Got Banded? I did 6-12-07.

OH MY GO**** really hurts.  When will I feel better?  The pulling sensations eventhough I have been reassured that the stiches won't come out I feel like I am pulling the skin apart and sometimes my body just tenses up and that really hurts.  I have been taking GASX but I don't think it's helping.  I am just telling myself I will feel better in a couple of weeks and in a couple of months I won't even remember the pain because I will be looking better. I also started getting anxious and nervous that maybe I can't do this like maybe I made a mistake, but I know deep down this was the right choice for me.  I can't understand I was so ready to get this over with and I was so excited and now I feel so bad.

Um, don't know how else to say this, but.... you just had surgery!  Give yourself 6 weeks to recover.  This isn't an instant kind of thing.  Be grateful that you are feeling anything, even discomfort.  Some people aren't lucky enough to have the option of having had WLS.  I am five years out, and it was uncomfortable, but after my period of recovery I started seeing and feeling the results of my surgery.  I am very very grateful for this gift of a second opportunity to live my life to it's fullest.  You too have been given the chance to participate more in real living.  Be grateful and relish this new life you are embarking on.  Betty in NE

Amen and Blessings to you all----- Chris

Gosh,  as I am just about 4 days away from my surgery.....wish I hadn't read this 

Sweetie, don't worry about it.  It is like haveing a baby.  It hurts for a little while and then you see the results and it is all worth it.  Don't let this scare you.  You'll do fine and be so glad when you see the weight falling off and your co-morbidities drifting into the history books. Hazel

It took me about 10 days to feel normal.  Keep up on the Gas X and pain pills and you will get through it. Think of the benefit - I doubt you are even thinking about eating  :)

Hi, It will feel better as time goes on. You are going through a rough time right now. It will be worth it once the weight starts coming off. Keep walking and sipping your fluids. Let us know how you are doing. Mona

Thanks so much to everyone that responded to my pleas for support.  I am in Scottsbluff now and headed right out for my preop.  Had sugar free jello for breakfast while my husband ate breakfast pizza.  Better get used to that huh? Anyway I appreciate the support