Post-Op bruising and discomfort

Ed-UK · September 27, 2008

Hi Guys

I have been banded a week ago and have some real discomfort around the port site with lots of bruising. Uncomfortable in bed. Anyone else experience this and were you told that this may happen?

Ed

skinnyjenny08 · September 27, 2008

Hi! congrats on getting banded. ive been banded for about 5 weeks now. I know what you mean about discomfort at the port site. yes, it is normal! just take it easy for a while. it will go away... i promise! i couldnt sleep in the bed for a good 2 weeks, i had to lay on the couch kind of at an angle, thats what was most comfortable to me. Anyways- good luck to you! :bolt:

MOTOMOM · September 27, 2008

Hi Ed,

Yes you should have some bruising and it will hurt for a few days. Think about it, they cut through your skin to get to your guts, this will take a week or so to heal. It is a small but deep cut so depending on your pain tolerence it will be tender to move these entry points. Put a pillow on your tummy and hold it tight with one hand, put your other hand behind your opposite knee and help yourself up, it will help alot.

Good luck to you hope you feel better soon.

Donna0526 · September 27, 2008

I was banded on 9/12 and I had a lot of bruising for about 2 weeks. I was expecting the bruising, as I bruise very easily. As for pain, I really did not experience any pain, although I was extremely sore for a few days. I am a "side" sleeper, so the first few nights I was not able to sleep on my side. After about 4 or 5 days, I was able to lay on my side with a pillow up against my stomach. Just take it easy getting up - make sure you have something to hold onto when you get out of bed. Good luck to you!!!:thumbup: