What can I do to help myself feel less like I'm freezing to death?

I am almost 8wks post-op RNY. My closed procedure became open when adhesions from a prior c-section necessitated an open procedure. While adhesions were dealt with, my surgeon found a couple of undiagnosed hernias he also needed to repair. A few weeks post-op I developed a wound infection, and needed to have drains placed. Drains are gone, but I'm still draining from the lower part of the incision where the drains had been. I've lost about 35lbs since surgery and 90lbs total. I'm cold all of the time. I wear undershirts, t-shirts, jackets, sweaters, etc. hoping to feel somewhat normal body temp wise while I'm up. I sleep with a heated throw at night, and hot water bottles. I do realize that I'm losing my insulation, and that my metabolism is slowing too, but this is ridiculous. My post-op excersizing is not going as I'd planned, as I'd hoped to be working out in the warm pool by now, but can't due to my still open incision.I am losing weight in such strange places such as my tush, the inside of my knees, and my lower legs. I'm having a hard time getting comfortable sitting or laying down. Sleep or lack thereof is a major issue as I'm uncomfortable, cold or both. Ideas, anyone? I'm getting desperate...

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