Guest guest Report post Posted January 31, 2004 Marta, you are right, they don't usually like you to get up that first day! I BEGGED to get that damn catheter out and WANTED to walk, (I had very very little pain) but Dr Z made me wait til the morning to take the cath out! No, they won't push you to walk the first day after the TT usually, but you do still get the fun foot pumps, and you gotta keep them legs a movin'!!! (I wiggled my toes, feet, ankles, anything to keep my legs from staying stiff and still!) Also, to some regarding pain meds....I have gone through HELL since my DS with esophageal spasms, and ANY pills, especially Vicodin or Tylenon " 3's set them off within 15-20 minutes, so my Doc prescribed liquid Hydrocodone (Vicodin - without aceteminophen) and it workd/works awesome! They don't carry it in the hospital but you CAN ask for it when you go home instead of Vicodin tablets. It goes down very easily, is sweet, absorbs FAST and eases pain GREAT! I am blessed to have found it, but even more blessed that since my TT and hernia repair I have not had any esophageal spasms a all (3 weeks today and not ONE, compared to 3-4 a week the last year!!!)I don't know what they did or what set them off, but since being reintubated and undergoing this surgery they have simply disappeared! I think I will give God credit for this one! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you undergoing surgeries in the next few days and weeks!!! I am finally going to get this drain out on Wednesday! THEN I will feel like a human again! Cindee > > In a message dated 1/31/2004 8:29:59 PM Pacific Standard Time, > > p_welborn13@y... writes: > > > Ann, you do know that you won't be getting up 4 hrs after surgery > > > to walk don't ya??LOL You get a day of rest. > > > > They will *let* me get up, though, if I want to, right? I hope > so. Hugs and > > blessings, Ann > > I think you must lie flat for one day, actually, now that I think of > it. > > Marta Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted January 31, 2004 > In a message dated 1/31/2004 8:29:59 PM Pacific Standard Time, > p_welborn13@y... writes: > > Ann, you do know that you won't be getting up 4 hrs after surgery > > to walk don't ya??LOL You get a day of rest. > > They will *let* me get up, though, if I want to, right? I hope so. Hugs and > blessings, Ann > ~~~~~~~~~~```` probley if you are up to it.. pat > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 1, 2004 > > They will *let* me get up, though, if I want to, right? I hope > so. Hugs and blessings, Ann > > I think you must lie flat for one day, actually, now that I think of it. > > Marta Well, take it from someone who got up and walked 45 min after she got out of recovery from the DS... You wont want to walk right after the TT/hernia repair. Even if they let you , which they wont... Sharon in Onyx who even a day later could only make it to the door before feeling faint.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 1, 2004 > > They will *let* me get up, though, if I want to, right? I hope > so. Hugs and blessings, Ann > > I think you must lie flat for one day, actually, now that I think of it. > > Marta Well, take it from someone who got up and walked 45 min after she got out of recovery from the DS... You wont want to walk right after the TT/hernia repair. Even if they let you , which they wont... Sharon in Onyx who even a day later could only make it to the door before feeling faint.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 3, 2004 and Pat, I'm going to confess here and since its hidden at the end of this note, maybe Mama Jo won't see it (tee hee) ... I have been eating too many carbs this week... ====================== Yeah right put my name in the post and I'll just skim over it!! lol Eating carbs and depression go hand in hand with each other. When we eat carbs there is a release of Seretonin (spell) This makes you " feel " better for a short time...but just like a drug addict it makes you CRAVE it because your body wants that INSTANT LIFT again and again and again. If your getting your proteins in then go ahead and ADD carbs into your diet...lol...not so fast wipe that smile off your face...Add COMPLEX carbs...high fiber carbs....beans, veggies, whole grain breads, oatmeal.......If its " white " stay away from it. Sometime understanding WHY your craving something helps you get it under control. Now for the depression...don't eat " white " carbs and get your butt into exercise mode...the exercise helps...helps the depression and helps the weightloss...and builds muscle so your burning more calories as you sit and read post!!! Hugs Jo If the depression is severe...get thy rear to the doctor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 3, 2004 > MJ: > > Duly noted - I'm going to go ride my exercise bike right now and I bought myself some low carb bread (wheat) I give you my word Mama - no more white bread for me. ===================== Patting Kim On the back...I love it when my kids are trying!!! Jo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 10, 2004 Nope, didn't get an email, but then again, my computer has been doing stupid things too. I am planning on leaving today around 4 so I'm not late again. See you tonight! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 10, 2004 Nope, didn't get an email, but then again, my computer has been doing stupid things too. I am planning on leaving today around 4 so I'm not late again. See you tonight! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 4, 2004 In a message dated 3/4/2004 1:09:16 PM Pacific Standard Time, p_welborn13@... writes: > Ann, > Glad to see you post,and you are feeling better.It does get > better,but I am still not ready to talk about it.One day I will > write you about mine.Marta has some pictures of mine that one day > she will put in the surgery folder.The good,bad,and the ugly. > Baby steps is what it is all about. > God bless, > Pat Thanks, Pat, I do remember meeting you in Dr. K's office when you were going through the throes of your after effects of the tt/hr, and your saying how difficult it was. I am sorry for how hard it was on you and I can say, with all my heart, how I commiserate with you. Hugs and blessings, Ann Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 6, 2004 Let's pray the batwings are not as difficult. Betsy Betsy, you gave me a visual: someone with their arms in sucktion devices... Talk about restraints! lol Marta Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 6, 2004 Let's pray the batwings are not as difficult. Betsy Betsy, you gave me a visual: someone with their arms in sucktion devices... Talk about restraints! lol Marta Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 21, 2004 Tx is same ole, same ole. Fatigue, headaches, more hair in the shower every day. But tomorrow is #25, past half-way! You can't let Tim stress you out when he comes home. Remember eliminating stress is our new way of life, not just while on tx. De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2004 10:04 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: De Oh Yes Tim is still in and he had been workin everyday outdoors(trusty) sure beats inside all day..He has 19 days to go, he called me earlier(collect,of course)and he's countin down the days..He better be good..because now he has no probation..got a clean slate..His drinkin is what worries me..But Oh well..Ive got me and Ali to worry about..Dumb ass men!!! That will give cal 5 months to see if the old town boys are worth it or go see the world..The academy just might give him the push he needs to become a wonderful man and a better son to you..How is tx going..?.Hang in there sweety...Pat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted August 10, 2004 So how is Tim sounding? Like he learned anything? I pray for that. De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Tuesday, August 10, 2004 11:11 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: Liz..Zombiville I Hear Ya Liz, I got 4 hrs sleep on sunday night, took friend to the airport monday at 6am and have been up ever since..Tim is home and we have been catching up..checkin mail and going to bed real soon...I feel like a zombie...Hugs, Pat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 9, 2004 Yes... indeed! Nobody offered it to me.... I guess I could have asked... but I felt I was well prepared for what I had to face now. Yeah, whom was I kidding! Cordula Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 9, 2004 Hi,I am seeing painting and fixing up the house in my future also.I think the Riba is started to affect me.I have also lost that chronicaly ill feeling I have felt for so many years.I haven't worked since Nov 2000.I haven't really cared or felt well enough.I see major life changes in my future. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 13, 2004 ((((((((((((((((((Pat))))))))))))))))))))))) De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Monday, September 13, 2004 10:07 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: help/ lakebud88 ((((((((((DE))))))))))) 16 to go woman..the downside of tx and your doing fantastic Deb??How are you today sweety, hope your feeling a little better..but dont kick the dog..HaHa.. Our Florida members, our prayers are with you. Yesterday was macs bday and I broke my coffee pot that darlene gave me and when I got to the cemetery to take him flowers, all his flowers were gone, that has never happened, everyone else were there...The Twilight Zone....So I took a rollaid and "Forgot About it"...Ha! Hope all the grand Parents had a nice grand parents Day. Hugs, PataRooski Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 15, 2004 Send it to my personal email, please Gail. De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Gail Deveaux [mailto:gaila@...] Sent: Tuesday, September 14, 2004 11:19 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: PatI sent the pictures to you at your personal email addy.Scroll past mysignature and double click on Montana 120 and 121 and you will see the babyand mother.I can't seem to get them to group and I can't even get them toDebs personal email addy.It came back.Gail Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 18, 2004 Sandy, I think it was come one else, but I put my two cents worth in... Kathy B..endstork56 <endstork56@...> wrote: Hi Patthanks for the reply - my heads feeling alot better now - i discovered that if i stopped poking it and rubbing it the pain went away - theres a surprise.btw - was it you that orginated the "arse" thing did i mix you up with Kathy ? - id like to say its the medication thats making me dozy, but ive always been a dozy git !!OK youve lost me on Fupas - but im very intrigued !!!take care sandyKathy Brunow Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 21, 2004 Cale was only home for that first weekend of Sept. Mom took him back that Monday in the rain from Frances. He gets another leave Oct 8. He got disciplinary platoon for that fight he got in while he was on the phone with me. Beth is busy with school, friends and trying to find a job. She was all ready to sign up for swim team and changed her mind. Too bad because she really needs some exercise. Glad Tim is getting out of your hair. Has he been behaving or a pain in the ass? Call from the GI yesterday, my thyroid is out of whack. Top of range is 5.5 & mine is 37. Hope that's a mistake. I'll know more after today's visit to primary. I'm tired of complications! De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 10:31 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: Re: FAIR's September Newsletter-Sorry about that But of course..remember you and I are Geno Twins!!! BTW, Hows Cale..did he go back already? And I bet Beth is busy with school like Alison is...Tim is leaving for Austin to work on Wed. WooHoo..I need some space, on my rollercoaster ride here lately..LOL Hugs, PAT Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 1, 2004 That little shit! Bye, bye, Timmy Boy! De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Friday, October 01, 2004 8:44 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: Happy Friday See...13 isnt always a Bad number...Yeah De!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))...PataRooski....BTW I think my knot is untangling....Tim has been outta here for 10 days and I love having my house back...He isnt coming back...he took and pawned my 22 and my shot gun..but I'll get the pawn tickets back from the dirty dog....Ive got a damn good reason now for kicking him out!!!!! I will get my brother to help me pack his shit after we finish at dads today...and my computer will go in there and Im changing the locks soon too...I'll show that lil shit whos the Boss!!!! HeeHee... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 1, 2004 Dang Girl Friend.. He grow up some day KB Motley <dmotley@...> wrote: That little shit! Bye, bye, Timmy Boy! De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Friday, October 01, 2004 8:44 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: Happy Friday See...13 isnt always a Bad number...Yeah De!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))...PataRooski....BTW I think my knot is untangling....Tim has been outta here for 10 days and I love having my house back...He isnt coming back...he took and pawned my 22 and my shot gun..but I'll get the pawn tickets back from the dirty dog....Ive got a damn good reason now for kicking him out!!!!! I will get my brother to help me pack his shit after we finish at dads today...and my computer will go in there and Im changing the locks soon too...I'll show that lil shit whos the Boss!!!! HeeHee... Kathy Brunow Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 9, 2004 I thought Tim went to Calif or something when he pawned your guns. Am I remembering wrong (quite likely) or did he come back? De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Saturday, October 09, 2004 1:19 AMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: Heyyyyyy WWD with a SHOTGUN!!!! YICKS! Darn Good Idea De..but I figure the more he works the faster he is outta site outta mind..He's gettin the guns back next week..he pawned them.....and I will not forgive him this time..not for awhile anyway ...His shit list just gets longer with me...errrrrrrrr Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 9, 2004 Beth went to Universal Studios with her church. They'll be back Monday evening. Headed to Mom's for a family birthday get together. I'm tired already & haven't even gotten there yet! De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Saturday, October 09, 2004 12:25 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: WWD What took Beth to Orlando by the way? ali is at the stadium today with the band for contest...they play at 2 o clock so I might run up there and watch for awhile later on..Huggaroos, Pat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 9, 2004 Beth went to Universal Studios with her church. They'll be back Monday evening. Headed to Mom's for a family birthday get together. I'm tired already & haven't even gotten there yet! De Faith is the ability to not panic. -----Original Message-----From: Pat McBride [mailto:pmcbride1@...] Sent: Saturday, October 09, 2004 12:25 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: Re: WWD What took Beth to Orlando by the way? ali is at the stadium today with the band for contest...they play at 2 o clock so I might run up there and watch for awhile later on..Huggaroos, Pat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 9, 2005 Yeah Pat a lunch date - You go girl !!!!!!!!!!! Share let me know what happens. Honey you are making me go blind with the yellow text on white background and I need to highlight it black to read it. Love Ya. Deb Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
