Pain returns
Unfortunately, since leaving the recovery unit where pain management was top priority, Michelle's post-operative pain is returning. Partly this is because they temporarily turned off her epidural to get her blood pressure back up (BP is now up, and the epidural is back on), partly because they are now less liberal with the supplemental pain meds, and partly (perhaps) a normal progression of events. Unfortunately, the doctors haven't been able to explain exactly what is causing the pain -- Michelle is feeling bloated, but they say it isn't gas....
Sadly, I think Michelle will have another sleepless night :-(
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We are sending healing thoughts to you! I wish for you to be able to sleep and get on your path to a full recovery. To help calm the pain, bring to mind the colors and fragrances of California poppies and lupines. They are blooming now! (I always think of the flowers on our trip to the Carrizo Plain when I have to go to the dentist!) Love, Satie
Michelle, Your body just had a huge shock and it will be painful especially if they removed an epidural. I never had that. What you are feeling is normal I am sure and will subside with each day. But it is very painful and somewhat of a shock especially if it is your first surgery. Bloating feeling is normal too. I am sorry you have to go through this. XOXO
So sorry to hear that! I hope the epidural and pain meds help you get some much needed sleep. Sending healing and restful thoughts!
Hi sweets!!!! You look great considering all the events. Keep moving and get up and do all the short walks they recommend and you feel up too. Understand that gas is coming and she is grouchy! It will take a while for your insides to wake up and come back to chugging along like normal. It like a sleeping bear that's been upset. At least this is what I found out. Fabulous website that we can all check in. I cheer you on with lupine and hugs and muffins oh... And wine too. Toast to you and Bruce. This will get better. Be patient dear friend. Xxxx Nan🌺🌺🐝🐝🦃🦃🐿🍩🍩🍑🍑🍑🐌🐌🐌