Hi I had my surgery done 6/18 and i have not slept since. the most i have been able to sleep is about 2 hours a night. I find it extremely hard to get comfortable. Not sure what to do but i am becoming miserable. If anyone is experiencing the same problem, or can help me please respond to this. I am truly sleepless in NJ

And sense I'm writing this at 3:54 am, obviously not sleeping to well. Having back and stomach pain, which all started when I realized I was allergic to the Lortab and had to force myself NOT to get sick. So they changed me to Darvocet (I think) which makes me dizzy and faint, so I went to plain tylenol which I don't like at all in liquid form. I spent a lot of yesterday crying, why did I do this and put this "thing" into my body? I'm so hoping this feeling is temporary. I'm hungry too! Please assure me that this gets better and that I can eat a little of what I want soon!! I feel like such a burden to my family right now, but my husband is so understanding and loving, which is great. :grouphug:

I think most of the pain everyone speaks of is the gas that they use to see inside of you. I have not had any pain from my incisions all of my pain has been in my chest from the gas. This is not your regular gas TRUST ME on this one. I am 5 days out and beginning to feel better.

NewKimberly, I think you will be ok if you do not have the gas. I wish you well and good luck. Keep us posted.

And sense I'm writing this at 3:54 am, obviously not sleeping to well. Having back and stomach pain, which all started when I realized I was allergic to the Lortab and had to force myself NOT to get sick. So they changed me to Darvocet (I think) which makes me dizzy and faint, so I went to plain tylenol which I don't like at all in liquid form. I spent a lot of yesterday crying, why did I do this and put this "thing" into my body? I'm so hoping this feeling is temporary. I'm hungry too! Please assure me that this gets better and that I can eat a little of what I want soon!! I feel like such a burden to my family right now, but my husband is so understanding and loving, which is great.

I am sure you understand the reason for my question. I am not too hungry, the Water and drinks are ok for now. I hope that you feel better soon. Keep in touch so that we know you are ok.

I have felt a lot better today, still a little sore. I was allowed to go to week 2 foods which included oatmeal and strained cream soups so I feel a little better there to. I have lost 10 pounds since last week so that's encouraging. I think I needed that "day of crying" to get all of my fears and (very slight) regret out of me! Now I really want to try and look only forward. My husband is so supportive and I feel so lucky in that regard. Thanks so much for writing back and I hope everything is well with you.:thumbup:

I have an appointment tomorrow with my PC doctor who said ambien or lunestra might be good for sleep. Or maybe a small dose of xanax or ativan on an as-needed basis for sleep and relaxation. I did (with dr permission) use one of my sister's ambien last night (finally gave in and took it at 4:00 am) and slept 'til noon, and it was the best sleep since surgery, which explains my much improved mood. I'm finally pain med free so that's good to. Like I said, gotta thank the hubby for being home so I could sleep that long with 2 kids!! Hope you're no longer sleppless in NJ and I remain rested in NY!!:thumbup: