1/30/19 Bypass - Painful stomach indention

[Sunshine&Lemons 6]

Howdy, I had bypass on 1/30/19 and was sent home the very next day. I immediately thought it was odd that I now have a large indention on the right side of my stomach with an incision in it. When I lie down the dent goes away. It’s extremely painful and gets warm to the touch. I’m almost 3 weeks post op and the indention and pain hasn’t subsided at all. I called/emailed/ and visited my dr and he said he may have hit a nerve while closing up or closed it too tightly and to give it time. I’m on round the clock liquid Tylenol and nerve blockers and am discouraged and frustrated by the lack of improvement.
I extended my leave from work because It’s too painful to sit on the drive work let alone sit at a desk 8 hours and am worried about pushing it back any further.
Has anyone else experienced something like this? If so, how long did your pain last and do you have any tips?

[Debbi Moore 38]

Never experienced this, but wanted to tell you, How sorry I am you are having this pain. I hope someone on here can give you the answer you are looking for.

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[Lee1313 1]

Hi all. Im in week 3 and struggling. I just dont know if its normal to be feeling so rough. Most wounds have healed. Belly button wound is weaping. Main surgical area is so painful. Sharp stabbing pains and skin so sore. Im feeling sick all the time and struggling with everything. Drink food and the awful pills. Google just keeps saying a leak orIntussusception. Any advice or experiences would be great x

[Sunshine&Lemons 6]

Thank you Debbie! I appreciate the support!

[Sunshine&Lemons 6]

Lee I can definitely relate except none of mine wrapped. Yesterday I was feeling a little better and went to Walmart, which resulted in being later out all day. My skin is red and stings and it feels like the internal sutures are tearing me up. Ouch! I sure hope whatever is going on clears up quickly for both of us!! I haven’t found information online about this type of experience and while I’m sorry you’re going through this, it’s a bit reassuring to know I’m not alone.

[Lee1313 1]

Bless you. I went to see the nurse and she didnt seem overly concerned as mine isnt red or hot to touch. If yours is tben it could be a sign of infection. So get it checked hun.

Mines all inside and now ive a cough which is killing it. Burns like a hot knife inside.

Gets worse when i go out

I know what you mean its nice to talk to others that are in a simular boat xx