Question on new band placement

 I just had my band placed yesterday. I have been feeling a lot of pressure right below my sternum. Is this normal? 

Hi Betty,

It is normal. It's most likely from the CO2 gas used to "blow out" your abdomen during surgery.
The best thing is to walk as much as you can to help get rid of the gas. If that pressure doesn't go away in less than a week or so, talk to your surgery, most definitely, though.

Feel better and heal up well.

~Nicci

 Congrats on the surgery. Hope the recovery goes well. 

Yes it's normal, your band has been stitched in place, and it may be slight pain and pressure until you heal, if you experience severe pain you may need to contact your surgeon.

You may want to apply a heat pad and take liquid Tylenol to help with the pain or discomfort.

 Hey there, Betty J!

You have to remember that you're recovering from what is, still and all, major surgery. You're gonna feel all kinds of unfamiliar stuff. However, if you ever feel anything extreme, or any intolerable pain, ALWAYS call your doc immediately. And that means day or night, 24/7.