11 Days Post-op

Jun 12, 2009

Well, I have to admit that the surgery itself kinda sent me for a loop. Right after surgery and early the next morning I was having alot of pain in one area. It took a while to get good pain control but once I did I was GREAT. Got up and walked around several times post-op. Then POD #2- well, I was an emotional wreck!!! I had not taken my Effexor for 3 days and WOW!!!!! But, I can say that DR Sax, Amy and the patient care coordinator were SSSOOOO understanding.And of course, my angel, Sandy, was there for me when I needed someone!!!! I came home Wed. at 2pm-what a relief!!! Had troubles getting food and fluids in, still am, but keeps getting better.The worst day I had was POD#5. I ended up staying in bed with a heating pad on my belly, taking my pain meds and eating SF popsicles.Other than that day, I have been walking every day! Sipping, sipping, sipping!! Getting to know my new belly and what it likes and dislikes, and believe me, it has a mind of it's own. But, today I'm 10lbs down. I've eaten once so far this am and working on my 1st protien shake. Will have more food when that's done and start another shake. I'm gonna repost weekly just so I can see where I've come from and where I'm at. Today is a GREAT day. Thanks to all my OH friends!!!

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