Sorry, I didn't post last night-tired, I guess.
Nancy had a pretty rough time with the pain yesterday afternoon and evening. The transition from the epidural to the oral oxycodone was more difficult than we expected. Nancy was pretty much confined to her bed for the rest of the afternoon.
Dr. Billingsley came in the late afternoon and decided that he was going to add Toradol to help manage the pain.
We were able to get a short walk in before I left for the evening.
This morning Nancy looked great! Evidently the Toradol did the trick. She ate her breakfast and some of mine as well. She took a shower and is wearing her own garments rather than the hospital issue gowns. The shower took much of her energy; she was shaking like a leaf from weakness after getting dressed.
Dr. Billingsley came in this morning and said that she should be going home tomorrow if things go ok today.
-Franz
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Sounds like the old "two steps forward, one step back", but then sounds like things have come around again! Guess the big thing is not to expect too much of yourself and progress will come one step at a time. Sounds like you are doing GREAT overall Nancy. I mean less than a week ago you had major surgery and are nearly ready to come home to complete your recovery! Surgery can just really wear a person out, so be good to yourself ... you too, Franz (take care of yourself that is ... we know you are taking GREAT care of Nancy!)
Take care you guys ... and we will see you in Eugene before long!
Hugs - Judy
Hi guys,
I sent a message with photos to Franz's comcast email address. Wanted to make sure you would find it.
Love you!
Sally
Nancy, I'm sure you'll be glad to be home in your own bed with Charlie curled up at your feet and Beau, Franz and Peter nearby! Love and positive thoughts coming your way from DC. Love, Susie
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