Bowel Obstruction Update
Went back to the OB on Wednesday and I had lost 4 more pounds, so I'm + 4 for the pregnancy. I discussed with him what the perinatologist told us, which was I needed to get the obstruction fixed now and not wait until I delivered and that he would not prescribe pain pills. The OB showed me the letter that the perinatologist sent and it said the complete opposite! I was so upset! The letter said if the obstruction got worse, then I needed to have surgery to fix it and to continue conservative methods if they are working. This is what I told the perinatologist my surgeon said and he disagreed. I told the OB my husband was there when he told us to have it fixed, and the OB stated maybe after reviewing my case he decided to change his position.
They all want me to figure out how to eat more, but no one has a clear cut method on how to do this. I talked to the dietition at the bariatric office and she said at this point, whatever I can get in to eat. I told her this has been my method since I left the hosptial. I figured out this week that I can eat quesadillas. I can eat baked cheese, but not raw cheese, raw mil**** cream, or yogurt. So, I'm going to start making them for lunch and dinner.
I'm officially off work for the duration of this pregnancy. This was not discussed with me, but I found out when my supervisor called to confirm the receipt of my STD approval until after delivery. I called the OB back and he said yes he did remove me from work because of my use of pain meds. I have to sit up to work at my work computer, but it causes me pain to sit up for long periods of time. The OB is trying to reduce the withdrawal effects on my baby and does not want me to take pain meds unless I'm eating or in severe pain. If the pain can be prevented, then all the better. I understand his decision, but I've been down ever since. I feel like such a burden to my husband and my employer. I can't eat, can't drive, and now can't work. I lay in bed and watch TV all day, and try to eat as much as possible. I cried all day yesterday because I'm not used to being so dependent on other people and being alone all day with nothing to do. I'm also afraid of the effects of the pain meds on my baby. I know I need them to eat, but I don't want her to struggle due to my issues. I felt like this was all my fault because I had GB.
Only 8 more weeks to go until she's here. I will do whatever it takes to get her as healthy as possible. This is the last time I will complain about staying home and not being able to go out. I just had to get that out of my system.
Thanks for listening!
They all want me to figure out how to eat more, but no one has a clear cut method on how to do this. I talked to the dietition at the bariatric office and she said at this point, whatever I can get in to eat. I told her this has been my method since I left the hosptial. I figured out this week that I can eat quesadillas. I can eat baked cheese, but not raw cheese, raw mil**** cream, or yogurt. So, I'm going to start making them for lunch and dinner.
I'm officially off work for the duration of this pregnancy. This was not discussed with me, but I found out when my supervisor called to confirm the receipt of my STD approval until after delivery. I called the OB back and he said yes he did remove me from work because of my use of pain meds. I have to sit up to work at my work computer, but it causes me pain to sit up for long periods of time. The OB is trying to reduce the withdrawal effects on my baby and does not want me to take pain meds unless I'm eating or in severe pain. If the pain can be prevented, then all the better. I understand his decision, but I've been down ever since. I feel like such a burden to my husband and my employer. I can't eat, can't drive, and now can't work. I lay in bed and watch TV all day, and try to eat as much as possible. I cried all day yesterday because I'm not used to being so dependent on other people and being alone all day with nothing to do. I'm also afraid of the effects of the pain meds on my baby. I know I need them to eat, but I don't want her to struggle due to my issues. I felt like this was all my fault because I had GB.
Only 8 more weeks to go until she's here. I will do whatever it takes to get her as healthy as possible. This is the last time I will complain about staying home and not being able to go out. I just had to get that out of my system.
Thanks for listening!
I'm so sorry you're having such a rough time! I understand the concern about pain meds but as with any other meds if the benefit outweighs the risk and your Dr. Knows what they're doing you and baby should be fine!
I've had many LONG discussions with my ob, fetal specialist, primary, and pain Dr. Because I'm on pain meds and will be for the remainder of pregnancy and after! If you don't have to be on them that's good but not taking them could be more harmful than helpful!
You're doing what's best for you and baby and you're working hard to make sure baby stays healthy!
Hoping your situation gets better and you're able to find some relief and relax some!
I've had many LONG discussions with my ob, fetal specialist, primary, and pain Dr. Because I'm on pain meds and will be for the remainder of pregnancy and after! If you don't have to be on them that's good but not taking them could be more harmful than helpful!
You're doing what's best for you and baby and you're working hard to make sure baby stays healthy!
Hoping your situation gets better and you're able to find some relief and relax some!
"Be present for your journey, get to know who you really are and then be your authentic self with NO apologies"
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You can follow my journey at mandaschange.blogspot.com
Hang in there and DO NOT feel bad for complaining or feeling sad and frustrated and anything else you feel. You need to get those feelings out!! Keeping them inside will only make them worse and add stress to your body!
I'm really glad you found some things you can eat!
I'm going to pray for the bowel obstruction not to worsen!! Only 8 more weeks to go!! This is NOT your fault! There was a woman in hospital last time I was there on absolute bed rest (couldn't even get up to go potty, had to use a bed pan) she was 28 weeks... had been there already for 3 weeks and was to stay there until she went into labor. The doctor told her every day is a 'Win', it's the same for you... every day is a win!!!
Try to stay positive and complain when you need to!! You have every right!!
God bless you and that little one!!
Linda
I'm really glad you found some things you can eat!
I'm going to pray for the bowel obstruction not to worsen!! Only 8 more weeks to go!! This is NOT your fault! There was a woman in hospital last time I was there on absolute bed rest (couldn't even get up to go potty, had to use a bed pan) she was 28 weeks... had been there already for 3 weeks and was to stay there until she went into labor. The doctor told her every day is a 'Win', it's the same for you... every day is a win!!!
Try to stay positive and complain when you need to!! You have every right!!
God bless you and that little one!!
Linda
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