The OCC and Dr Ariel Ortiz?

[Vetniemeer 36]

Thanks for the detailed account, Kieshart - so pleased you are doing well and look forward to reading your updates and hearing how you are doing. It is very comforting hearing these detailed accounts especially as my day grows nearer and nearer :-) happy healing!

[Kieshart 73]

WOW! Good job . But really though......back to work on Monday? Seriously????

I know, but I dont really have much of a choice.

[Kieshart 73]

A day and a half later and the only real discomfort is the gas rising up my back and under my ribs. I have been walking, but may need to do a bit more. Ihaven't drank much either because every drinks makes the gas hurt more. Wondering how I will ever get enough fluids in? I feel ok. Ready to get this drain removed in 2 days. I go in tomorrow to get the bandages changed after my shower. I've been sleeping off and on.

[HoosierGirl 780]

A day and a half later and the only real discomfort is the gas rising up my back and under my ribs. I have been walking, but may need to do a bit more. Ihaven't drank much either because every drinks makes the gas hurt more. Wondering how I will ever get enough fluids in? I feel ok. Ready to get this drain removed in 2 days. I go in tomorrow to get the bandages changed after my shower. I've been sleeping off and on.

I promise it gets better! If you just focus on sip wait a couple minutes, sip & wait, you will get your fluids in. Keep on walking. You are doing all the right things! And I will be thinking of you back at work on Monday. I did the same thing and wish I would have had another week to recoup. It wasn't ideal, but it can be done. WAY TO GO! You are going to ROCK your sleeve!

[Vetniemeer 36]

Keep up the great attitude and work, Kieshart! Have you tried Gas-x...some have reported success with it, others not. Stay strong ????