Well, yesterday wasn't too bad of a day. I was the first one into surgery and left the hospital at about 2:00. From the time they let me, I was sucking on ice chips and then once home, I began sipping. I sipped all the way up until 8:00 pm. At 9:00 I took pain medication, thinking it would help me sleep, but not so. Sleep was sporadic at best. Now I'm up and just spent half an hour taking Vitamins. Will wait an hour and then begin sipping. My surgeon has me on Clear liquids for five days before going to heavier liquids. I have gained two pounds since yesterday, but know it's the swelling. All in all, it was not a bad experience so far. I'm going to try and go without pain meds if I can, which would help the healing I'm thinking. At this point, I'm just thankful the surgery is over and now I can start getting healthy.

Questions: Do I need to worry about exercise these first 5 days of clear liquids?

Do I need to worry about bowel movements these first 5 days of clear liquids?

You are really lucky! I am on clear liquids for 5 days and then regular liquids for 2 weeks before I can even puree anything. I'm guessing your weakness and lack of energy comes from the anesthesia they used. I'm not even allowed to put protein with water until the 5 days is up. I think you need to walk some in order to get your energy level back up. I took the pain meds until today because I really don't need them today. The only thing that hurts is the largest incision, and that's only to touch. We all are different - just find what works for you. Drink tons of water - sip, sip, sip! Good luck and don't give up. I have already begun my vitamin regimentation and I think the chewable B12s help, as well as the multivitamin. Make you're taking something. Keep us posted!

I was told not to take my vitamins until I go to see my doctor. I called to confirm. I am just feeling weakened but I do feel better having showered and walked around the house. My husband has been savior through all this.