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Dr. Suh (his nurse) will remove the staples at your first post-op visit if they are ready to come out.  Until then..don't touch!  Keep them clean and dry (pat dry after shower). Wear loose clothing and a bra that doesn't touch the staples..no underwires for the first few weeks if possible.
You will do fine...Its good you re asking the right questions!! 
Kim in Fontana

I am currently enjoying Lemon Zinger herbal tea from Celestial Seasons. Glad your feeling better,Mama. You are starting to feel relief from the excess gas now? My doc said it was because they fill the stomach with air. How's the rest of your body feeling? Do you feel like you got beaten up? LOL. I remember my ribs were really sore too. And don't forget to do your inhaling exercises, doc said that was really important. Don't remember why.