I think I am making myself crazy!

Hi Folks,

Just got back from the Doctor which was my first week post op visit.  Got some bad info when I left the hospital which said I could eat unpureed soup after seven days which I ate last night.  Feel like I have a hard boiled egg stuck under my breast bone.  My Doctor said he thinks it will be all right but am sitting here nervous and getting more nervous by the hour.  The feeling is better than than earlier but need some reassurance that others may have experienced this feeling.  Did I stretch out my upper portion or my stomach above the band?  Or am I just looking for trouble?

Thanks again...I promise to settle down once I hear!  :)

Larry

Relax, Larry.  You might have overdone it, but the chances of any long term damage from soup is pretty darned small. You are getting your first experience with restriction, and now that you know how it feels you will be more motivated to follow the program.

Be aware that nerves can make the band even tighter, so try to calm down and tell yourself that all is OK. Do something to distract yourself, watch a good TV show, read a book or do a little light exercise, and hopefully the tightness will be gone soon.

Thanks Judy for easing my mind.  AND IT DOES!

My first taste of restriction eh?  Guess I won't overdue my portion size or what I am eating again...I don't like this feeling!  It's nice to hear good things...sometimes when you read these forums, you only read and remember the horror stories.

Best Regards,
Larry

Thanks again Judy!  About 3 a.m. last night I finally got relief and feel GREAT today. You were right....I just pushed it too much.  Stayed on clear broth yesterday and today all is well.

Thanks for your support!

Larry

I am glad you are feeling better, Larry.  Most every day with the band is an adventure, but I wouldn't trade it for my old life ever.  I hope that stuck feeling is gone and you are back on track.