One week away

Jun 18, 2009

Ok, so I haven't been 100% on my liquid diet. I got really disappointed when I attended the three hour class and found out directly from the nurse that a liquid diet didn't even used to be done, then it was a week, then it went to two.... The only reason was that patients were gaining like 20 pounds in the weeks before surgery having their last meals. So I get to suffer for two weeks because of someone else's mistake? This last week will be different, I am going to be on liquids 100% so the end result of shrinking my liver for an easier surgery will be there.

I had back surgery in 2006, and have struggled with recovery ever since. I take a anti-inflammatory called Naprosyn that has worked wonders for me. Dr. Kim is allowing me to only take this week off the pill, but man am I worried about it. Having back problems can be soooo debilitating. I'm praying that God will get me through this week and beyond, with both the liquid diet and the lack of pain relief. And of course the surgery itself... :D

I'm torn on whether to tell my friends about me having this surgery. They'd planned a get together on the 27th, only two days after my surgery and I've had to say I won't be there, but didn't give a reason. While all we do is sit around and play cards, I think part of me is very self conscious about taking this road. The other thing is, I'm wondering if I'd even be able to sit there very long. I know everyone's recovery time is different, I guess if I'm feeling good, I could just show up. :)

Thanks for the support and comments guys!

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