Sugery Yesterday... some questions?

[npwilson 0]

Ok, so I was banded yesterday. I have been sleeping a lot, but every time I wake up I am getting the hiccups very badly (ouch!), and then throwing up. I have been taking the anti nausea medication.... does anyone have any other suggestions??

Also my back is KILLING me!! I think maybe it's where I have been sleeping so much, but I just don't know. I had the sharp pains in my shoulders this morning from the gas, but that is gone now. Any feedback would be very much appreciated.

Thanks!

Nathalie

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[Rachel412 116]

The hiccups are from irritation to your diaphragm, and they should go away when the swelling goes down. I'd definitely call my surgeon and ask for a stronger anti-nausea med, you really need to give your stomach a chance to heal!

I'd lay on a heating pad for your back, or try sleeping in a recliner or on a lot of pillows so you're upright.

And just a tip... my surgeon told me that patients who sleep a lot after surgery often become dehydrated because you're not awake to drink as much, so MAKE SURE you're getting all of your liquids in. I hope you feel better soon!

[pkjjm31049 0]

The hiccups are from irritation to your diaphragm, and they should go away when the swelling goes down. I'd definitely call my surgeon and ask for a stronger anti-nausea med, you really need to give your stomach a chance to heal!

I'd lay on a heating pad for your back, or try sleeping in a recliner or on a lot of pillows so you're upright.

And just a tip... my surgeon told me that patients who sleep a lot after surgery often become dehydrated because you're not awake to drink as much, so MAKE SURE you're getting all of your liquids in. I hope you feel better soon!

Rachel,

You have been a great help to alot of ppl with questions,I am new to this and i have noticed you have given such great support to anyone who was having a bad day or just need some reassuring,The world needs more nice and caring ppl like you in it!!

[Rachel412 116]

Rachel,

You have been a great help to alot of ppl with questions,I am new to this and i have noticed you have given such great support to anyone who was having a bad day or just need some reassuring,The world needs more nice and caring ppl like you in it!!

Awww, thank you! I haven't told most people IRL about my band (just my immediate family and one friend) so I like hanging out here- I get to talk about the band and learn, learn, learn.