Recovery Time

silverwoman · 08-01-2006, 04:46 PM

I wanted to get some feedback on how long it took others to start feeling "normal". I had surgery over a week ago (July 24) and I'm still having some pains, my stoma is still swollen, and I'm just feeling exhausted all of the time. I'm tired of not feeling well, and now I'm getting worried that something's not right, because so many people talk about what a "fast recovery time" the LAP-BAND® surgery has.

Yoda · 08-01-2006, 05:34 PM

It took me about 3 weeks to feel normal.....of course I was up and about and back to work much sooner than that...but in terms of having all my energy back etc...and mentally/emotionally "normal" (my hubby may big to differ!!) it took longer.

So, no worries.....I think you are right on track!!!

gochevy3 · 08-01-2006, 05:37 PM

My surgery was on a Monday morning, and was pretty much 100% by Sunday. had little incision discomfort after about 72hrs. But still can't sleep on my port side, and im 16 days post surgery. feeling normal "headwise" probably took 10days or so

robinem · 08-01-2006, 05:50 PM

Hi,

I had surgery the same day as you. I just now starting feeling like a human being. I've been feeling better as each day goes by. My only real complaint is I'm having a hard time sleeping on my bed.

But, for the most part, I'm off the pain killers and am alert and pretty much pain free.

I"m seeing my Dr. tomorrow for my after surgery follow up, and am hoping she'll let me eat. I"ve been a week on liquids and am ready to try out my teeth.

Hope you're feeling better soon

silverwoman · 08-01-2006, 05:55 PM

Did it take anybody else this long for the swelling to go down? I'm worried something's wrong with my stoma.

MelodyJ · 08-01-2006, 05:59 PM

I had a really rough time for 2 weeks....really didn't feel up to par for about 3 weeks....long as you are without a fever or other symptoms of fever I think your doing pretty good....

Don't forget your not eating as much as you used to either.....

Hang in there!!!!

God Bless,
Melody
Banded 3/20/06 -71lbs :)

mousecrazy · 08-01-2006, 07:27 PM

You sound about right to me...I was driving after a week...but still sipping liquids. I was easily tired, but kept going. I just rested when I could.
I'd give myself a month to really be 100%.