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Thanks Mona, I am having a lot of nasal drainage. I have allergies and the puemonia so that could be the problem too. Thank you for your kind words. Nancy

Nancy,

I'm sorry you're struggling, but it will get better.  What with the trauma of surgery, surgical swelling of your stomach, the effects of anesthesia (often makes me feel nauseated), throat irritation from being intubated, gas (they pump you full of gas during surgery, which can contribute to the burping), and pneumonia, you've got a lot going on.

Did your surgeon give you an RX for any anti-nausea meds like Phenergan?  If not, you might want to give him a call.

Just keep sipping your liquids, and hang in there.

Jean

Jean
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support. Today is getting better. i have caled my doctor and I am waiting for him to call back. Thanks again, Love Nancy

Hi Nancy,
Do you live alone? Part of what you are describing could be a fear and panic type of reaction. After major surgery it is common to feel somewhat frightened which in me becomes that sick feeling in the stomach. Pneumonia sure doesn't help. Try to relax- maybe a warm bath or relaxing tea. Also, a comedy on TV might help, or a phone call to someone calming. Talking about the feelings help too. I had RNY so I don't exactly know what the band feels like, but I'm sure it feels quite foreign and it will take time to get used to it. Keep coming back here- we'll hold your hand.
Julia

Thank You for that foresight. I do live alone but I do have people taking care of me and my son caomes to visit at night. It is in the wee hours of he night that I feel bad. I was so grateful for oFF last night. I didn't feel so alone. Thank you again. Love, Nancy

Nancy
I just read your posts and replies     I had my surgery on the 25th and this last weekend was not what I expected.    I am having a hard time breathing    and used the breathing gaget they gave me at the hospital .     I have developed a cough and a nasal drip.... I went into this with a sinis infection the stragest thing is it seems to be letting loose now.   Over the last couple of nights I would find myself trying to get comfortable and every once in while it seems I can't seem to get my lungs to fill up and stayed up watching TV until after 5 in the morning  then I could sleep.

I don't know if this helps.   But your in my prayers
Gloria

Gloria,
I had the same symtons and I found out I had puemonia. You might want to see your doctor about that. I was shocked to find out I was so sick. I have to take antibotics. You take care of yourself and thnak you for your support. Love, Nancy

I just wanted to wish you well.  I live alone with just my furbabies, and things are always scarier at night it seems.  I hope you get feeling better soon.  Good luck.

Thaks for your well wishes and I love your kitties. LoveNancy

I am sorry that you are having a rough time... Things will start to get better a little at a time.  Just make sure that you are getting in enough liquids and I promise that things will get better.