Hey everyone. I've been checking out these forums both pre and post op now and since I am a week and a day removed from my surgery, I have a few questions for people with more experience than I. I'd greatly appreciate any responses.
1. 8 days later, I'm on the full liquid portion of my diet but that really only has included Protein drinks with skim plus, creamed Soups and pudding in addition to water/broth. I sometimes drink way too much at a time but it does not seem to negatively impact me. No discomfort or feelings differently than before surgery. Is this normal?
2. All of the incisions sans the largest one where the band was put is are no longer bothersome at all. They've all scabbed over(including the one in question) but it is itchy and slightly embossed. I've washed every day with soap and Water. Also, I like to sleep on my stomach, which I obviously haven't been able to do since the surgery. I tried last night and it wasn't too bad except I felt slight discomfort where the band is. What do you think about the stomach sleeping? and of the discomfort around the incision?
I might have a few other questions later on. Drawing a blank right now. I know each person's experience is unique but there is obviously some similarities because we all had the same thing done. Any input for a newbie would be helpful.
Oh, I could also use some help on how to set up a 'signature' so to speak for my posts. I've posted on forums before and I am relatively savvy when it comes to this sort of thing but If anyone could suggest a website where I can get one of those trackers, that'd be cool. I don't really have any set goals just yet since I am in relatively good health other than being morbidly obese(LOL) but i'm sure in a couple weeks when I visit with the performing surgeon, I'll set some stuff I'd like to keep track of.
356 lbs at time of surgery. 5'10 25 year old male. My primary doctor told me that 'you wouldn't know you were so heavy based on your blood work results'. Story of my life.
