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Post by lisa813 on Sept 6, 2014 18:25:18 GMT -5
I had my revision on 8/18.
Got my tubes out on 9/2.
The feeding tube hurt from the start and since it's out it hurts like deep inside of me. Sometimes it feels like behind it is empty, like a emptiness but filled with pain. It's really weird and it hurts.
I still can't really stand up completely straight cause if I do it hurts between my breasts and where the feeding tube was.
I was losing weight, then when the tubes came out I stayed the same a few days and today I gained a pound. I'm thinking that's cause the fluid that is still inside but not sure and getting kinda bummed today.
Yesterday I couldn't eat, today I am starving. I'm also having an issue with depression so I'm trying to figure out if it's related.
I don't know just feeling worried and down.
Lisa
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Post by bboop on Sept 6, 2014 20:01:31 GMT -5
I've never had a tube or drain, but I would call the doc and tell him. If it really hurts, go to the ER. I'm not kidding.
Why can't you eat? You must hydrate yourself, drink your protein and begin to nibble on protein based food.
I'm sorry you are depressed but I imagine it's from the harmones playing havoc on your system. There's a reason.
First and foremost call your doc...don't wait until Monday. Get this issue resolved and do it now.
Feel better, sweetie. But you can only do that if you advocate for yourself, now is the time to begin.
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Post by lisa813 on Sept 6, 2014 21:04:08 GMT -5
I'm sorry I worded it wrong.
I can eat and I've been getting 48-64oz of water a day. I've also been getting 30-40g of protein a day with the help of liquid protein. I ate yesterday one loose scrambled egg, couldn't even finish half and then didn't feel like eating the rest of the day but then today I've eaten 5 small "meals" throughout the day. Just feels
Odd that one day I'm not hungry and the next I'm starving.
I have my brace on from the hospital and I will call the doc tomorrow and ask him what he thinks. It's a very odd feeling: I don't think anything is wrong, it's just odd and hurts.
I think you're right about the hormones. Been tearful all day for no reason. I don't have any regrets or anything like that over surgery, just life in general, missing people, stuff that I'm not normally so emotional over.
Maybe a good nights sleep will help
Lisa
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Post by nursemelanie on Sept 6, 2014 22:22:24 GMT -5
I'm here to tell you that the hormonal fluctuations are no joke. I have been more irritable, sad, mad, frustrated, and exasperated in the past 9 1/2 weeks than in all my life. I look forward to reaching my weight goals not only for the achievement and new health, but so my hormones can level out! Hope your pain cks out ok.
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Post by illinids2 on Sept 7, 2014 7:00:53 GMT -5
Hon you are just a few weeks out and it is very hard to eat early on. Just focus on getting liquids, 64 oz is min goal and if you can do protein drink that is great as it counts as protein and liquid.
Remember that for protein the 30/60/90 rule. 30 g protein at 30 days out, 60 @ 60 and 90 @ 90....so you are doing fine with protein. At this stage you will have to eat small portions throughout the day. If you don't try to get a little bit in your tummy every hour or two you will feel nauseous and hungry.
BTW if you aren't taking a PPI you need to do so. Reflux is very common early on and it needs controlled or you won't feel like eating anything. ...and yes you will feel like eating more one day than the next at times...just happens so you are not unique.
Regarding depression. ..lots of trauma to your body so emotions can be frazzled. Normal to an extent. Just watch it and if you feel really desperate call your doc or go to ER.
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Post by bila on Sept 7, 2014 18:01:20 GMT -5
Hi. I was wondering if everyone that has DS surgery gets a feeding tube?
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Post by newyorkbitch on Sept 7, 2014 18:02:39 GMT -5
Absolutely not.
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Sept 7, 2014 19:10:46 GMT -5
I was a revision and I did not get one. That being said, I had told Dr. Greenbaum to only give it if absolutely necessary.
Kelly
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Post by lisa813 on Sept 8, 2014 0:56:46 GMT -5
Hi Kelly Dr. Greenbaum told me everyone gets one so I when I woke up I had one lol You know I just realized today I just had major surgery 3 weeks ago. For some reason it feels like it was forever ago but in reality it isn't and I think I am mentally rushing myself to feel better. I am used to being physical and getting things done and now I have to wait for my husband to be home to pick this up or move that and it's annoying to me. The pain I'm having is normal healing pain and I need to accept it and slow down. All in good time I will be me again. As far as mental health goes I go back and forth and again I believe it's all a matter of healing and time. My mothers a pain in the ass but she's always been one and always will lol I'll tell you one thing this surgery has made me a lot stronger to stick up for myself and I'm glad about that. I deserve peace and time to myself to heal and I'm going to take it. My hubbies been great helping and my 5 year old son is just hysterical at helping me. He's just so cute and has been very good to me. So all and all I can say I'm lucky and all my bitching and complaining has been nerves and hormones. I'm gonna figure out this new way of eating and I'm gonna do good. I'm working on getting my vitamins in but have to take it slower cause sometimes they upset my tummy. But I'm getting there. Been doing a lot of thinking, reading and planning. Today I only ate food twice cause I just wasn't hungry where yesterday I couldn't stop eating and I will get used to that too. I'm keeping up on my fluids and getting my protein. Tomorrow I may be depressed again but I'm gonna tell myself it's ok and soon I'm gonna be myself again, mentally, and be happier once I start working out again and all my aches and pains go away. So all and all I think I'm doing a lot better, mentally, physically and understanding the correct way of life for a DSer  Lisa |
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Sept 8, 2014 18:20:23 GMT -5
Hi Lisa,
He did mention I might have one but my husband and I really advocated against. It seems silly now, perhaps it would have helped me when I was struggling first out.
You're right, it seems like forever but three weeks is a really short time. Here's what my husband said when I was feeling horrible, "What's two months out of your life to be healthy, we can do this." For the record, he was against it but chose to support me (and he hasn't stopped!) keep in mind, I'm two months out and have been feeling good since about 6 1/2 weeks. You can do this.
Your son and husband sound great. Let them take care of things for awhile. I still lean on my husband for the house. But seriously, we both work full time so it's only fair (his words.)
Hang in there, you will be successful and you will feel better,
Kelly
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Post by west4thavenue on Sept 8, 2014 19:38:48 GMT -5
Hi Lisa, He did mention I might have one but my husband and I really advocated against. It seems silly now, perhaps it would have helped me when I was struggling first out. You're right, it seems like forever but three weeks is a really short time. Here's what my husband said when I was feeling horrible, "What's two months out of your life to be healthy, we can do this." For the record, he was against it but chose to support me (and he hasn't stopped!) keep in mind, I'm two months out and have been feeling good since about 6 1/2 weeks. You can do this. Your son and husband sound great. Let them take care of things for awhile. I still lean on my husband for the house. But seriously, we both work full time so it's only fair (his words.) Hang in there, you will be successful and you will feel better, Kelly It's so lovely to hear you are feeling better and that your husband is supporting you. |
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Post by west4thavenue on Sept 8, 2014 19:42:24 GMT -5
Hi Kelly Dr. Greenbaum told me everyone gets one so I when I woke up I had one lol You know I just realized today I just had major surgery 3 weeks ago. For some reason it feels like it was forever ago but in reality it isn't and I think I am mentally rushing myself to feel better. I am used to being physical and getting things done and now I have to wait for my husband to be home to pick this up or move that and it's annoying to me. The pain I'm having is normal healing pain and I need to accept it and slow down. All in good time I will be me again. As far as mental health goes I go back and forth and again I believe it's all a matter of healing and time. My mothers a pain in the ass but she's always been one and always will lol I'll tell you one thing this surgery has made me a lot stronger to stick up for myself and I'm glad about that. I deserve peace and time to myself to heal and I'm going to take it. My hubbies been great helping and my 5 year old son is just hysterical at helping me. He's just so cute and has been very good to me. So all and all I can say I'm lucky and all my bitching and complaining has been nerves and hormones. I'm gonna figure out this new way of eating and I'm gonna do good. I'm working on getting my vitamins in but have to take it slower cause sometimes they upset my tummy. But I'm getting there. Been doing a lot of thinking, reading and planning. Today I only ate food twice cause I just wasn't hungry where yesterday I couldn't stop eating and I will get used to that too. I'm keeping up on my fluids and getting my protein. Tomorrow I may be depressed again but I'm gonna tell myself it's ok and soon I'm gonna be myself again, mentally, and be happier once I start working out again and all my aches and pains go away. So all and all I think I'm doing a lot better, mentally, physically and understanding the correct way of life for a DSer Lisa Hi, Lisa,
Depression is a very common post-op complaint. Indeed, any kind of trauma, physical or mental, can trigger depression. This is not unusual at all. You've had a tough surgery! It takes time to recover physically and a lifetime to adjust. Give yourself a hug and keep going.
It helps if you keep your mind occupied. Good books and movies are great!
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