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Hi guys! I'm on my 2nd day post op and was wondering how long I should wear my stomach retainer/divider (the belt)? I have worn it for about 4-5 hours now and am now home (released earlier today).

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If it's just the elastic support belt they gave you in the hospital......the best answer is probably to ask your surgeon :-) .....but probably just wear it as long as it's helping you.....It's really just a comfort item to help control pain by supporting your tummy.

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I was told to wear it as long as I felt I needed it. I found that it helped give the support needed to be able to get up and down and walk around easier so I used it the first week or so when I was up walking around.

I was told to wear it as long as I felt I needed it. I found that it helped give the support needed to be able to get up and down and walk around easier so I used it the first week or so when I was up walking around.

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