Day 1 post-op

I didn't get much sleep last night with all the noise and nurse checks but I feel pretty well considering I am just one day out. I don't have too much pain as long as I am still but getting up and down really hurts. I got my catheter out early this morning and things are working well. I have a morphine pump which is working well plus regular doses of Valium for the muscle tightness.

I've been up for a few slow short walks. It hurts but feels nice to move around. I certainly won't be running laps for a while!

The doctor is due soon and hopefully I can go home by lunchtime or before. I look forward to getting home and taking a nap!

I am glad you are doing well!! I highly recommend taking your pain meds on schedule for at least a few days even if you are feeling OK. It is hard to get the pain back under control once it gets out of hand.

Happy healing!!

Thanks Laura! I've been setting my alarm to be sure that I don't miss anything. Thus far I've been able to manage it except that getting up and down really hurts. Otherwise lots of fluids and protein shakes and small snacks. I feel hungry but fill up really quickly.

Also in happy news, Dr Forman was able to fix my RNY scar. The gastric surgeon didn't do a very good job with it, it was crooked and not well stitch. Dr Forman said the he had to remove it to put the belly button it. I can't wait until Monday to see what it looks like!

I slept great last night in my recliner surrounded by my cats. And now I am doing crossword puzzles and doing laps around the house. Really glad that I got the power lift recliner. It is doing wonders for getting up and down.

Me in my compression gear.

Thank you for your story. I now understand what vets have posted about wearing a t-shirt under your compression gear.

Adding t-shirts to the shopping list. Excited but.....