Hi, So far I'm doing fine.  Ofcourse, it's only been 3 days since my surgery.  My tummy still feels hard and full of gas at times so I take a walk.  That helps a lot.  Other than that, I'm doing fine.  I'm getting in my fluids and liquid protein.  Seem to be ready for bed by 8:00 at night, though.  Just  trying to walk as much as possible.

Well just wanted to check and see how everyone was doing that had surgery this month. Has anyone had any problems? I have not and I am very happy about that. Hope everyone is making great progress and doing great!

Heather, good luck on going back to work. I'm really glad to be in a routine again. I had my follow-up visit with the surgeon this morning, and he said I'm doing great and keep it up.

Thanks for the encouragement!

Perry in Nashville

I had my surgery July 22nd. I still have pain on my left side, and also infection where my g-tube
was. I had it lanced to let out the infection 3 weeks ago, and took anti-biotics for 2 weeks. The
problem let up for awhile, and now its back again, oozing and pain. I am back to the doc
again today. I had loads of complications during surgery. So I am considering myself
lucky? For now, its hoping the light at the end of the tunnel is not a train. (famous saying from
my wife). Always get an expert opionion whenever there is something just not right. I have also
visited my regular doctor too, just to make sure. Major surgery is nothing to sneeze at.
Expecially when my body has been raked over by age and diabetes.
Take care of yourself.
j

Thanks for the post! I am actually sleeping in a recliner becuase it is difficult to get in and out of the bed. Today I am going to stop taking the Loratab and just try Tylenol. Sorry about the infection, I hope it heals soon! You are right, I need to just take one day at a time becuase it will get better!