The Good and The Bad so far....

Godsfavoraintfair · February 13, 2011

Ok yes you did the right thing! I am 2 weeks post op and down 24 lbs! I do have a Constipation problem but I just take some mylanta which is a stool softner and it helps relieve the gas. My drain was removed on day 2 before I left the hospital but the doctor said as long as the right side is hurting that is good because known of the surgery took place on that side and that it would be sore for about six weeks. I have exercised everyday and this has helped me with being tired so try these! It will be OK!

newmefeb8 · February 13, 2011

I am 5 days post op and am having great difficulty sleeping. My drain was removed in Hosp. before discharge ..but I find the pain meds are hindering / not helping .. so I use as little as possible. I too have high pain threshold (living with IBS for 20+ years) but have taken to napping frequently.

My pain in left of bellybutton .. completely localized in that incision. It is more bruised than others, so ???

My surgery took 4+ hours ... need to remember we had a lot of trauma done to ourselves.

Do not look behind you ... look ahead. Your decision was already made (and non-reversible!) so concentrate on focusing on the wonderful new steps you will be taking towards a healthy life.

Good luck - I certainly share your pain. No pain / no gain (or loss) .. right?

MovinForward · February 13, 2011

Im so sorry your not feeling well! I was sleeved the 1st and I still have pain on the right lower side of the stomach and its not gas for me, I think its just healing..I I try to bed over to much it hurts instantly.. or twist or anything. I have a dr visit on Thursday coming up and I cant wait to ask him about it. As far as sleep goes the only way I have been able to sleep is in my recliner and I use my pain meds at night to help me relax... I cant lay down still I just tried today and omg did it hurt. As far as a BM It probley wasnt till about a week later.. They sent me home with pain meds, stoolsoftners, gas meds . and a stomache one. The stool softeners I have to take 2 times daily..As it was put to me is that this is not some flimsy surgery so give your body the time to heal and recoup! Relax take it easy...Before to long it will be better... Best of luck with everything!

Mike1981 · February 13, 2011

Thanks again guys, you know I think I keep forgetting my surgery took over four hours, on the day of surgery I weighed 451lbs. My body has been through alot and also is constantly going through alot thanks to my Crohn's Disease. Well, hopefully I'll feel better soon, I'll keep everyone posted. I have my first postop appointment Monday and am getting my drain out and moving on to full liquids, still no real appetite so I really don't care, which is so odd to me. Any good suggestions for what to eat on the full liquid diet? ?? Let me know guys and again thanks for everything. You guys are the best support system!!!!