Day 3, I can't believe how great I feel!

According to my clock, I was on the OR table 72 hours ago. Who knew that I'd be all showered, dressed in my comfy clothes and contemplating whether I really *need* to take a pain pill.

*note* After showering and dressing, I promptly forced myself back into bed where I have lots of pillows and entertainment.

I am so amazed at how good I feel.

I am having some issues with bladder spasms, and that's been a real drag, but other than that- I feel really REALLY good. I did a search through this site last night to see what the pain I'm having during urination was, and bang! There was my answer. The bladder spasm symptoms described by other sisters was exactly what was happening to me.

Also, thank goodness for this site, otherwise I'd be tempted to take all this 'feeling good' stuff and start doing too much.

I think I might hop on over to the post op board and see what little tidbits of wisdom I can learn there.

Ladies in waiting- really, if yours goes as well as mine did, you're in for a wonderful surprise. I am so pleased.

That is such great news - I am up on the 11th and getting very nervous. Hearing about your positive experience is very helpful.

Hope everything continues to go smoothly!

Kris

I'm glad you're continuing to heal well.

We'll see you over on the post-op boards! Continue to rest and recuperate. Remember, you're a now!

Yeah Gadget Geek! I started out just about as strong as you have, and at 4 weeks today, and feel just about better than new! It's hard to remember that I'm not cleared for all regular activity, but I behave and I'm still feeling fine.

Thanks for posting your success! I know it helps the other LIW's whose surgeries are coming up.

I am soooo glad to hear this!
You will be my inspiration as they wheel me in tomorrow!
Pamper the princess!!!!
Rabbit

Woohoo, you go, girl! Am glad to hear you're doing so well! I made the mistake of lifting some furniture today - the new couch (for my recovery) and loveseat came, and I carried the coffee table up from the basement - uh oh! The aliens inside did not like that much, caused even more bleeding. Thank goodness, I'm pre-op. But learned my lesson for post-op, will not be lifting anything, even my fuzzy, not-so- little bichon Pixel! I want this recovery to be a complete one!

Just keep getting more well with each passing day! Joan

I too felt great after 3 days but on day 5 I developed a bladder infection. Take my advice and drink lots of water and avoid caffeine. The pain was worse than the surgery.

I've been dealing with bladder spasms since surgery, so I know what you mean about pain. Darn near had me on the floor. I read that artificial sweetners and caffeine can exacerbate the situation, so I'm avoiding that AND drinking lots of water. The spasms are much better today.

Thanks for the heads up!

Yea!! I am so glad to hear it! I'm flipping back and forth between postings, giving back the support that people gave me, and now being on post op to support my fellow punctured princesses!!

I'm 11 days out, and each day I feel stronger! Just please DON'T OVERDO IT!! You don't want to end up in pain! I over did it this weekend, and it took me a full day of resting to get back in the game!

So congrats on your new lease on life!! Keep us posted!!

gadgetgeek,

I'm glad to hear your doing so well with your recovery.

Remember to rest and .

I hope your recovery continues to go smoothly.