Question:
How long will it be before I completely heal from WLS?

   — Lorraine L. (posted on September 10, 2000)

September 10, 2000
I had an open RNY on July 25. It took me almost two weeks to sleep on my side, four weeks to regain energy and five weeks to stop feeling the muscle soreness in the belly. At almost 7 weeks, I am nearly 100%. I'm even bowling now! My incision is still numb and sometimes itches, however. Good Luck.
   — Allie B.

September 10, 2000
Well as everyone will tell you, recovery is different for each person. I am currently 6 weeks post op from Open RNY and really didnt start to feel like my old self again until I was about 5 weeks post. I can tell you without any doubts that I already know that this was by far the smartest decision I've ever made for myself in terms of my health. Good luck to you!
   — Cheryl S.

September 11, 2000
I had the open rny 1/4/00. The first five days I was very delicate. I could tell the first 2 months on liquids my stomach was weak and intolerant. At about month 3 I felt more like myself and strong all over (from the weight loss). At that point I ate solids so much better. I think I benefited well from following the medical advice I was given. The physical pain is helped tremendously with vicadin but to be healed, I'd say it was about 3 months. By the way I went back to work 4 weeks after surgery. I think it's wise to walk as soon as you can to get strength back. At three months I was lifting heavy things, power walking and eating things like hard-shell tacos and steak. There's a lot of trial and error because you're an individual, we all are but take it easy and just do what you're supposed to. Good luck with your journey:), Jennifer 134 lbs. gone forever.
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