I'm almost 4 weeks post op (March 10 surgery) and wanting to do the same thing. I tried a little flounder today, it was fabulous but of course I'm having chest and stomach pain now. Probably a little...
I am on the same track as CaliGal, I'm two weeks out from surgery and had my post op follow up yesterday. I believe CaliGal gave great advice in finding a surgeon who is very experienced. Also, keep...
Is there a chance you are dehydrated? That occurs a lot after surgery and especially after throwing up. Like CaliGal said, you need some Zofran (there is a cost friendly generic). I got dehydrated...
Cali and Ringer, thanks for that tip. I'm at 7 days post op and am a normal side sleeper. I'm also trying to use my CPAP which is not going well (I think related to my SOB). I'm going to try a wedge...
Thanks Ringer, I'll take your advice for sure. My current plan is to take the full 3 weeks and then work partial days on the 4th and see how that works out. Good luck to all, let's keep in touch....
Thanks, I'll do it. Today has been interesting. I also have not taken my Prilosec since surgery (honestly, I was afraid to take the pill and didn't want to go through the hassle of pouring it into...
Congratulations! I think you have some really good thoughts/notes listed. The key will be for you to also follow your own advice, lol. Best wishes on your recovery!!! Marty...
You seem to be ahead of me, I had a rough night last night. I have stopped the pain meds during the day and decided to not take any before bedtime, bad move. I finally got up at 2 am and took a dose...
My surgeon's advice was plan for 3 weeks and if you come back in two, then you are a hero. I do have an office job so I think I'm doing exactly that. I'm 5 days post op and thinking I might be able...
I'm 5 days post op as well! My pain would be a little more then yours, probably 3 on a 1-10 scale but tolerable. I only took one dose of pain meds yesterday and plan to not take any today. It seems...
I'm 3 days post op....... only able to eat a couple of bites of yogurt or soup. My hopes are to begin migrating off of the pain meds today. I am having problems with taking a deep breath as well....
What a great resource! I've met with my surgeon and am scheduling my laparoscopic repair done soon. This info helps me considerably as I'm planning my time off, etc. I'll listen to my doctor for sure...