I am 4 days post-op

May 20, 2011

Hello all,

My experience has been fantastic. I expected to be in a lot more pain. In fact just after my surgery, I didn't have any pain but more discomfort and my abdomen felt like I it was full of air but not painful pressure. That went away for the most part after a day and a half. The only pain I had was in my back but that happens to me everytime I lay on my back on a hard surface for too long.

I only spent Monday, Tuesday through late Wednesday morning in the hospital. I've been great at home. I got a little sharp pains in the car when we'd hit a bump but nothing too big. I've quickly learned that I NEED to add supplemental protein to everyting I need to get the amount the registered dietician recommends. My only problem really is getting in water. I am drinking as much as I can but I don't feel I'm getting enough. I'm not too concerned at this point since it's only 2-1/2 days.

In the hospital, my BP was eradic so they had me see my family doctor today. She took it and it was 120/80 so no BP meds for me. I have enough pills to remember without adding that to the mix.

All in all I feel great and really hopeful about the future.

Thanks for reading.

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