Recent content by Scrapwithash

Hi all!!! I am 5 days post op and I know I am suffering from a reaction to the tape around my incisions. My problem is that I have a rash over most of the rest of my abdomen. Is this normal? It is bad enough that the incisions itch but my whole stomach?

Hi all!!! I am 5 days post op and need a little support!! I am struggling to get in my protein and liquid but AM getting it. My biggest struggle is weakness and lightheaded-ness. I have a burst of energy mid morning and then I almost feel faint. I get sweaty and blah. Now today I had...

I am also struggling with this issue. I am barely getting my water and protein in but I am. Right now I am suffering from lightheadness and lack of energy. I am 5 days post op. Is this normal?

Not sure why I had such a hard time getting it in yesterday. Today Iam more focused on it but it seems never ending!!! I am uncomfortable but not in pain. So telling when I am full is hard to distinguish for me right now. I am sure that If I was really full - my body would tell me!! :) My...

Thanks for the support while I was having surgery!!! I went in Tuesday morning and was home Wed afternoon! I had a little mishap of bleeding after they took out the drainage tube (so if that happens to you - I guess it is normal). I have been up and walking around. I am having a hard time...

thanks for all the encouragement and tips! I am now waiting to call and get my time for tomorrow! I have been told getting up and moving is the key to successful recovery! That is my plan!!! I think the most encouraging thing I have had said to me came this morning from my 12 year old... I...

Thanks! I am one of the lucky ones who doesn't need the liquid diet before surgery. I am excited to just get it over with and start my new journey. This week seems to be crawling one day and flying the next!!! I am looking forward to sharing news and tips, etc with everyone here! thanks for...

I have been lurking on here for a few weeks now - checking things out and reading posts! I finally got my date - one week from today (oct 2nd). I am so excited but still a little nervous. I am glad it is so soon so I don't have to fret over things. Seems like it has taken forever to get to...