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My first week postop I was definitely not getting enough calories. I wasn't feeling well and was having a hard getting in all my protein shakes and water. I switched to gatorade to be sure I was getting some calories and electrolytes. And actually made me feel better until I was up to being able to drink more.

You look great!! I had a tough recovery also. And was wondering what I got myself into. Now I am just over 1 week out from the surgery and slowly starting to recover. Still hurts to move but better each day! Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration!!

How long did any of you all stay out of work after you had surgery?

My recovery has been tough. I don't know how you did it going back to work in 2 days, I was still taking Roxicet 3 days after my surgery. And not supposed to drive for 2 weeks after and still have staples in place. My job is mostly desk but I have to get up and down a lot. No lifting. My MD office had said 2-4 weeks out of work no matter what your job. Thanks for the responses! They are helpful.

I had my surgery last week. My most uncomfortable area is the port site and it is protruding from my stomach. Is it normal for it to be protruding like this? I can't even sleep on my side and it hurts to bend over. I have been sleeping somewhat upright. Will it be like this forever?

I don't even know what a bento box is?!!!

I would worry about setting yourself up for a blood clot. 2 risks for blood clots are surgery (esp abdominal) and long car rides. Why chance it?

I got banded on 6/13. I feel like I had a tough recovery. A lot of discomfort. Then gushing and swooshing sounds through my stomach. Then liquid stools. Then got my period which I hadn't had since November. I am 5 days out and still uncomfortable. Only drinking clear liquids and protein shakes. Sometimes I feel like I need more calories because i get lightheaded and shaky. I get a gas pain up and down my esophagus after drinking something. Then I can't seem to finish my water or protein shakes towards the end of the day because I am too full. Is it normal to feel what I think is my port site on right sife of my belly? Feels similar to when I was pregnant and the baby's heel was pushing against my stomach. After 2 c-sections and gyn lap surgery, this is definitely a harder recoery than I had envisioned.