3 days post op and pain

[brandimichellexo 63]

A few things that are bothering me.
1. I have a hematoma next to one of my incisions. Surgeon and nurse said it’ll go away and probably drain through my incision, which sounds terrifying. 😱😱😱😱
2. My blood thinner shots make me feel lightheaded and they hurt sometimes.
3. I have a pulling pain when I get up and walk and it makes me lean forward. Pain level is about a 2 or 3.
4. No wheezing, or coughing but I have to take deep breaths every little bit (thinking it’s anxiety)
5. I feel really weak and dizzy and tired.
6. Apparently I look rough too, according to my boyfriend.

Anyone have things like this?

[catwoman7 11,272]

I didn't have a hemotoma and I don't think I had that reaction to the blood thinner, but I guess that makes sense. Both of those are temporary (well, so are all of those things you mentioned...). I had the pulling pain - that only lasts a few days. Tiredness and weakness can go on for awhile - a month or two.

[GreenTealael 25,545]

Numbers 1-5 are within normal range of expected early post op conditions

Number 6 needs to be addressed immediately. You need more positive reinforcement now more than ever.

Perhaps you look authentic, brave and beautiful instead

Good Luck 💜

[Colorado Cowgirl 170]

You had major surgery. That is what you should tell your boyfriend.

[Jobber 321]

I agree with the others, that type of insensitivity, even if joking, should be concerning. You need both physical AND mental support right now. I felt like complete **** after surgery, I didn't need my wife telling me what I already knew and she was nothing less than helpful and supportive.

Edit: Oooooh, I didn't know you couldn't curse on here. that's funny. lets go with Poo instead of Sh*t. lol

Edited September 12, 2019 by Jobber