The day after surgery

Nov 06, 2009

Well I got to the hospital yest about 8:15 am and was checked in and being prepared for surgery. The staff at Northen Colorado med center in Greeley was awesome. Every single person their made me feel important and very well cared for.

I went into surgery about 10:15 and was back in recovery room by 11:15-11:30. Apon awakening they made sure I was very comfortable and told me everything I need to now for my new transition. I was taken to my recliner chair to get ready for my swallow test. After the swallow test, I came back to my recliner and got to have water, chicken broth and jello.

The only thing that hurt was the gas they put in you for surgery. My shoulders hurt badley and I was informed it would get better in 24hrs. It made it hard to take deep breaths and just was really un-comfortable. But I was told that walikng would help so I immmediatly got up  and started walking. And it did help somewhat.

Today I am up and about taking it slow but making sure I walk alot.  That is truly the key to getting better so Walk, walk walk!

I am feeling great today, taking n my fluids including protien water and jello and am very happy with my results and just the whole experience.

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