Gumpgal

Saw my Dr. He confirmed its just muscle spasms. He said because I had such a weak core to begin with ( just a nice way of saying I was out of shape) my back is now compensating for the lack of stomach muscles. He prescribed Felxerall (sp) and told me to go get a massage.

Hey Guys! I am 3 weeks out today and for the most part have been doing well, however I have been experiencing sever back and side pain ( soreness) on my left side. It has mad sleeping almost impossible which is turning me into a mess. I mentioned it to my surgeon at my 2 week check up and he didn't seem concerned. He said it was my back muscles over compensating for my stomach muscles that had been weakened due to surgery. My question is, has anyone else experienced this? How long does this last? What can I do for the pain. Currently I have been using Tylenol, and alternating Heat and Ice.

@@OKCPirate
On your question about my picture, is a meme your profile pic?
If so, yes, I did recently change my profile pic. Previously it had been of a beautiful lavender angel, who was weeping. I fell in love with that pic about 9 years ago when my best friend of 35 years died of cancer at the age of 45. The weeping and beauty intermingled seemed an appropriate tribute.
But shortly before surgery I decided I didn't want to identify myself with weeping anymore, as I was just too happy these days. So I switched to my current one. And I am definitely Dory (the blue fish). It makes me smile every time I see it! ????

Keep us posted! I love reading the thoughts of people still in the hospital.

Gatzy keep us posted.
Lord I ask you calm Gatzy nerves and guide the doctor hands. We ask in your name amen

My Dr does not use the drain, so that was one less thing for me to worry about ????.

Congratulations! There will be days that you may doubt your decision, but keep up the hard work and keep moving forward. It's not a quick fix and it takes a lot of hard work after. It is a mental game and you can beat it. The surgery really helps with that. I was really scared before my surgery too, but I am 11 months post-op and am incredibly grateful for sticking to it. This is a life-changing and life-saving decision. IT'S WORTH IT!!

Excellent thread topic.
Glad to read the experiences. I'll certainly be getting this resolved as far ahead of time as I can.

Thanks ladies! I was told that my prescription will be ready tomorrow. Yay!

I am on my way to a CVS that says they have a bottle ! Wish me luck ☺️

The pre op diet was successful! I lost 12 lbs and the Dr told my sister that my liver looked perfect and tiny, just what he wanted. LOL

Thanks ya'll! Basically he told me I am trying to push myself and to take some more time to rest and heal. It has only been 6 days ????. I guess I thought would bounce right back. Lol

5 days post op, feeling tired still. Fighting to get in all this Protein, just can't seem to consume that much liquid just yet. But so far so good. My husband has been by my side every step of the way I'm so great full to have his support during all this transitioning.

The pre op diet was successful! I lost 12 lbs and the Dr told my sister that my liver looked perfect and tiny, just what he wanted. LOL

Congrats! That's awesome! I hope to be as successful as you in the future. I am 5 days post op. Wow! You look amazing and happy ????!

Thanks! I will keep it in mind and try not to be to hard on myself????

Yup, staying off the scale will keep your sanity! I of course never follow that plan but have learned not to get all e cited when the scale doesn't move. My longest stall was 28 days and yes, you will have many along the way.
In the first week you are still dealing with all the fluids they pumped into your body before surgery. Give it another week and you should see progress.
Anyone here of the 3 week stall? Sometimes it comes at 3 weeks, sometimes a week of two later but almost everyone has one. This is your body adjusting. You will have many stalls along the way. I don't call them stalls unless they last longer than a week and I don't lose anything during that week.
You have to remember your weight fluctuates all the time, that is why you should weigh at the same time of day and the same circumstances every time you weigh. I weigh first thing in the am right around the same time every morning.
Also, don't use the scale as your only barometer for success. You should be considering how you feel, how your clothes fit and measuring as well.
Remember, you did not become obese overnight and you will not get thin and healthy overnight either.
I personally use my clothing to assess my real progress.
Good luck everyone! You are all doing great!

I think you should err on the side of caution and call your doctor. It might be nothing but it is best to be safe!!

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My Dr does not use the drain, so that was one less thing for me to worry about ????.

I just want to give you a hug!! You did it! You got what you have been fighting for and now you are on the path to health and happiness. Thank you so much for sharing your inside story with us and I wish you the easiest and happiest of recoveries. You are going to do great! We are in your corner????????????????

I agree with @@Gumpgal wear the binder, especially when you're up and about. It helps support you.

I'm 4 weeks out. Still have a lot of pain and open wounds. I wear mine all day and take it off at night. I couldn't walk more than 10 mins without it.

@@FrankinTexas I am doing good. My abdomen is just super sore. It was really bad last night, but seems better today. I keep walking, and drinking Water mixed with Isopure. Other than being sore and tired, I am doing great! What about you? How are you feeling?

That's what I'm going for too. I can't wait to hear all of your tips and advice you can give. Please share with us what your weight losses are too. Congrats!!