Home After 10/1 Surgery

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

I am home and resting. My doctor sent me home with heparin shots for next 10 dayside. I could have someone administer them from pharmacy, but I opted to do them myself. I am on broth and natural non acidic juices and of course Water. I am happy to report I can tolerate good plain old H20. I am not hungry and suffering from some head congestion which is causing me have a headache. I was not sent home with pain medication just children's liquid pain reliever. The pain is minimal. I am able to drink with no issues. Day 2 was hard. My BP was elevated which is not normal for me. It was my body's reaction to the pain. I am much better on day 3. I gained 7 lbs in hospital. I am not at all worried about it. I am concentrating on healing and following DR and NUT orders. I thank God for getting me here and my surgical team for their expertise and care over the last few days. I am in South America and am happy to report that my experience has been good.

[prettysleeved1 173]

Glad you're doing well. My BP was elevated in the hospital as well until they gave me that magic shot and then it came down, lol!

[sfernandez2828 69]

Glad your surgery went well and you're doing good! I too gained weight in the hospital, but it's from all the fluids they pump in you. It will be gone in no time. Wishing you the best and keep us posted on your progress!

[kbaith25 38]

You'll do great with the shots , just make sure the bubble goes last this will keep the bruising to a minimum

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

thank you! I gave myself my first shot last night. No problemo!