Recovery period almost over :(

Jan 09, 2009

Well, I only have 2 more days before I go back to work. I have really enjoyed the time I have had off. I took a total of 3 weeks off for recovery and could have probably gone back after 2 for sure.

Upon release, Dr Jones stated I should be the poster child for this surgery. I showed no signs of even having the surgery. I was up walking 6 times a day, demanded the IV be taken out a day early and was getting along without much pain meds.

When I went to my first post op appointment, someone who had had surgery the two days before me was still having a problem keeping water down. My issue is still being very thirsty.  I am not consuming enough protein because  I am so thirsty I am not drinking the milk and only consuming two meals per day.

I guess, my point is, everyone reacts to this surgery differently. I have only been nauseous a couple of times and laying down usually takes care of it. I have not had dumping syndrome yet. I am trying to avoid that at all cost. I got sick once, it was my fault. I waited too long to eat and did not eat slow enough or chew thoroughly.

I forgot to add, I am now down 32 pounds since the start of the liquid diet. It is amazing to me. I could never had done this on my own.

That is all for now.  I try to update and upload pics at least once a month.

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