1 day post op

Incentive Spirometer.  I hated those two things.  I finally threw them in the trash after a week, but they really helped with getting nice deep breaths.  I also had a lot of pain in the beginning.  Take what they offer if you need it.  And sit up, walk, sip, and rest!

It gets better, really. But it won't get better by just waiting. Find a way to get more fluids in! If you don't drink a lot more, you will never feel better. You can do it!

I can't express enough how correct everyone above me is. Take your meds, take walks, sip water and rest. This too shall pass! A month from now you will look back and be glad you did this (at least I am ).

Ceci

It will improve! Drink plenty of water, and walk as much as possible. Good luck!

Congratulations on joining the losers bench! I just had my surgery on 10/19.....believe me it will get better before you know it.