8 days post hysterectomy: To cover or not to cover horizontal abdominal incision

Hi Ladies!
I am 8days post complete hystorectomy and have a 4inch horizonal incision with internal stitches and steristrips which are beginning to come off on thier own. I have some redness just at the incision line, and no oozing. I have had a remarkable recovery thus far and have been very active. As i am a bigger gal, i find i am getting uncomfortable with gravity when walking and bumps on the bus. Just feels like my incision is stretching (which i dont think its is), but feels uncomfortable.
I am heading to an outdoor concert tonight and this week and was wondering if it would be ok to cover it w a light pad or bandage (they sent me home w one from the hospital) for a few hours while walking to and at the event. For some extra support. There is also the possibility of some rain, so i am thinking water proofing. Does anyone have any experience with this? Let me know and thank you so much!

I was told to cover with bandages if it was more comfortable. Just as long as they are changed daily and avoiding moisture is good.

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Originally Posted by Heatwave11 I was told to cover with bandages if it was more comfortable. Just as long as they are changed daily and avoiding moisture is good.

Perfect! Thank you so much! Its only gonna be for a few hours a day, and i was thinking it should be ok, but its nice to hear it from experience

Hi, After a shower, dry the area throughly w a blow dryer & apply a pad over the incision to wick moisture & any discharge. Adhere the pad to a panty.

I used to wear an ab binder. It gave me support. If your Dr didnt give you once, theyre on-line & in medical supply stores & some pharmacies.

Walking is good, just be sure to get in rest.