So yesterday I went to the doctor to get my stitches. I am happy to report that since surgery day, I have lost 20lbs crazy!!! Removing the stitches was an odd experience since I can feel them pulling out from inside of my stomach. I have been doing my best to keep my wounds cut. By the way, I have 5 cuts across my tummy ranging from 1 inch long to 1/2 inch long. Unfortunately, one of my cuts was a little infected, and they found puss. They cleaned them very well and I need to closely monitor to avoid an infection. Removing the stitches made my tummy sore, to like move around and sit up and sit down.
So, I am still on liquids. At first I was on clear liquids and then graduated to cream soups (strained that is) and this Monday I moved up to adding 2 protein shakes a day in between my meals. The protein shakes are actually yummy because it gives me something sweet. Eating is weird, in that I am afraid to eat. Afraid to eat too much, afraid to eat to little. It is weird because I don't feel hungry in the traditional way, but my body definitely lets me know. I get really shaky, light headed, and weak, so I eat something and I usually feel better immediately. I am drinking water all day long, since I cant drink a lot at one time, it is important that I take sips all day long in order to avoid dehydrating.
Making progress and feeling good!!
Love YO
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