4 day post surgery

[Guest guest]

Hi All,

I am Lori, 's Mom. She had her 2 jaw surgery on Tuesday and

we brought her home yesterday afternoon. The sugery went very well,

but she is having problems with her stomach burning, no matter what

she puts into it. Of course right now she isn't putting much in,

just water, apple juice, antibiotic, and her pain medication. Does

anybody have any suggestions on helping to ease that burning feeling

she's having? It's been a very difficult 4 days for her so far, and

I know that as soon as she is up to it, she will be here talking to

her " friends " in this group for support ~ you have been a lifesaver

to her as she's been preparing for this. Thanks for the help!

Lori

[Guest guest]

Totally uninformed response here, but have you tried any kind of

antacid? There are liquids, such as Maalox, Gaviscon (my favorite,

because I don't think it's so chalky) or even a mild solution of

baking soda. I don't know that these are good ideas, but a burning

tummy won't be soothed by juices and clear liquids. If she's

nauseated, you may be in a different ballpark.

It never hurts to call the surgeon, even on a weekend. If you get

another doc who's taking the calls, ask. That's why they have people

cover for them, because they know their patients may need help.

Cammie

> Hi All,

>

> I am Lori, 's Mom. She had her 2 jaw surgery on Tuesday

and

> we brought her home yesterday afternoon. The sugery went very

well,

> but she is having problems with her stomach burning, no matter what

> she puts into it. Of course right now she isn't putting much in,

> just water, apple juice, antibiotic, and her pain medication. Does

> anybody have any suggestions on helping to ease that burning

feeling

> she's having? It's been a very difficult 4 days for her so far,

and

> I know that as soon as she is up to it, she will be here talking to

> her " friends " in this group for support ~ you have been a lifesaver

> to her as she's been preparing for this. Thanks for the help!

> Lori