Couple of things?

[Anna-maria74]

Just a couple of niggles cysters! I am nearly 2 weeks post op and I dont feel how I thought I would feel. I was expecting to feel high because the surgery was over but I feel traumatised. I feel flat and anxious. I keep having flash backs and I feel I will never be normal again. It doesnt help that I am still awaiting pathology so maybe I should wait until then yes? All this psychology and I cant figure out what the hell is wrong with me. They gave me a horrible drug just before the anasthetic which was so horrific that I cant stop worrying about it. I am being ridiculous sorry ladies just needed to get it off my chest.

On a medical note I still cant perform without an emema (perform HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA) and this sounds really gross but my urine smells funny - it smells of hospital.

I love this forum you can say anything LMFAO

Anna x

[scoutshadow]

Feeling flat, down and anxious are all part and parcel of the aftermath of the painkillers and anesthetic.  The anxiety could also be coming from having to wait for pathology - I'm getting crabby with the kids.

My BM's smelt of hospital food (yes this is gross), for days after I came home.  ARRRGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHH!

On a lighter note, what a gorgeous day.  It is really helping to lift my spirits.

Well done on the shopping trip yesterday.  I ordered groceries via the internet.  I put on the 'freedom' bag and got dressed up for the delivery man - how sad am I?  But as I had asked him to put the shopping bags in the kitchen as I had just recently come out of hospital, I realised that I looked too well so I got my walking stick to make me look more disabled LOL!

xxxxxx

[turtledovemom]

Sorry to hear that you're feeling poorly, but I understand what its like to hit the wall after surgery. Our energy is up high prior to surgery, and then all of a sudden we feel as if someone has pulled a chair out from underneath us.  Hang in there.   If you've been taking pain meds, that will cause your bowels to be less than cooperative.  Keep pushing fluids...that should help.  Speaking of fluids, IV fluids have an effect on how urine smells.  Creepy, I know. When will you get the final pathology reports?   Keep us posted.
peace,
Anne

[LindaF]

I agree with all points here. Rob even has a big poster on his office walls that talk about the depression that usually hits about 2 weeks after surgery and to expect it. I think for me the quick path results and the complete change of scenery made a huge difference. Also, finding a great piece of art for my beach house and treating myself to three pairs of Art Deco earrings didn't hurt. Getting dressed for the delivery man is just perfect -- what's better for the ego then having a man turn his head to look at you, I ask you? Sorry to all the women's libbers out there if that comment is over the top :)

L.

[livertrans]

I passed that 2 week mark about 1 1/2 weeks ago.  I had an infection thrown in after the first week just to make matters worse.  I also thought that I would never feel good again.  About half way through the 3rd week things started to look up.  I still can't do much around the house but I feel like eating again and just made up the menu and shopping list for next week.  The turn around was so fast(looking back on it) I can't believe it.  I am going out this afternoon to a tea for a retiring co-worker and golf buddy.  I am actually going to drive myself( little thrills help).  I only have to go about 5 minutes from home but I will get to be social and visit.  I have had other surgeries , in the past, and don't remember feeling that down and depressed feeling.  I probably did but it all faded away as life went on.  I had the advantage this time of the doctor being fairly confident that my cyst was not cancer.  The path report supported that.  Hang in there.  I slept a lot to get through that period.  You will be surprised when you feel good again.

[Aquinnah]

And don't forget too you had a long lead up of high anxiety before your surgery! Lots of adrenaline around. No wonder you a low and drained, especially as you're waiting for results. It will get better - hang in there - and let others look after you. And, if you can, follow LindaF's advice - any chance of change of scenery and a spot of self indulgance?