Post-surgery

It’s a little over 24 hours post-surgery. I’ve felt well enough since waking to give the nurses a hard time. Pain levels have been tolerable and mostly controlled by Tylenol with a few stronger meds on occasion. Lots of other aches since I haven’t been allowed to take ibuprofen or aspirin for over a week.

The doctor told me it all went according to plan, and I even got a bonus. They took care of my umbilical hernia. I guess they had a special – buy 2 surgeries, get 1 free.

Moving has been a bit of a challenge, trying to manage IV tubes and a catheter, but I think I’m getting it figured out. I’ve been on two walking tours of the 6th floor that have gone fairly well, but they leave me feeling tired and ready to nap.

Overall, things went and are going well. They’re talking about sending me home tomorrow.

And now, it’s time for another nap.