gurgles - just think of it as musical weight loss!

Sometimes sugar free products have that side effect. I think it could be the artificial sugar in it. Even before I was banded, it used to have that effect on me. But, I know what you're going through. The positive it, at least your digestive system is working! I've heard horror stories of people being backed up from lack of food, pain pills, etc. Things will get better....promise.

I totally agree with the other posters -- this is just temporary (and if it doesn't go away soon, check with your doctor). Once in a while, my stomach will gurgle weirdly, but it's no biggie -- now that I'm only 12 lbs from goal, I just say -- Wow! Guess I'm hungry! (Whereas before, I never would have talked about wanting to eat.)

Apples2 has the right sentiment -- it's been SO worth it!

Best wishes,

Catherine

I'm sure you were on the liquid diet before the surgery too--I remember my Dr's nurse saying "what goes in liquid will come out liquid...", so once you get on more solid food, this will happen. Now the problem is the opposite with eating so much protein every day!