I made it and im home!
Well?
I actually went through with it,, had my doubts at the 11th hour. I think the worst was not being able to eat the day before.. I was so weak and hungry when I checked myself into the hospital.
Went relatively quick- dont remember much of Monday- I was sleeping most of the time.
All my labs came back normal yesterday- so they let me go home. That was fun... 1.5 hours in traffic in a bumpy suv-- My belly didnt like that.
I am in some considerable pain- but the liq Vicodin helps. I guess I need to start on getting that protein in me.
I dont feel that weak yet- energy seems to be somewhat less- but still pretty good.
The gas bloating is NOT fun.. when does that all go away??? Ive been walking and walking and walking some more.
I am dealing with the "what have I done" aspect to some degree. I hope that passes.
Thanks for listening.
Sal
Sal,
Welcome home and to the losing side. The gas does suck BIG TIME. I hated that. It took me about five days to get rid of it. Since mine was an open surgery they put in a tube which I learned (into the 4th day) I could open to drain excess fluid and gas from my old stomach. When I opened it for the first time it exploded out with lots of force but I got instant relief from the pressure. The nurse was supposed to have told me about the release but failed to (ahhhh thanks!!!). The pain subsides in a few days. Keep up the walking that is so important. I'm glad you're back!
Chip
WELCOME HOME!!! 
Hang in there and Keep up updated on your progress.
Kay 
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