One week ago, I was sweating bullets right now. I had my last drink of water at 9am, and was getting ready to take a shower with special soap, worried about not being able to wear deodorant. Priorities.
I was nauseated most of yesterday, not wanting to eat or drink anything but water. I spoke with the nurse, and she said this is pretty normal for having been through a major surgery. She prescribed anti-nausea meds, and they finally kicked in at around 7pm. I was craving mashed potatoes. The wonderful hubby whipped up a batch for me, and ohhhhhhh, so tasty! I think my electrolytes are taking a hit (which would also cause nausea)...sending the hub to the store for Gatorade and Ensure today. Nutrition is essential to healing.
The pain is subsiding everyday. I am still on pain meds, but wake up less sore every morning (when the meds have worn off). The staples come out tomorrow. YAY!!
One thing I have forgotten to mention in this whole ordeal is that I donated my tumor to research. Being in the medical research field, I feel very strongly about this. If people don't donate tissue, we can't find answers. Please consider doing the same if you find yourself in the same boat as me. It feels good.
Rhonda I agree nutrition is key to healing!
ReplyDeleteWishing you happy, healing thoughts