Question:
Have any of you felt real blotted after open RNY?

My husband since his surgery on this past Tuesday almost constantly feels blotted in the tummy area, pouch and intestinal area. I did not feel this way when I had my open RNY back in May so I do not know what to tell him to help him relieve his discomfort. Is there anyone that can shed some light on this subject. PS burbing helps relieve the discomfort a little bit. I mentioned to him that he needs to be up and trying to do some walking even if it is just in the house.    — ChristineB (posted on October 5, 2003)

October 4, 2003
Some open RNY's have bloating and some don't. Walking really helps and also Gas-X. Tell him to get moving. Hope this helps.
   — Delores S.

October 5, 2003
Sorry, I meant to type bloated not blotted. Sorry for the confusion.
   — ChristineB

October 6, 2003
I'm two weeks post-op and have experienced much of the same thing. Getting up and being active does provide some relief, I laid off of my Prevacid for a day and it got worse. My advise is the same as the other person, be active and at least walk around the house. I look for small things to pick up and put away. By making several small trips throughout the house during the day, it keeps me active and helps around the house.
   — David D.