Lapband Post-Op - Day 1 Community Health Network Bariatric Services

by Pam Herman

Dr. Ditslear called today to check in on me. I also had a hiatal hernia that he needed to repair. He said my band was pretty tight because of all the swelling. He stated I should work on clear liquids only and should be a little better each day. Lori, Dr. Ditslear’s PA, also called to check on me. She said if the band was too tight, and I could not keep/get clear liquids down, to call and she could try and take some fluid out.

The band is really tight. I am not vomiting, but I am not taking in very much liquid. I am a little nervous and so is my mom who is with me. For those of you that know me, I am a real proponent of getting in plenty of fluids. I only got in about 20 ounces today, including meals, because of the discomfort. I am not having pain from my surgery, it is more soreness.

Today was rough. This is harder than I thought and a little scary with the swallowing problem. I really don’t feel good. I am so glad my mom is here.