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Old 05-17-2018, 02:01 PM
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Surgery done

I returned from surgery around noon. I had to stay in the recovery room for over an hour because my blood pressure and oxygen levels were too low. But once I returned to my section, it wasn't too long after that I got to go home.

I was in quite a bit of pain and while in the recovery room, received an injection of Fentanyl. I've never had that drug for pain, though I have had morphine. I googled it a while ago and learned it is 50-100 times stronger than morphine or heroin. It takes about 5 minutes to become effective and the pain relief usually doesn't exceed 2 hours. Doesn't seem a very practical drug for managing pain. So, I learned something about Fentanyl today. When I got back to my room, they gave me a Percocet.

My doctor said surgery went well, at least that's what he told my husband. I have to have my bandages changed next week, so hopefully I can get more information. I'm still quite fuzzy headed, so hoping this makes sense.

I've been keeping my foot up and have instructions to walk only to the bathroom and to the kitchen and to try to do so as little as possible. I have a walking boot, which thankfully isn't as ugly as I feared. I have to sleep with the boot on for a week or two.

I's SO GLAD this is over . Thanks Everyone for asking and caring. It means the world to me. I don't feel as scared and alone with my SR family.
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So happy for you it went well and you’re home safe and sound. Take it easy Rar xx ❤️👣
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Very pleased to hear that the surgery went well, Rar!
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Old 05-17-2018, 02:08 PM
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I'm glad you got through the surgery and that things went well.

Hopefully your pain is manageable and your foot heals quickly.
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Oh that's great what a relief!
Onward with your recovery my dear!
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So happy to hear Rar!

Here's to a quick recovery. A quick sober recovery that is.
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Old 05-17-2018, 02:36 PM
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Soooo so very happy everything went well, Rar!!

I hope your foot heals in no time.
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Good to hear, Rar! Hope you recover quickly.
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Old 05-17-2018, 02:41 PM
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I'm very relieved to hear you got it over with, Rar!
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Old 05-17-2018, 02:55 PM
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Hope the healing goes smoothly!
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:08 PM
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Glad to hear.

I'm facing surgery on my big toe joint at some point, so it's good that you're up and walking, albeit only in small amounts, nearly immediately.

I loathe narcotics, I'd be trying to get off them ASAP. Fortunately one drug that I didn't like.

Hope it continues to go quickly and smoothly.
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by MindfulMan View Post
Glad to hear.

I'm facing surgery on my big toe joint at some point, so it's good that you're up and walking, albeit only in small amounts, nearly immediately.

I loathe narcotics, I'd be trying to get off them ASAP. Fortunately one drug that I didn't like.

Hope it continues to go quickly and smoothly.
That sounds EXACTLY what I had done today. My other foot is for a large bunion and the recovery will be longer and the recovery pain more intense. Also, the other surgery will be non-weight bearing for a couple of weeks. With this surgery, I walked out of the hospital.


Keep me posted on your surgery - I'll be a pro by then. .
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So glad your surgery went well, Rar. Best wishes for a speedy recuperation!
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:33 PM
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Rest well, Rar!
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:35 PM
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......have instructions to walk only to the bathroom and to the kitchen for ice cream...
that reads better.
good to read all went well.
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:41 PM
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For sure TomSteve. Have zero urge to drink. The meds have doped me up, so I don't even have anxiety. In a way, this sort of concerns me as I know the lack of anxiety is a result of the meds. I have to get off of them as soon as I can.
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Old 05-17-2018, 03:58 PM
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Ice cream can heal almost everything! Glad things went so well for you.
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Old 05-17-2018, 04:05 PM
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I'm glad you're doing so well! Thanks for letting us know.
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Old 05-17-2018, 04:25 PM
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Excellent news Rar. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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