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By Vombatidae, in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum

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wlssuccess    46

wlssuccess
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Home today, it's been busy. No pain meds at all today, there are twinges but nothing too serious. Been dealing with drain management and Lovenox injections. Not a big deal, but a nuisance I wasn't expecting. Kids did actually did some work around the house, so that's a bonus. Finding it tough to get enough Water and Protein in, but doing my best.

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So glad to hear ur healing well. My fist week or so was kinda rough, and I only had the intestinal portion done. I element now though that the body does adapt to all the changes over time, so things do seem to kinda magically get better. Keep up the good work!

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Vombatidae    17

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Today was my first post-op weight check. I gained two pounds. I was braced for that: edema, Fluid retention, etc. but I am looking forward to making progress again.

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Postop    412

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You're absolutely right. Unfortunately, it isn't uncommon once you're out of the hospital.

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Vombatidae    17

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Swelling is down, drain has nearly stopped. Took advantage of feeling better to get a solid nap. :) Also did better with intake today.

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Vombatidae    17

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Skipped a day, because nothing new happened on Thursday. Today had a couple of milestones: the drain was removed, which was an unusual experience. Also hit 50 total pounds lost, which is 25% of my primary goal.

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Vombatidae    17

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Two mile walk today. Could not have done that three months ago.

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Vombatidae    17

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Not much changing except I am very tired of Protein shakes and the like. They were ok when I could chug them down, but sipping on them for hours is really wearing on me. Only a few more days to soft foods, so I'll deal with it. Weigh-in was 369 for a net loss of 56 lbs. It is encouraging to see that middle digit change. :)

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