Annoying!!

Wanna know what is really annoying???? THESE DRAINS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  My TT was 9 days ago and I have 4 drains.  I am sooooooooo annoyed by them....they look like I have 4 balls and they are shaped like hand grenades I hope to get some out next week.....once they are out I will feel so much better- I am so worried I am going to pull them out by accident and they get in the way.... OK- done complaining :) Shannon

Hey......I know how annoying those things are!  I've had 7 of them in the past 17 months!!!   There are a few reasons why we have to have them post op:  (if it's any help) Why do you need JP Drains? The squeeze bulb on the end of the drain tube creates a gentle suction. This helps to get the fluid (usually blood) out of your incision faster. Caregivers put a JP drain in your wound when they expect a larger amount of drainage. A JP drain helps your incision heal faster. It may also help prevent you from getting a bad infection. Also, you can look at it this way: WOULD YOU RATHER HAVE THAT APRON BACK (THE PANNI) OR....A FEW DRAINS FOR A WEEK OR TWO??? I know it sucks...I know it's annoying, but you are doing so great that I'm sure you will have them out very very soon!!! Wishing you a restful day! Stacey

Thanks!! I know- I would rather have drains then my stomach back!!!!!!!!! Thanks for being positive and looking on the bright side- I have a hard time doing that myself. S-

Oh poor Shannon........ I feel for you doll! The icky drains are reason #2 why I'm not ready for my TT yet.  Reason #1 would be the last 20lbs. I can't get off because I can't make myself eat right.....but that's another story. You're in the home stretch......just keep thinking of shopping for new clothes.....and shoes....and purses...... Have DH distract you somehow.  I'm too much of a lady to say how on this board, but I'm sure you can think of something.  Quit laughing, I am too a lady!

LOL Brenda!! Hubby distract me? Believe me- that is the last thing on my mind right now and have a feeling I would hurt..LOL I am calling Carey first thing in am to see if any can come out..I cant wait till next saturday!!! Love S-

Detach the bulb and squirt the gunk on someone who ****** you off. It will relieve the stress. Don't forget to strip them once in a while. kp

KP- If I did that I may pass out..yuk BUT  THERE IS SOMEONE I HAVE IN MIND TO SQUIRT IT ON THOUGH..LOL.. Shannon

DID SOMEONE SAY SHOPPING??????????

Yes Shannon they are annoying.  That's one reason I'm not looking forward to my TT.  I had a drain for 21 days with my open RNY. How much are they draining a day.  I had to wait until it was less that 20 mls a day. Good luck. Jeanne

Jeanne- Some are 2.5 cc and the highest so far is 10.  I think I should be able to get at least 2 out...I idnt know they would be this big of a hassle but they are!!  I hate them so bad!!! Take care- S-