preparing for surgery

So as I prepare for the knee surgery I have to go off of my Serrapeptase for a week, they also took me off of my fish oil. Because they thin the blood

Since they don't understand my herbal protocol and I don't want to have any delays in the surgery, I'm off of the Jernigan protocol for the week

I'm allowed to take Tylenol for the pain (which I am worried is about to get bad)

I have been using the sauna while wrapping my knee in ice (very odd sensation) but I'm sure after surgery I won't be able to use that for a week at least.

At least after surgery I can get back onto the Serrapeptase, fish oil and the herbs.

Any thoughts on how to manage if the pain gets bad during the week? I'm eating a daily dose of pineapple which I've read is helpful pre surgery. I'm sticking to my diet and I'm still taking my minerals.

Actually my dr does acupuncture, but she doesn't work evenings. That's an idea I had not thought of, I wonder if I could find someone that does do evenings. I am already going 20 hours in the hole on sick leave for the surgery so I can't afford more time off.

I love green tea!!!

Had a rough few days because right as I went off of all of my Lyme herbs and the Serrapeptase a lot of the pain symptoms started coming back. I am taking Tylenol since that's all that's allowed. Then my co-workers played a stupid joke on me that essentially made me think I was about to be written up for something serious. Even though I knew it didn't make sense, I kind of flipped, it totally stressed me out, my pain levels soared and the good news is, after a minor meltdown at work (which I NEVER do) I got permission to telecommute until the surgery. I am doing way better now because I'm home, it's stress free and I can get my work done and the walking is cut back to something I can manage.

I really don't understand people that play practical jokes. I honestly thought I could get fired or put on suspension and I'm still on the initial probation at this job. Most practical jokes are not funny, and if you know your friend is planning surgery, people should try a little kindness instead. My sense of humor is not so high lately.

Once the stress levels dropped, my Lyme symptoms did drop with it. I'm still taking my minerals, a daily dose of pineapple (supposed to help with post surgery healing because of the enzymes) and I'm taking some homeopathic supplements. I'll stop them tomorrow though.

I've been a bit worried about Lyme and the surgery, but then I remembered I've had 2 other surgeries when I had Lyme and just didn't know it. I recovered fine from both of them. Also, I just plain don't have a choice right now. I can barely walk, I need my knee back... sigh...

You're right about the focused breathing and I think I've been forgetting all that. We have some cherry juice, I might try some watered down. I try to avoid the sugar of juices

Hi there.

I had both knees replaced in the last year. Arthritis from lyme took them over. I was not able to take ibuprophen but was given tramadol to take for months pre-surgery and stronger pain meds after surgery. I did get IV antibiotics at the time of surgery and my doc kept me on them for a few weeks after. I found icy hot worked well to manage pain pre surgery and even after.

Good luck to you. Knee pain is aweful!

Momtomonsters

Hi LoveHealth,

I just happened to check in..  Anyway, I'm so sorry to hear that you are having knee surgery but at least you will get rid of the pain..  My aunt had this done and with physical therapy, she healed just fine and no more pain.

I also read that acupuncture is great after the surgery as well as Emu Oil (don't know if this is really true) comes from the bird in Australia helps.  Amazon sells this oil... You can research it..

Here are some links (yep, I'm a link girl!)..

http://www.ehow.com/way_5314262_relieving-knee-pain-alternative-medicine.html

http://pure-emu-oil.com/

Do you knit or crochet at all?  That could help keep your mind off your knee as you are healing.  Extra Vit. C and D may help too... And yes, stock up on some good movies or CD's... 

Good luck to you!

Denise

 

I wanted to wish you luck on your surgery, but I know that now you won't see this until after the surgery! LOL! I do hope that the surgery went well, and you are back home resting well soon!!

Don't forget to let us know how you are doing when you are up to it!

Oh HI!! Giggle!
MAN!! I have always hated those afternoon surgeries! Like you I was always starving by the time I went in and then wanted a huge meal afterwards, but was always nauseous at the same time!!

One last thought, since I mentioned the nausea - You might want to have some ginger caps, crystalized ginger, or even ginger tea around after you get back home to help you deal with any post-surgery nausea as well.

Thinking of you, sending healing thoughts and my best to you!

You definitely sound prepared!! Best of luck!

Such great news, LoveHealth!! Glad to know that the surgery went well. Take the time to really get some rest in - the body heals best when at rest. Really glad to hear that things at the hospital went so well and they let you bring in your own snacks!

Personally, I would start in with the tinctures right away unless there is a specific reaction that may occur with the Jernigan tinctures. I use tinctures from my doc and take Vicodin at the same time when I have to (I hate taking the Vicodin!) without any problems. After the stress of surgery, the infections (Lyme & co's) will think it's time to come out to play - you don't need any set backs because of this!