hikergirl14 80 Posted April 28, 2015 Well, I had my surgery on 4/21/2015. The DS went well, but once I received a lovenox shot my clotting factor vanished. Turns out I have Von Millebrand Disease which is a type of hemophilia. Never knew I had it even though it is hereditary. I ended up being in the hospital for a week, and lost only .5 lbs due to the massive amounts of fluids administered. After all was said and done I received 6 units of blood, 4 units of plasma, and DDAVP. During this whole time I questioned my decision to even have surgery. Now that I am home I can look at it with a clearer head, and I know that the my health is worth all of the issues I encountered. Plus it was a blessing because it uncovered an issue I didn't know I had. Don't let the issues of the moment override your mission. If anything I made me a stronger person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShellMilliner 233 Posted April 28, 2015 Wow, how frightening to find that out, but I agree also a blessing to have it diagnosed so you are aware in the future. Just for your sanity I didn't drop a single pound in the hospital because of all the fluids being pushed, saline and banana bags galore (I went in on a Wed morning and out late Saturday afternoon). It wasn't until I was home and moving about that the excess Water filtered out and the weight loss started. I love your positive attitude and so glad everything worked out okay for you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miss Mac 6,262 Posted April 28, 2015 I am so glad to hear that you are recovering much better, now. I gained 12 pounds in the hospital, and by the time I lost it, I hit the third week stall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hikergirl14 80 Posted April 28, 2015 @@Miss Mac I am sure that it was disheartening, but you seem to have made great progress since then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miss Mac 6,262 Posted April 29, 2015 Well, I did have my "What have I done?" moment over it. Everything is fine, now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Postop 411 Posted April 29, 2015 I had buyer's remorse several times over the first year or so. You really did have a time of it. Good on you for your positive attitude. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hikergirl14 80 Posted April 29, 2015 i can't wait to get this JP drain out tomorrow because it is killing my left side... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites