Minimal discomfort at resevoir

[Hawk]

If Merrix (same reservoir, same surgeon) is on this forum.  I am wondering if at 9 weeks I should feel any discomfort when doing Bulgarian split squats?  I use 45lb dumbells ( I only weigh 150lb)

When I squat on my left leg I feel a slight strain at my reservoir.  I had previous robotic surgery and was told by Dr. Eid that he might have to do a second incision since my organs were rearranged (what a nice thought).  He did NOT do the 2nd incision so I am wondering if it is always going to cause a minor issue or if it is normal.

[TonySa]

Hawk, I know Dr Eid recommends fully draining the implant in the early days so the reservoir doesn't encapsulate at a smaller size resulting in auto inflammation later.  Did he indicate when this is no longer an issue?  4, 6, 8 weeks?  Could this be related to what your experiencing?

[Hawk]

Hawk, I know Dr. Eid recommends fully draining the implant in the early days so the reservoir doesn't encapsulate at a smaller size resulting in auto-inflation later.  Could this be related to what you're experiencing?

Dr. Eid indicated that for the first 3 months you need to make sure all the fluid is in the reservoir except when inflating, for the reason you indicated.  I do that and the reservoir has no problem holding all the fluid with no slight sign of discomfort for days.  It is only when I do one or two exercise movement usually involving a squat with the left leg (such as a lunge) that I feel some tenderness.  I suspect if I did ab work I might feel it as well.  If I think of it I will call him tomorrow and ask if it is associated with issues because of my prior prostate surgery or if it will likely disappear.

[TonySa]

Thanks Hawk, important to know to fully deflate for at least 3 months.  I didn't know the timeframe.