Question:
HOW LONG BEFORE THIS SORE FEEELING IN MY STOMACH WILL

GO AWAY IT EVEN HURTS WHEN I TRY TO LAY ON MY SIDE.    — TRACY D. (posted on September 27, 2001)

September 27, 2001
Hi Tracy: I am 4 weeks post op. I had an RNY and a hernia repair which has left an incision from my breastbone to my belly button. It hurt alot to lay on my side or back or anything for about 2 weeks. Then, quite dramatically got much better each day. A friend of mine suggested that I get a long body pillow. What a comfort that was and still is. There are still days where my insides (not incision) hurt. I can lay on my side and wrap my legs around a body pillow. The body pillow will help to give your stomach support. I also kept paper surgical tape on my incision (still do) as I was told it would help to reduce scarring. The food problem does get better. I bought those instant cup a soups with chicken and beef broth (made lunch easier). I personally stayed away from cream soups and puddings but did find I could handle the 1% milk. Good Luck. Email me directly if you feel like you want to talk. Take Care Reta Dimis Aug. 23/2001 BMI 52 post op Dr. Joffee (Tor, CAN)
   — Reta D.