Question:
pain under incision 5 weeks out cant sleep on belly

5 weeks out still cant sleep on stomache left side still swollen any one else had this problem dr says its normal thanks Barry    — barry L. (posted on October 31, 2003)

October 31, 2003
I am 3 1/2 months post op Open RNY -66lbs. I am just now able to lay on my stomach (although not for long).
   — laurab

October 31, 2003
Don't forget, if you had an open procedure, they use rib spreaders to make your stomach more accessible. It could very well take you a few months for this area not to be sore anymore.
   — ethanzmom