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When i get up to walk I have to hold my belly for support other wise it is uncomfortable. Any suggestions on what i can get to support my stomach.

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You can get a binder - I used the one I had from my c-section and it worked great, but if you don't have one you can use an ace bandage but they bind and roll and aren't very comfortable.

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Hi! I had hernias repaired with my sleeve and finally got an abdominal binder as the hernias are in my groin, apron/ pannes region and feel like they just swing about.

Have a look at shape wear like Spanx or go a step further to binders or compression garments.

Definitely helps!

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ok I will go look to buy one tomorrow. Thank you...

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How far post op are you?

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2 days post op

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Start with Spanx or Shapewear and see if that helps before spending a ton on the others. My binder was $115 but I hate wearing stockings all the time and like the option to have it in or off in a snap and no need to move it to toilet.

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ok thank you I just called Fashion Bug and they have shape wear 19.99.. I will try that I think that will help.

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I has that same feeling when I got my gall bladder out. It feels like if you don't hold it, it will fall out on the floor. I'm gonna have to get a binder. Surgery on Aug 28. Keep your chin... and belly up :)!

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Instead of buying an expensive abdominal binder, maybe one of those back support things that people wear for work.....for lifting things....it seems like they would be cheaper, don't know.

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Check out Walmart. They have Vassarette shape wear that I have wore for years. Only 2.99 a pair. Very comfy and they hold you in.

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I only had that feeling for about 5 days? You could wait it out. It's one way your body makes you take it easy as you heal. :)

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