Ouchie

Feb 08, 2017

So I was in pain for the first few days after my revision, but nothing like today.  Today my right side below the ribcage decided to revolt.  On the front, the drain tube is extremely sore for some reason.  Probably my body trying to close up the wound and it being extra irritated that it can't.

But that's not touching the pain a little lower down that radiates to my back.  Constant spasming.  I can't take deep breaths.  I can't sit back or lie down without severe spasming that makes me yell.  I know it's not gallstones because I had my gallbladder out 20 years ago.  I think it's my port site?  I don't know.  My surgeon's office did not seem concerned as there is no fever.  Just wait it out.  So that's what I'm doing.  It'll get better, right?  Right.

For those who are undergoing a band to RNY revision, just know that whatever the initial pain is for a few days after surgery, you might have some day(s) where it temporarily gets worse for no apparent reason.

Got a nice 30+ min walk in this evening.  It took longer than usual with all the ice on the trail, but it felt great to get out there.   Going to try to continue 30 min walks daily until this pain subsides a bit and I'm able to work up to a brisker pace and/or going a bit longer.  It should help with the gas as well as just getting blood circulating to heal me up!

Almost back down to my day-of-surgery weight -- 2 lbs to go! 

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