Post-op visit

Mar 30, 2010

Today I had my 2-week post op visit and woo hoo,  I'm down 25.2 pounds!!!  I'm thrilled at the weight loss but it doesn't hold a candle to being able to get off the liquid only diet!  Tonights dinner, roasted chicken (pureed) and mashed potatoes with nonfat dry milk added to increase that protein level.  It was fabulous.  I ate dinner on a little dessert plate with a baby fork.  It took about 45 minutes to finish but I definitely learned to enjoy the flavors.  Then for a snack I had fat-free saltines with some laughing cow cheese.  I love being able to eat real food again!!!  So on the flip side I'm still numb, my right leg from hip to knee and my left hand from elbow to pinkie and ring finger tips.  I told the PA about it and waiting to hear back from her about whatever the surgeon thinks.  I've heard from a lot of friends that have undergone anethesia and incurred numbness that lasted for years.  The leg isn't what bothers me as much as the hand.  Other than that everything is going great.

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