Post op Question

Alright all you seasoned post ops. I am what 4 days out from surgery and have been doing great but today I have this foggy feeling about me. IT's almost like I have this lightheaded dizzy feeling. Not really naseous. I have not thrown anything up or dumped anything. Am I not eating enough, too much, is it still after effects of anesthesia??? Thank!!! Janet

Janet, Hi there and how are you? Do me a big favor. GET IN YOUR and ok? Drink plenty of liquids and take your pain meds and just rest. It is too soon for you to really do anything but take care of yourself. If you feel a bit dizzy it could be the anesthesia or sometimes the pain medicines. Call you DR if you still feel that way ok and TAKE CARE...;LOVE: ;LOVE: Lorraine

Lorraine- Thank you thank you thank you!!!!! I grabbed some water and took a nap and felt MUCH better!!!!!!!! You're the best!!! Janet

Janet, I agree w/ Lorraine.....rest, meds. It could be a bit of dehydration, so I'll tell you what Lorraine told me 6 weeks ago......make some decaf or herbal tea, a bit of splenda...and enjoy.......soon enough you'll be dealing with the "am I supposed to eat this" question. Right now, it's just about the fluids. And, Welcome to the losing side!! Claudia 290/243/??

Claudia, I am so glad you remembered what I had told you. It really works. I find days where I just can't digest and my tea works wonders. I never enjoyed teas, all kinds until now. Take care. Next trip to Hopewell I will let you know and maybe I will stop by and say ... Lorraine

I still love my tea! You'd better stop by.....can't wait to meet you! We'll have a cup of tea! Claudia

Claudia- Thank you so much hon!!! I had some peppermint herbal tea last night and this morning and it tasted soooo good going down. Very soothing!!! And a great way to get my fluids!!!! Have you or anyone had chamomile tea? I have never had it before, just wondering what it tasted like. Janet

Yeah, the anesthesia can take its toll. Or it could be your pain pills. Hope you feel better! Mel

Thank you Mel. After some much needed rest and fluids I am feeling MUCh better today!!!!! Janet

Hi Janet, I also had Dr Boss and have to say he is wonderful.He did a great job and I don't even feel like I had major surgery 9 weeks ago. You will feel better soon but I agree with the others that its not enough fluid. Take care and enjoy your new life. Tons of hugs....Kathy