I came home from hospital yesterday morning less than 24 hours since surgery. The remainder of the day was not good. Pain and gas. Felt like I was kicked in belly by a horse. Gas was mostly in belly and just felt like a tight balloon. I was given Rx for chewable simethecone (GasX). I finally started big rumbling farts. Used a heating pad which helped alot. I got in my Water but very little Protein. Had a great night's sleep.
This morning feeling much better with a lot less gas pain. Having broth with unflavored Protein Powder (tastes like cream of chicken soup) and very soothing. Tried Jello at the hospital and it was sickening sweet. Couldn't eat it. I prepared some protein jello day before surgery but haven't given it a try. Goal today is to get in both protein and water.
I've dropped 5 pounds since surgery 2 days ago. I haven't had any problems swallowing and been sipping like baby bird, tiny amounts. Found a baby sippy cup without the sucking valve removed helps with small sips.

23 hours ago, It's time. said:

No pain meds at home?

Yes, I had Tylenol 3 - which is nowhere near as effective as the morphine they give you in the hospital. And day 3 and 4 were awful. I only had to take the T3 for four days though -- and the most I took per day is 2 pills. I think I took two pills Saturday and Sunday, then one on Monday & Tuesday...and was off them by Wednesday.