My chest felt like an elephant was sitting on it and the left shoulder pain is normal ( and yes, hurts). I had a hernia repaired as well, maybe we get more swelling as a result?

Day four and five got better for me. I think time and movement is the best that you can do for the gas. I also tried a heating pad, helped a little.

I had very little appetite and had had to force myself to drink. I think I got a little dehydrated at the hospital. My surgery was late aft, so I had nothing to drink that whole day and then after surgery, I was only able to drink a little at a time. So it's good you are able to drink and stay hydrated.

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Banded 11/27/07
Band removed 8/5/08