Saturday, February 1, 2014

Stuck In Bed

Its 2:00AM on my first night post surgery and I'm beginning to feel a little trapped.
My surgery went well and the pain is under controll. The worst part so far might have been the cotton mouth from not being able to drink anything before or after the surgery. Nausea and vomiting have occurred but only after being allowed to drink and sit up. I learned that the digestive system is the last thing to wake up.
Tomorrow I will be unhooked from a bunch of tubes and I'll be allowed to get out of bed. I can't wait!

I have already been freed from the respiratory monitor in my nose that kept beeping because the pain meds suppressed breathing by relaxing my lungs. Now I just have a pulse ox meter on my finger. It has allowed me to get some sleep.
That's enough typing on my phone for now. All is well enough.
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26 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2014 at 2:40 AM

    Glad you are reasonably well and that the surgery went well. Soon, you will be home.

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  2. CarolFebruary 1, 2014 at 4:31 AM

    Well you know what? You LOOK great! Everything is only going to get better from here. Praying that your tummy settles down soon.

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  3. KaHollyFebruary 1, 2014 at 4:58 AM

    Good to hear from you so soon after your surgery. Make sure you follow doctor's orders and get well quickly!

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  4. DJanFebruary 1, 2014 at 5:24 AM

    Posting on your phone from your hospital bed? You are really a trooper! And you do look good. I'm so glad to see how dedicated you are to your followers, of which I am proud to be one. :-)

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  5. OlgaFebruary 1, 2014 at 5:38 AM

    Oh, dear, I can see the lack of patience for being in bed in your eyes. Even so you are on with your life...posting from your phone! Let yourself heal before taking on the full swing. You will get there in no time.

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  6. Great Grandma LinFebruary 1, 2014 at 5:40 AM

    you look much better than just after your fall. Be patient-it takes time to heal...all your blog friends are rooting for you...

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  7. KathyAFebruary 1, 2014 at 7:34 AM

    Good for you, Linda! Thinking of you...

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  8. AlisonFebruary 1, 2014 at 8:05 AM

    Goodness, yes. No more typing (but thanks for updating us). Get some rest.

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  9. CeliaFebruary 1, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    Prayers and good wishes for your speedy recovery. You really do look good.

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  10. BrigFebruary 1, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    Wishing you a speedy recovery, and you look amazingly well for just having surgery.

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  11. Far Side of FiftyFebruary 1, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Rest and recover:)

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  12. RedFebruary 1, 2014 at 10:26 AM

    I hope you make a speedy recovery.

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  13. KayFebruary 1, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Oh gosh, Linda! I'm glad it was successful and you're recuperating. I can't believe you were able to type this post on your iPhone. I've never tried to do this. Be kind to yourself. I'll be looking forward to hearing that you're on your way home.

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  14. Arkansas PattiFebruary 1, 2014 at 2:49 PM

    Bless your heart. That is the most pitiful picture I have ever seen. The good news is that the surgery went well.
    Rest up lady and try not to get too excited tomorrow.
    I don't know if they still use them but ask the nurses for a glycerin pop to suck on. It really helps with the dry mouth.

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  15. Henny PennyFebruary 1, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    I am so glad the worst is over. You beat all...posting already! You know I'll be thinking about you tomorrow. Hope you feel better soon.

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  16. Sally WesselyFebruary 1, 2014 at 6:14 PM

    First of all, it is great to hear how well it all went for you. Next, I am very impressed that you could post from bed, post surgery, via the phone. You are amazing. Your recovery should be a piece of cake. How long will you be in the hospital?

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  17. outlawgardenerFebruary 1, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    I was just thinking of you and wondering how your surgery went. So glad that things are well enough for now. Sending you healing thoughts for a speedy recovery!

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  18. sonia a. mascaroFebruary 2, 2014 at 7:38 AM

    I'm so glad that the surgery went well!
    Warm and good wishes for your speedy recovery.
    Hugs.

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  19. Deb ShuckaFebruary 2, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I'm glad things turned out well. Sending prayers for a speedy recovery and as much comfort as possible in the meantime.

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  20. Linda MyersFebruary 2, 2014 at 2:13 PM

    Looking good, Linda.

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  21. Rambling WoodsFebruary 2, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    Glad you are doing well...hug

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  22. DianneFebruary 2, 2014 at 7:01 PM

    congrats on your Seahawks
    they were amazing!!
    feel better, you'll be home before you know it

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  23. DeniseinVAFebruary 3, 2014 at 1:59 AM

    Happy to hear the surgery went well Linda, wishing you a speedy recovery.

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  24. UnknownFebruary 3, 2014 at 3:34 AM

    wow this is complete air-conditioned i like distance change and assimilation for a affiliated time wow this is in ability what i abject and what i analytic for im so bound accepting
    HealthCare CPA

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  25. HattieFebruary 3, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    I'm a stranger but am concerned as so many I know have recently developed heart trouble, including me.
    Best to you and a speedy recovery.

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  26. #1NanaFebruary 4, 2014 at 12:23 AM

    Wow, you are a very dedicated blogger. Surgery is a very good excuse for skipping the blog! Get well soon!

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