Question:
I'm curious, how soon after having the RNY can you bathe?

   — [Anonymous] (posted on June 5, 2000)

June 5, 2000
I had a wonderful spongebath the next morning by a nurse...and the next I took a shower, that was really hard, but it felt great.
   — Lisa N.

June 5, 2000
I had sponge baths the first two days and showered on the third day and every day after.. I told the nurses I wanted to shower they permitted it, however, they first applied a clear tissue thin wide plastic material over the entire incision, gauze and drain. Also a smaller one on my back where the epidural site was..This sealed out any water and came off right after I finished showering.. They gave me extra ones to take home with me until staples and drain removed. After those were removed I just used a tight Band-Aid over the drain hole until it was healed completely, then resumed regular baths.. <p> Please check out my profile page for more information, links and recipes.
   — Victoria B.

June 5, 2000
Hello there .... I had my surgery on a Monday, the staples were removed on Thursday and I was allowed to shower. I had an open RNY. Good Luck M
   — Mary Anne M.

June 5, 2000
I took a shower one day after my surgery at the hospital, and it felt so good! I have never had a problem. I don't recommend using the tub at home for a while because it will be very difficult for you to get in and out. For home, I purchased a shower attachment like the one many people have at their kitchen sinks. It was $20 at Bed Bath and Beyond and Beyond and controls the water to come out when you want and how strong you want it. It is also very useful in reaching "down under" without straining yourself. When showering it is very important not to spray the water directly on the incision until it has healed.
   — Paula G.