A week and a half out and feel crappy
It's almost two weeks post op and i feel like I've been run over by a bus. I'm fighting a wound infection, I know for sure I'm not drinking enough liquids as I struggle to take in a liter a day. I have a headache, feel nauseous 70% of the time. I started the full liquid stage and on day one had diarrhea and my tummy rumbles on all day. I don't like yogurt, cottage cheese etc so, I usually have nothing to eat at snack time besides a glass of milk, so I'm not getting the little protein I should be getting at this stage. I feel sleepy all the time and sleep most of the day so, this is also slowing my fluid intake. Maybe I should tell the nurse when she comes in the morning to give me my IV antibiotics.
I was hoping to have a smooth ride after surgery but, alas, i guess I'm one of the unlucky ones. At this point I hope to stay out of hospital again as I don't want to hear from the family, "oh you shouldn't have done it" blah, blah, blah. I know it will get better over time. Just hope it's sooner than later.
What about protein drinks/shakes? I would suggest that you'll do better regarding healing if you're getting the protein you need. Creamed wheat?
Here's hoping you're feeling better ASAP.
Referral to Surgeon: February 12, 2013 Appointment with Surgeon: April 24, 2013 Endoscopy: April 30, 2013 Referral sent to Bariatric Registry: May 2, 2013 Orientation Appointment: May 27, 2013 Dr Klein Appointment: June 6, 2013 Second Upper GI Series: June 11 Dr Glazer: August 12, 2013 RN/RD/SW: August 29. 2013 Follow-up With Dr Klein: September 23, 2013 Start Opti: October 23, 2013 Surgery Date: November 14, 2013
I would bet that if you're not getting enough, they'd be fine with you using them. Better to get it than to not, y'know?
Referral to Surgeon: February 12, 2013 Appointment with Surgeon: April 24, 2013 Endoscopy: April 30, 2013 Referral sent to Bariatric Registry: May 2, 2013 Orientation Appointment: May 27, 2013 Dr Klein Appointment: June 6, 2013 Second Upper GI Series: June 11 Dr Glazer: August 12, 2013 RN/RD/SW: August 29. 2013 Follow-up With Dr Klein: September 23, 2013 Start Opti: October 23, 2013 Surgery Date: November 14, 2013