To those wondering how I am...

Hi. My surgery was May 23rd. I left the hosp with a sore throat that lasted until June 12th. In that time I was only putting one bottle of water in the G-tube a day. June 10th I had to have an IV for dehydration. I felt so so so sick all the time. I was told that the IV would make me feel better, but it didn't. I started putting protein shakes (glucerna for diabetics) and 1 bottle of water in the G-tube per day. I still felt weak and sick all the time. I took wee tiny sips of water, but my pouch recoiled and I was nauseous so I stopped doing that. On June 16th my surgeon told me that I HAD to use my mouth more than the G-tube or I'd acutally forget to swallow. He told me to start back on liquids, crystal light and water all day, every day, and report back in a week. The next day, June 17th my PCP told me I MUST start eating, and ordered me to have one spoonful of babyfood each hour on the dot, with water, and to sip water all day. Since last week Tuesday, I am feeling much much better. I"m not strong enough to go walking yet, I"m still not getting enough, but i'ts a milestone from where I was. SO at five weeks out I"m down about 30lbs. Not too shabby eh? Keep praying for me though. I have to start using protein powder and I'm so afraid of gagging and retching cause I know I'm eating it... I"m so wierd. Blessings, Shannon

Shannon, Glad to hear you're feeling better. You've certainly had a challenging time. I will keep you in my prayers and hope that you continue to do better each day! God bless, ~Wanda

Shannon, so sorry you've had such a rough time of it!! I'm glad things are doing a bit better though. Take the protein powder slowly and keep us posted on how you're doing!! (((BIG HUGS))) Michelle

Shannon, Try and follow your doctor's orders. This will all be so worth it someday! You will be okay! Lori

It's good to hear you're doing better and staying positive during your difficult times. You'll get through this and be better for it. Congrats on the 30lb loss and good luck!

Glad to hear from you, Shannon, I've been thinking of you. I'm sorry you've had such a rough time of it. I hope your recovery is finally on the upswing and you continue to improve every day. Becky