One Month Follow Up
Hi all!
I went today for my one month follow up. I got to meet Dr. Hobson, he is very nice. He told me that I was doing great and since surgery I have lost 39.5 pounds!! I am so happy!!!!! 
He told me I could start semi soft foods and to take things slow. I wanted to celebrate, so I went to Applebee's and ordered grilled chicken, mashed potatoes and broccoli. I only could eat a few bites, but it felt so good and so far, it is agreeing with me. Funny, I now have lunch for the rest of the week!!! Before surgery, I would have eaten every bit of it, plus split an appetizer with my husband. I am so happy and proud of myself.
I have only had one major issue. I spent the entire day and evening at the emergency room here in Griffin on Sunday. I was having SEVERE pain in my lower back and around to my stomach. I just knew that my gall bladder was acting up!! Even the dr said that my labs indicated that, but after a CT scan and ultrasound, they found I just have a very, very serious kidney infection. Not fun!!! After a 2 hour drip of levaquin, I was sent home. I was out of work yesterday and today. I also have to take a week's worth of levaquin. I hope everything clears up before we leave for Seattle on Friday. Then a few days after we get back, we leave for Maine for a week!
Oh, by the way, while I was at Dr. Duncan's this morning I went by the 8th floor and visited Pam P. She had her sugery yesterday and looks like she is doing great!!!!
I just had to share my good news!!!!
Kim
He told me I could start semi soft foods and to take things slow. I wanted to celebrate, so I went to Applebee's and ordered grilled chicken, mashed potatoes and broccoli. I only could eat a few bites, but it felt so good and so far, it is agreeing with me. Funny, I now have lunch for the rest of the week!!! Before surgery, I would have eaten every bit of it, plus split an appetizer with my husband. I am so happy and proud of myself.
I have only had one major issue. I spent the entire day and evening at the emergency room here in Griffin on Sunday. I was having SEVERE pain in my lower back and around to my stomach. I just knew that my gall bladder was acting up!! Even the dr said that my labs indicated that, but after a CT scan and ultrasound, they found I just have a very, very serious kidney infection. Not fun!!! After a 2 hour drip of levaquin, I was sent home. I was out of work yesterday and today. I also have to take a week's worth of levaquin. I hope everything clears up before we leave for Seattle on Friday. Then a few days after we get back, we leave for Maine for a week!
Oh, by the way, while I was at Dr. Duncan's this morning I went by the 8th floor and visited Pam P. She had her sugery yesterday and looks like she is doing great!!!!
I just had to share my good news!!!!
Kim 
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on 8/29/06 2:31 pm - Griffin, GA
on 8/29/06 2:31 pm - Griffin, GA
Hey kim, it was great talking with you and nate today! I can't wait for us to all hang out again! I am sorry about your kidney pain, I know that was very scary, but I know you are a heck of a fighter, and you have an amazing spirit which is hard to snuff out. When it flickers you remember to call me.
Miles.
You are so welcome!! I think it is very important for us to support each other.
If you need anything, let me know.
Oh, I tried the Achievone that I ordered and it is awesome!!!! It's expensive, but if it is something that I will be able to drink, it is worth it. I'll just buy and keep it at work since it will be easier for me to get my protein in at home.
Kim
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