Scared! my port hurts/burns

Xann77 · February 7, 2006

IMHO, eating spicy/rich things like enchilada's and quesidllas is NOT a good idea a mere 2.5 weeks after surgery. No offense at all but I got banded on 1/30 and was told to stay on liquids for three weeks (Dr. Rumbaut) and then mushies for another 3 weeks. Stomachs are very sensitive little buggers and a few weeks of Protein Shakes and hunger is better than potentially screwing the whole thing up. JAmaroose, if I were you, I'd go back to a liquid diet for a few days and see if the pain in the port area goes away. Your body just may not be ready for such rich/heavy food yet. Also, I heard that bread products (like tortillas) are a no-no because lots of people have problems tolerating them. Good luck!

Jamoorse · February 7, 2006

Xann77; i am over 3 weeks out, our instructions were 2 weeks liquids, 2 weeks mushies and when i went to the doctor he said slowly start other foods and see if you tolerate them. Well I am not having any trouble with any foods; my stomach is feeling better and the doctor said that burning sensation and some pain could be there for months to come; it's the muscle and not to worry. So........................

I'llsucceed · February 7, 2006

Pati-O - I had the same thing happen when I went grocery shopping the first time. I too was so worried. After about 2 more weeks of healing & not bnaging it into the cart ---all has been fine & now I am 9 mnths out. Dr.P is great & feel free to call me if needed. Just Im me.