Post Op Post

May 20, 2010

Hi All,
I just wanted to thank you all again for your thoughts and prayers through my surgery. I came through everything and am now home and am slowly on the mend. The first night in the hospital was a little rough in terms of getting my pain and nausea under control, but at about 18 hours post surgery I was feeling much better. I was discharged 24 hours after my surgery was over and have been home now for a little over a day. I've had some help at home, but actually haven't really needed it since there's not much to do other than walk every couple of hours and keep hydrated and on top of my pain meds. The biggest thing I needed help with yesterday when I got home were my pets (my hubby & I have 3 pugs that are our "kids"), but now that they realize they have to be gentle around me, I'm even able to care for them again now. So there is some discomfort still, but I've set my alarm to go off every 4 hours so that I get my pain meds regularly and that's really helped. So far I've only had water and powerade zero to drink, but I actually feel a bit hungry so might try out some chicken broth for "dinner" tonight! Overall, it wasn't really that scary at all, more just a matter of managing pain and nausea and being an advocate for myself while in the hospital.

This has been such a long journey that it's strange to know that I've finally made it through the surgery! It's somewhat surreal and so exciting to be starting on this new chapter in my life and I have only a positive outlook and optimism for what the future holds. I feel more than ever that this was the right decision for me and I'm so excited to see the changes and move forward with a healthier me. Thanks and love to you all!
Rachelle

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