Advise Please

[laddie1229 18]

I was banded 12/29 and the incisions right above my navel about 1" and the other about 4" above the first one has stayed sore and still pretty red. Today the one above my navel began to bleed and had some pus (I think). The waistband of my slacks have been rubbing against it, maybe that has caused it to bleed? The other is very sore, if I touch it or brush something against it, I definitely know it. Is this part of the healing process? My doctor used glue to close me after surgery. Thanks for any help you can give me.

[twi 40]

You should call your Dr right away. You need to make sure you don't have infection.

[B-52 7,113]

You are describing what is referred to in the medical field as being "HOT" meaning infection.

See your Dr. for antibiotics.

Also, you can get some steri-strips from any drug store to close the incisions. If they are rubbing on your waistband, apply the largest band-aid you can find in the

drug store to act as a barrier, AFTER you have closed the incisions with steri-strips.

But see your Dr. first about the infection. Your wounds will not heal!

You need to keep the incisions closed, the tighter, the less of a long term scar you will have.

Also, I'm surprised you did not have to meet with your Dr. 1 week after surgery. It's at this time they inspect your bandages, etc.

[laddie1229 18]

B-52, I did meet with my doctor after 1 week, But I was told I could take my bandages off after 24 hrs, after surgery, maybe that was my mistake. They looked fine at my 1 week post-op. I will be calling first thing in the morning to my doctor. Thanks for the advice.

[jeanam 0]

I was banded 12/29, I don't have any pain or redness. Im back to normal. I would definatly call the dr. Good luck I hope all is well!!

[laddie1229 18]

Thanks Jeana, will let you know, how are things in Muskogee? My daughter-in-law is from Onapa, have you heard of it? Waynette

[laddie1229 18]

Saw doctor this AM, do have infection in those 2 in incisions

He removed scabs to drain and gave me an antibiotic, so on my way again. Have lost another 2.4# BMI is now 44.2, for a total since June of 54# and 8 pts lower on my BMI. Yea, for my band and this forum, all of you, my doctor, and me.

[B-52 7,113]

Saw doctor this AM, do have infection in those 2 in incisions

He removed scabs to drain and gave me an antibiotic, so on my way again. Have lost another 2.4# BMI is now 44.2, for a total since June of 54# and 8 pts lower on my BMI. Yea, for my band and this forum, all of you, my doctor, and me.

Look for my bill in the mail.......

[laddie1229 18]

Whatever the cost it is worth it. Thanks again, Waynette