I finally think I am going to survive

Hi gang. I have been suffering horribly since my surgery. I had a terrible infection at the site of the gastric tube (which i did not need in the first place) and it got so bad. I have not been on my feet at all despite being 2 1/2 weeks out. I've had to go to the clinic every couple days for them to check my wound. It has all been horrible, just horrible. I did not expect to be the person with complications at all. The only thing that has really saved me is that I drink about 100 oz. of water per day and am religious about taking my pro-stat. I'm on a high powered antibiotic now and I think I am turning the corner a little bit at least today. I don't feel quite so sick. The drainage is less (volume wise) and the smell is a little less putrid. This has been the most horrible thing I have ever been through and I am no wimp. The scale at the clinic says I have lost 19 pounds, but I am not impressed. I've been too sick to even get dressed except to go for the appointments, so the weight loss is inconsequential at this point. I am a bit better, but if you can spare a prayer tonight, I'd love it if you could ask for healing for me. This has been terrible for my family as well. jean

Hi Jean: I'll definately put you in my prayers this week. 2 1/2 weeks out is so early to begin feeling human again even without complications. The whole weight loss thing becomes very hard to comprehend anyway until your quite a way out. I remember being sick alot until about 12 weeks out. Hang in there. God Bless and peace, Eileen

Jean, I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers. I'm so sorry you have had complications. Hope you get to feeling better soon. If you are up to it please keep us posted. Hugs Carolyn

Jean hang in there, it will get better! I know what your going through...when I had my hysterectomy I got an infection and had to have my belly packed for 8 wks. My mom and my hubby took care of it for me as I couldn't even see it because of my weight, it was where the sun don't shine lol. I can remember how frustrating and smelly it was! I will keep you in my prayers! Keep us updated ok! Feel good soon, Janet S

Nice to see your smiling face! I am sorry for your problems and will certainly pray for you!!! Just remember this is a journey.....sometimes long and BUMPY!!!! But in the end it is all worth it, soon you will feel better and you will hardly remember the bad stuff!!!! I am so glad to hear you are getting the water in, that has got to be helping! Hopefully the new antibiotic will kick in and start helping you feel better!!! Stay strong Take Care and I will say those prayers for ya! Jesi

Jean, So sorry to hear that you have had problems. Like others said, remember that you are not that far out. It will get better and better. Hang in there and know that you are in my prayers! God bless, Andrea