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January 2014 surgeries

larabelle said:
You all sound like your coping really well. I'm even struggling to stand up cause the gas is so bad so not even like I can walk it off. Sleeping in a recliner to help me get up if I need to wee whilst husband asleep. Feeling really fed up.
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Bless you tonight I have been up and down with gas pain. I can feel it working it's way around inside and getting almighty pains almost like contractions... Fingers-crossed this is all short lived. Everyday feels a bit better in someways but worse in others... It's a time game and we will get there sweetie it's a shock our bodies and it needs time to wake up and start working again. Big hugs xx
 
Hi guys!!

Finally went down at 4.20pm but I was so out of it last night I didn't have energy to post.

Had to get up 10 million times last might to pee it was so annoying. Can feel the gas but the major pain is where my drain is :-(
 
Danielle88 said:
Hi guys!!

Finally went down at 4.20pm but I was so out of it last night I didn't have energy to post.

Had to get up 10 million times last might to pee it was so annoying. Can feel the gas but the major pain is where my drain is :-(
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But that's a bonus! Means when the drains come out you could be major pain free! Congrats! Mine's Monday. Keep us posted!
 
Danielle88 said:
Hi guys!!

Finally went down at 4.20pm but I was so out of it last night I didn't have energy to post.

Had to get up 10 million times last might to pee it was so annoying. Can feel the gas but the major pain is where my drain is :-(
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Congratulations..... Hope yr hanging in there :)..... speedy recovery xxx
 
larabelle said:
You all sound like your coping really well. I'm even struggling to stand up cause the gas is so bad so not even like I can walk it off. Sleeping in a recliner to help me get up if I need to wee whilst husband asleep. Feeling really fed up.
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Lara I'm emotional too and have bad wind pain like stabbing down my left side every time I'm up and moving or when I eat. I feel exhausted just performing minor tasks. I'm doing ok as not nauseous like many. No shoulder pain and I'm trying to keep positive as this is such a massive change which only took place a couple of days ago. We have a long road and once healed inside we can focus on our goals.
I'm only doing well with the food ( when I can be bothered to move off the sofa!) because I'm used to making homemade mush for the baby and still have a small stash to fall back on. I've not been organised though..... Sent hubby shopping yesterday for supplies but now don't have the energy to make anything. Doh!
Pj sofa days is what we all need. Small amounts of being up and about in between episodes of Housewives of Orange County, jezza and millionaire matchmaker !!!!

Just take it easy everyone xxx
 
Danielle88 said:
Hi guys!! Finally went down at 4.20pm but I was so out of it last night I didn't have energy to post. Had to get up 10 million times last might to pee it was so annoying. Can feel the gas but the major pain is where my drain is :-(
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Glad you're ok. I was the same.... Ages to come round in recovery. Apparently lots of waving my arms around at the team! Up so many times to pee but this goes in your favour as gets you recovering quicker and helps with the wind pains. Take is easy though and one day at a time xxx
 
Still on the inside folks, can't keep any morning fluid down, sooooo fed up and feeling really sorry for myself, this is so not me! Was suppose to get home today but consultant wants me another night :(
 
Matra said:
Still on the inside folks, can't keep any morning fluid down, sooooo fed up and feeling really sorry for myself, this is so not me! Was suppose to get home today but consultant wants me another night :(
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Bless ya... don't feel bad about feeling emotional....however you or anyone else view it you've had major surgery which long-term will be life changing....it must be frustrating for you....just try & keep yr pecker up...& come here if u need to vent or moan xxxx
 
hope you get to feeling better soon all recent post oppers remember to rest and not over do things
 
Good luck paulm. You'll be fine! I'm 4 days post band and although uncomfortable you soon get better and it'll be all worth it. X
 
I'm day 4 post op. I'm confused though about my incisions. I have 6x sites. All with dissolving under skin stitches with a couple or little medical strip tapes over in the opposite direction then a steri strip covering. I was told to remove on day four. I can't remember if I should remove all dressings or just the steri strip ?! Anyone know?
 

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Roccosmummy said:
I'm day 4 post op. I'm confused though about my incisions. I have 6x sites. All with dissolving under skin stitches with a couple or little medical strip tapes over in the opposite direction then a steri strip covering. I was told to remove on day four. I can't remember if I should remove all dressings or just the steri strip ?! Anyone know?
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I was told to have a shower day 5 while dressings on. Then dry off and take dressings of and replace when all dry. I have clips in and they are due to be taken out 24th jan.
 
paulm said:
Just arrived at Bromsgrove ready for banding at Dolan Park in the morning. No going back now.
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All the very best
 
Roccosmummy said:
Wow that's quite a bit more than me. Mind you I think mine is to increase a little very slowly. I'll reread my info!!!
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I cannot manage that amount at all it's just what my sheet says. I'm probably managing 3/4 teaspoons . Had a awful time with meds at same time at meals in hospital as I had to have 20 ml paracetamol suspension and 20 ml ibuprofen suspension which left me stuffed and feeling quite sick... never mind the food. Home now and staggering them. I think your right probably build up to that amount. My hubby made my tea tonight and what he put on my plate fed me and made 2 more meals lols. Take care -Jude x
 
Badgerpink said:
I cannot manage that amount at all it's just what my sheet says. I'm probably managing 3/4 teaspoons . Had a awful time with meds at same time at meals in hospital as I had to have 20 ml paracetamol suspension and 20 ml ibuprofen suspension which left me stuffed and feeling quite sick... never mind the food. Home now and staggering them. I think your right probably build up to that amount. My hubby made my tea tonight and what he put on my plate fed me and made 2 more meals lols. Take care -Jude x
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I was just the same with the meds. Such a large volume to consume along with nosh too. It was never ending!
Relieved not to have any more pain relief!!!!!

I love the name Jude :) Makes me wanna sing !
 
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