Undergarments after surgery

[mtnman428 1]

Hello, I'm being banded next week in Mexico, so I have to start thinking about packing. I'm just wondering about right after surgery, and the incisions being sore. Is an underwire bra going to be too difficult to wear afterwards? What about pants? What did you all wear the few days following surgery? I have some loose enough (twill) pants, but they do have a button and zipper. Will that get in the way? Should I just plan on some kind of baggy sweatpants the whole time, and a non-underwire bra?

Also, am I going to be able to pick up my luggage in the airport?? Or will I have to have my friend tote mine and hers?

Any tips on what to bring with me? As of now, I have gas-X strips and a heating pad. That's about it. Thanks all!

[Sask Patient 0]

Those are GREAT questions! I'm being banded in Mexico on Aug 20th. I was planning on my GREAT big panties (the elastic is shot so they barely stay up anyway), a loose fitting sports bra, a baggy tank top and the loosest shorts/capris that I have. I'm going to take my bathing suit top too so I can at least tan a bit on the 2 days following the surgery while we are at the hotel. GOOD THOUGHT on the Gas X stuff too! Never thought of that but I will definitely bring some. Who's doing your surgery? I have Dr. Kuri at Hospital Angeles Tijuana. :cool2:

Edited July 17, 2008 by Sask Patient
spelling error - I hate that!

[ann71 0]

i use a sport bra. it was great.

[mtnman428 1]

Thanks girls! I'm being banded by Dr. Ortiz in Tijuana. My sports bra now is way too tight already, I'll have to buy a new 1.

[emily111 3]

I just had surgery today. I am in bed in a night gown lol No way I can wear a bra one of my cuts is right at the bra line. I brought a very comfy cotten slip on summer dress. Its great. I am in a hotel tonight because my surgery is out of town but in the US. Anyways I really would say no dont life anything. I need help getting out of bed because It stings the port cut and it actually bleed a lil so now my husband gets me out of bed. :cool2: Im doing great dont worry so will you :smile:

[want2beme 2]

I was banded in Mexico and had to deal with traveling after surgery as well. I could wear a bra, but it was a little uncomfortable. I'd suggest wearing one only if you HAVE TO! And yes, big grandma underwear are suggested.

I too had surgery at Hospital Angeles. Great place! I had Dr. Lopez. Good Luck!

[want2beme 2]

Oh yeah, I travelled alone and the Southwest Air Staff was helpful with lifting my luggage.

[mtnman428 1]

Oh you did, OK then I should be good then too because I'm flying Southwest!

[Bunkey1965 2]

I Had surgery in Monterrey Mexico on April 1. I took elastic banded loose soft/cottony clothing. I used a sports bra. Just dont be shy about asking for help with the luggage. Thank God I had my DH with me. My surgeon fixed a hiatle (sp?) hernia when he put the band in. He said it was common in obese people. But then he said not to lift anything more than 20lbs. for the next 6 weeks.

[JRT Mom 919]

Just don't wear any!

[libra 13]

I wore a sports bra for a few days too. I also wore a comfortable yoga type pants for a few days. Panties weren't a problem as the incisions were above it anyway.