Guest guest Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Hey guys. Just thought I'd update you on how I'm doing. I'm 4 days post-op and feeling much better now that I can move onto pureed food. My incision area is still sore for sure, but I haven't really needed the pain meds for a few days now. Mostly I've been holding off because of the whole constipation and nausea issues, and it payed off. I celebrated my first bowel movement today! Who knew I'd be so excited to well, poop. I am still, however, feeling pretty bloated and gassy under my incision area, and I know they had to fill me up with gas during the myotomy, but I was just wondering if you guys know when this feeling goes away. It's not the most comfortable feeling. I am feeling much stronger though. I actually really recommend the Rich Chocolate flavored Boost protein shake. I think I might continue drinking it even after I can eat anything I want because it's really tasty and good for me. Onto some carrot puree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Chelsea, So glad to hear you are doing great. The gassy(ness) will eventually work itself out of your body. Light movement like walking will help pass it. I would say give yourself 2 weeks to work your system out. Bowel movements may or may not take longer to work themselves out. i think that depends on the person. Keep us posted on your progress!! Cara > > Hey guys. > > Just thought I'd update you on how I'm doing. I'm 4 days post-op and feeling much better now that I can move onto pureed food. > > My incision area is still sore for sure, but I haven't really needed the pain meds for a few days now. Mostly I've been holding off because of the whole constipation and nausea issues, and it payed off. I celebrated my first bowel movement today! Who knew I'd be so excited to well, poop. > > I am still, however, feeling pretty bloated and gassy under my incision area, and I know they had to fill me up with gas during the myotomy, but I was just wondering if you guys know when this feeling goes away. It's not the most comfortable feeling. > > I am feeling much stronger though. I actually really recommend the Rich Chocolate flavored Boost protein shake. I think I might continue drinking it even after I can eat anything I want because it's really tasty and good for me. > > Onto some carrot puree! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2011 Report Share Posted June 6, 2011 Hi Chelsea I totally agree with Carla, it gradually passes out and you should feel more comfortable soon. I remember it well! Take care and I hope things continue to improve. Kay xx > > > > Hey guys. > > > > Just thought I'd update you on how I'm doing. I'm 4 days post-op and feeling much better now that I can move onto pureed food. > > > > My incision area is still sore for sure, but I haven't really needed the pain meds for a few days now. Mostly I've been holding off because of the whole constipation and nausea issues, and it payed off. I celebrated my first bowel movement today! Who knew I'd be so excited to well, poop. > > > > I am still, however, feeling pretty bloated and gassy under my incision area, and I know they had to fill me up with gas during the myotomy, but I was just wondering if you guys know when this feeling goes away. It's not the most comfortable feeling. > > > > I am feeling much stronger though. I actually really recommend the Rich Chocolate flavored Boost protein shake. I think I might continue drinking it even after I can eat anything I want because it's really tasty and good for me. > > > > Onto some carrot puree! > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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