feel like giving up

I've done fairly well untill this hernia repair.... with that said I'm in sooo much pain that I can't even eat... all of my muscles are basically gone... I'm so tired that going from the living room to the bathroom just tires me out so much it's like I've worked a 12 hour shift and I can't take it anymore... my PS that I had to use for this surgery doesn't believe in pain meds... my last visit I asked for something for pain and he gave me 1 script and told me that was the last one... problem is it's the only one he's given me.... so I'm to the point that I'm going to go to bed and just stay there... death has to be better than this sorry this sounds like self pitty but I'm just hurting so bad I can't take it any more Stephie

Call your doctor and tell him that you are in this much pain and tell him that if he doesn't think you need pain meds, then he needs to see you because something is NOT right. Tell him, if he doesn't help you, you are going to your PCP or to the emergency room.  You are not well and its not in your head. If you are in this much pain at this point and he feels you shouldn't be, then something may be wrong.  Don't sit back and take it.  Doctors are human, they can make mistakes too.

Plus, your nutrional balance is a very important right now, and you being in so much pain that you can't even eat may bring on even more serious problems and pro-long the healing process.  Yell, scream, shout, get some attention! i'll be thinking about you.

I agree with Kathy.  If you are in pain, then he needs to do something!  You know your body better than anyone and if something is wrong you will know it!   Please don't just get in the bed and stay there.  You are worth the effort!!!!!!!  I know you said you are hurting too much to eat, but you need your protein!!!  IF you have to do liquid protein, then you need to do it!!!!!   That could be the reason you are having problems.   Your protein was probably low before the hernia surg and your body is having a  terrible time healing.  YOur protein requirements increase when you have surgery and I don't think you had much reserve going into the surgery.  PUSH that protein Stephanie and call your doctor!!!!! Melissa

Stephie,    I am so sorry that you are so sick.  Please please go to your regular dr if your surgeon doesn't help you.  Being in pain like this is not good for your healing.  I have heard how painful the hernia surgery.  I wish I could help.  sending lots of good thoughts your way. Mary

i agree with the other girls.. GET SOME HELP.. call them and bug them until they help you.. you shouldnt be feeling like this.. get some blood work done check your levels in your body make sure youre healthy! hope you feel better jen

Oh Stephie, I truly understand your frustrations.....  I had a different kind of surgerie...and it was very stressful last week at one point.   I was feeling intense pains.   I also needed more pain med at one point and was arguing with the dr's for it.  I think she thought I wanted more of the heavy duty stuff (which trust... me.... lol... that was good stuff....!!!  lol)  but I wanted something to get me through the next phase.    I had no idea about the nerve endings coming back to LIFE...    and let me tell you... i was struggling.   We were actually playing "phone tag" because my surgeon was out of the office on thur/fri and did not want to let this go to the weekend.   Do not give up!!!     everyone is right.   get the protein in.     keep calling your dr.   be a PEST if you feel that is what you are being.   It is your right.   it is your body.   stand up for yourself.    You are worth it.     The dr. called in a prescription called tramadol or something like that.   Its not narcotic, but it was stronger than tylenol.  and it has HELPED a lot!    Also, what helped... was her telling me to take off the steri strips.... because originally she said to wait until they came off on their own.     Please know that you are so important and you need to have your answers and needs met.   hugs. J.

Steph,  YOU PCP IS A BLAZIN IDOIT!!!! Ask him if you can cut him wide open and give him some advil!!! GIRL!!! just go to the ER!!! they'll give you some IV pain meds and a script! then find another DR.  Im all for watchin out for RX pain releif, but the damn dentist gives u a 30 day supply of vicodin just for pulling a tooth... I cant understand his logic...  and since u feel so bad... WHY WASTE UR TIME TRYING TO TALK TO HIM????   Go get the help you need. I know hospitals suck... but you really need to rest and be catered too right now... maybe thats the best place for you right now.... HOPE YOU FEEL BETTER SOON!!!!

I am so sorry you are feeling so bad right now. I have never had hernia surgery so I can't say I know how you feel but I sure can imagine. I know it can be more  pain than the WLS.  I have a friend that just had 2 repaired.  Hang in there... I am sure it will get better. Please don't go through this alone... we are here. Call your doctor and insist on help. Some are just idiots!!! (((HUGS))) Love ya, Pam 

Stephie,

I know Dr. Orseck did is telling you this, but can't Dr. Ross give you something?? They both did the surgery, didn't they?? And I know that Dr. Ross wouldn't want you to be in so much pain. He also needs to know how you are being treated by Dr. Orseck. Hang in there, sweetie!!! I'll keep you in my prayers!! (we missed you tonight)!!!

Hugs,
Dianne