Stephanie 49 Posted November 9, 2012 Is it normal to have shortness of breath a week after surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lebim 381 Posted November 9, 2012 No, call your surgeon - Kaylee Ann ~ Surgiversary: 6/11/12 1 babygirl901 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicki Loichinger 444 Posted November 9, 2012 no call now or go to the er Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanie 49 Posted November 9, 2012 I did. She is calling me back after she talks to two others. It happens when I am walking around doing little things and getting ready. Also walk up my steps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kisersassy 369 Posted November 9, 2012 not normal at all Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanie 49 Posted November 9, 2012 The nurse told me to come down to the we and get blood work and a chest x-ray done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicki Loichinger 444 Posted November 9, 2012 The nurse told me to come down to the we and get blood work and a chest x-ray done. glad you called, let us know when you can Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBdoodle 483 Posted November 9, 2012 Not normal.... I'm glad you contacted your doctor... please keep up posted. Some shortness of breath on excertion is normal for anyone but if you are getting it without excertion, you doctor needs to know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiwiladydee 402 Posted November 9, 2012 Keep us updated!! Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juditha 48 Posted November 9, 2012 Hope things are ok - it was very good that u called!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worm2872 635 Posted November 9, 2012 Steph, you ok? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanie 49 Posted November 10, 2012 Well I got back from the hospital it was just because my lungs were not opening fully. Gotta use this breathing thing to work on it. Now I just got another call saying they want me to come down over night because my electrolytes are low. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiwiladydee 402 Posted November 10, 2012 The breathing machine really helps!!! I'm sure a few iv's of Fluid will make you feel better. Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephanie 49 Posted November 10, 2012 Yeah when I first got it they said to use it before meals and before bed. I just take deep breaths and try to reach a number. Now they want me to do this thing every 5-10 mins. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicki Loichinger 444 Posted November 10, 2012 Hoping they get you fixed up. Some of the lobes of your lungs aren't fully opening and getting air in. So doing the breathing exercises with that thing will help open them up. I have asthma and have been practicing with that pre op to keep my lungs open. I am just so glad you went to the Doc. I was so worried for you. If they give you some IV fluids that will really help you feel better. Gentle Hugs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
