I can't wait to be on this side of the losers bench! September 16th!

I finally had a bm yay

Question for you guys...how long does it normally take for the steri strips to fall off?? And did you guys apply anything on your scars??

I only apply something where my drainage tube is. I think once the dermabond is gone I might invest in some scar healer

Is anyone else hurting today worse than yesterday? I had surgery in Monday 09/16 and today my back left side is hurting badly, but it comes and goes.

I knew that the left side would hurt since that was the largest incision and the surgeon warned me about that area. However, this pain is in the back left-side and it is new today and is hurting.

My liquid intake has been great and not an issue at all.

My back hurt because that is where all the gas moved to. Have you had a bm yet

I did have a BM, but just diarrhea (sorry TMI). I guess it could be gas settling, but I thought since my surgery was Monday and today is Friday that would be too long for the gas to still be in there.

I just finally got rid of the gas today. Are you walking too much? Over exerting yourself could make your back hurt.

I am actually a bit "gassy" today, so that could be the issue. I did a lot of walking yesterday versus any other day, so maybe that is the issue with over-exerting myself. Thank you.

I too have back pain. I am walking and sipping fine. No one how long gas would be inside so I just assumed that was it.

Just an fyi if you are on a clear liquid diet, Welches light white grape juice is the bomb

My surgery was September 9th Monday. In some ways I am doing better than I expected but I can't believe how much the pain has bothered me and how tired I am. Though each day I feel so much better than the day before!

Sue

I'm feeling better everyday but yes more tired!

I think we are tired from not getting actual food..maybe things will get better as re progress through the stages

Is anyone laying flat yet...I've been sleeping in a recliner since its easier to get up. I think I might try the bed tonight

I'm laying in my bed but kind if on in incline due to pillows and blankets. I tried the recliner last night and my neck was horribly stuff today from it. Screw that. I napped in my bed and woke up hurting a bit too. :/ but I'll take the bed over the recliner