Hi. I am 5 days post op and still in a lot of pain. I have been sleeping in the recliner all week because the pain of trying to get in the bed is unbearable. I called my surgeons office yesterday and they suggested I try a heating pad. The medicine, heating pad all works for a while but the pain comes back. I am not having any other issues, just the pain. Is this normal for the sleeve. I expected some pain, but not this much! I am sweating with pain when I try to walk my hallway each day. I'm afraid of getting stiff or blood clots so I have been trying to walk every two hours as directed. Yesterday I couldn't do it. This morning I couldn't do it. Should I just relax and let my body heal? I don't want to get discouraged, because I have lost 9 lbs in 5 days.

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I had my surgery on 6/17/16. I've been walking, but I still get lightheaded if I'm on my feet too long. I take the pain meds as needed. Guess everyone is just different. I know I need to get in more Protein.

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I must have a lower tolerance for pain than a lot I've seen on this forum because I was using my pain meds (liquid oxycodone) around the clock every day for over a week after my surgery, and every once in a while after that for another week. I actually had to get a refill. I wish I was one of the ones who left the hospital and only took Tylenol. I also had a hiatal hernia repair when I had my sleeve, so I don't know if that caused more pain than normal. Getting up and down was the worst. Once I was standing or lying down I was usually okay (as long as I didn't bend or twist). Sitting upright was also painful after a few minutes unless I was reclining. Pressing a pillow to my stomach to brace it helped.

So don't feel bad, you aren't alone. And it does get better. My doctor told me that unless you have a history with narcotic addiction to not feel bad about needing to use the pain meds, that's why they give them to us. Pain is an individual thing. Some people are just more sensitive to it.

Also, it's better to take the meds regularly and keep the pain down. When you wait to take them until the pain is bad, they aren't as effective.

BTW, I am 2 months out now, and feeling amazing. The pain is already a distant memory. Stay strong, you are going through the worst of it now, and then things just get better.

Thanks so much for this post. It really made me feel as though there is light at the end of the tunnel. I still have pain today, but they switched my pain meds to Percocet. They actually seem to work better than the hydrocodone. I think it's interesting that I had an hiatal hernia as well. I am wondering if that actually contributes to more pain and discomfort. Thanks for the post.

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I must have a lower tolerance for pain than a lot I've seen on this forum because I was using my pain meds (liquid oxycodone) around the clock every day for over a week after my surgery, and every once in a while after that for another week. I actually had to get a refill. I wish I was one of the ones who left the hospital and only took Tylenol. I also had a hiatal hernia repair when I had my sleeve, so I don't know if that caused more pain than normal. Getting up and down was the worst. Once I was standing or lying down I was usually okay (as long as I didn't bend or twist). Sitting upright was also painful after a few minutes unless I was reclining. Pressing a pillow to my stomach to brace it helped.

So don't feel bad, you aren't alone. And it does get better. My doctor told me that unless you have a history with narcotic addiction to not feel bad about needing to use the pain meds, that's why they give them to us. Pain is an individual thing. Some people are just more sensitive to it.

Also, it's better to take the meds regularly and keep the pain down. When you wait to take them until the pain is bad, they aren't as effective.

BTW, I am 2 months out now, and feeling amazing. The pain is already a distant memory. Stay strong, you are going through the worst of it now, and then things just get better.

Thanks so much for this post. It really made me feel as though there is light at the end of the tunnel. I still have pain today, but they switched my pain meds to Percocet. They actually seem to work better than the hydrocodone. I think it's interesting that I had an hiatal hernia as well. I am wondering if that actually contributes to more pain and discomfort. Thanks for the post.

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@@Cocojh I believe hernia repair makes post-op more painful. You are healing and going to be sore. Take it easy. I would not go back to work that soon. I'm taking 4-6 weeks.

@KristenLe. I have decided to take 4 weeks and then go back 1/2 days for the 5th week of possible. This is just a plan, because honestly if I don't feel up to PAR on week 5 I am going to take another 4 weeks off. I went through too much to get here and want to make sure I give my body enough time to heal. I don't know what I was thinking before. My job will be there.

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My right side has a burning feeling. When my shirt touches it, it burns or tingles. Anyone feeling that?

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@@Cocojh how are you today?

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My right side has a burning feeling. When my shirt touches it, it burns or tingles. Anyone feeling that?

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No, haven't experienced that. Hope all

Is well today.

RealityKrys

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@skinny_knees" I am doing better today aside from the gas. I have the same burning/tingling sensation. The surgeon said that is was from the stitches that are on the inside. It's very sensitive but is getting better. I put the surgical band back on today. When I'm not wearing it, it feels like my stomach is dangling....the pain meds help with it. I'm also trying Miralax tonight. How are you?

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That makes sense. I'm doing ok. Went got a pedicure and Walmart. Still had pain but I pushed through it.

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I am planning to go get a pedicure and manicure spa tomorrow. I have not drove yet because of medications but I don't want to spend another weekend in this chair. I plan to sleep in my bed tomorrow if all goes well. I'm still in the recliner.

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I don't have a recliner so I slept in the bed but the pain was excruciating getting up. It had gotten better but there is still pain.

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I know the feeling. I am 10 days out and trying my best to get food in. Im so hungry right now but I have no room for food

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I have not felt hunger.

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Are you getting enough fluids and Protein? Being thirsty can make you think you are hungry.

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I know the feeling. I am 10 days out and trying my best to get food in. Im so hungry right now but I have no room for food

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It could be acid - be sure to take a PPI.