What a week! If the next 5 weeks pass as quickly as this one did, then I will be back to normal in no time!
Went to the doctor for the first week check up. They were very pleased with my progress so far. They were NOT pleased that the corpsman gave me too much Sudafed in the hospital. They also told me that they took a cyst out of my sinus cavity. Nothing serious, but I had no idea! Little blessing from having the surgery.
Made an extended public debut today - went from the doctor to lunch with the kids (Baked Potato soup at Jason's Deli - a little thick. I could only eat a little of it.) Then I watched them at Young Chef's Academy. After that, I was ready for a nap. Woke up for dinner (Twice Baked Potato - thinned out with milk - and applesauce. Totally Yummy!!). Took the dog for a little walk and now I am ready for bed again. I am not a fan of eating in public. That might be a little much. It doesn't help that I look like I have been choked - the bruises on my neck and chin are pretty nasty.
In other news, I am totally off the narcotics. They made me crazy last night - like I was paralyzed in my bed. Getting by on Sudafed and kiddie Motrin. Pain not as bad today. I did have a rubber band snap (after the doctor's appointment, of course), so I will be calling the clinic tomorrow to see what they say about it. I am feeling a little pain (but, it is time for the pain meds) and some clicking.
Challenges today -
1. Laughing HURTS!! I was trying to drink my fiber at dinner and put too much pressure in the syringe. The tube popped off, spraying the water all over the wall AND my 4 year old. His face was HILARIOUS. Don't need to laugh again anytime soon.
Good things about today -
1. It's Valentine's Day. What's not good about that??
2. I ate dinner for a long time today! (Granted, I didn't even get through 1/2 of a potato, but I ate more than I have all week!)
3. I got to take a walk. My daddy went with me and we got to have a nice, long talk. We don't get to do that enough.
Things I learned today -
1. People really do keep to themselves. Not too much staring when I was out and about.
Here's to 5 more weeks of getting better!!
Wish I had been there to see our childs face!! That would have been awesome! :-)
ReplyDeleteLuv ya!
Russ :-)
Laughing was the hardest part for me... well, NOT laughing, that is haha
ReplyDeleteThe surgeons gave me a sample of zip-n-squeeze bags which are no longer manufactured. I tried one. It seemed "okay" then out of no where the top opened and the contents flew up into the air and landed in my lap. Another time, I chose a cup that was not quite as stable as I thought and I ended up spilling my lunch all over me.... it's a little frustrating but everything is washable :-) You're doing great!
It's really tough for some after surgery to go out and feel comfortable. We worry so much about the swelling, bruising, bite splint, etc. That's partly why I was determined to go the whole 6 weeks without makeup and to not try to "hide" the whole time. I heard people say they wouldn't leave the house without covering up with a scarf and other things to hide swelling and all... it's not like this is forever :-) This is normal after surgery!
I'm so happy you're doing well! More people need to know that it does not have to be a 100% miserable experience... you CAN get through jaw surgery and recovery, even both upper and lower like us, and still feel good throughout :-) Thanks for taking the time to share your story too!