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5 Days Post-Op- Pain

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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    • Cocojh
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      Ok- I got the surgery band and it does provide some relief!! Thank goodness!! Thanks for the suggestions!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

    • Valentina
      Valentina

      I would say, "no" to a waist trainer---too too tight. If your team suggest a heating pad, then go with that AND walk. I know it's difficult, but you must get up and move. It's hard for you to be

    • kmorri
      kmorri

      I'm so happy it is helping you!!! I know it helped me. It will get better each day. I wish you the best. Please continue to post and ask any questions you have.

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    Hey Everyone, I just wanted to know if anyone is having trouble getting food down. I am struggling with getting 64 oz of Fluid and food down. The only thing that feels good going down is Water. I make sure I chew the food well but all I feel is air or something. My stomach makes the strangest noises. My nut thinks I need to take smaller bites.

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    I'm not having an issues getting food down, but I do take small bites. Sorry to hear you are having issues.

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    I had the same thing. One week post op it magically got better and I didn't need pain meds anymore.

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