Billie, I just read this thread, and did not know your surgery was going to be laparoscopy. I had this done about 13 years ago to rule out endometriosis. It was an easy surgery, I just had a sore tummy for a few days. I was supposed to take 5 days off of work, but asked to come back after 3. The incisions are small. I think one of the few side effects can be shoulder pain if they pump gas in your stomach. I did not have the pain, and I did get the gas. Anyway, I hope this eases your worry and concern a little. We will be praying that it is an easy, successful surgery, and that it is the end to your pain!
Carolyn

Carolyn,
Yes it is laparoscopic. My new Dr. has told me in my case it could take 2-3 week's or longer for recovery. I am a diabetic so things heal slower also. My greatest worry was, that I have so much pain already. This will be my third cut in the adominal aera in 5 weeks. I'm sorry, I can't spell some of the words so I am leaving them off. I hope you get my drift!

Oh, I'll be ok. I sure hope I don't need any help at home. That was a joke before. I still have someone helping me feed my pets, but not the same person.
Blessings,
Billie

Good luck with your surgery Fancylady. I've seen quite a few of the various hernia repairs (back when I was working) done laprascopically and everyone said that the worst part of it was the "gas" during recovery. I spent some time in Same Day surgery, and I can't tell you how many folks were embarassed to pass gas. Just let it all out, 'k?

Just make sure to take it easy during this recovery period, so that when the time comes for your hernia repair you are well rested and up to the surgery. Take care.

Theresa

Theresa,
I wish I had more time to heal. That's what I'm so unhappy about. I'm only 16 days post op. And I have to get along just like I had no surgery. I drove a long ways today then came home to sell 100 acres. All my days are full. With me here by myself there's no way I can baby myself. I'm not suppose to lift more than 5 pounds and food weight's more than that.

My computer broke down again tonight too, so I had that to lift also. I wish I would have put the money on a new one instead of this laptop. Does anyone know if I can have both hooked to the printer? Somehow I thought not, but I'm not sure.
Yes, I would hate to pass gas in front of someone. I had so much after this back surgery. They came in and kept asking, but mine happen after I got home. I do have to stay over night because of my history, so they say. I sure hope the sight isn't to uncomfortable. I wish I could put it off, with moving and all and today they moved me up a couple hours.
Fancylady

Linda,
I have to agree you are way stronger then you realize you are. You have show such strength dealing with loss and your pain so gracefully. In the middle of all you are going through you are still finding time and energy to support others.

Yes, you are strong and so many folks care about you and will be hoping and praying all goes well for you.

Deborah

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I agree you are a very strong person in my eyes too!!!!!
Thats ok that you wont take the title.Just means your humble.
Which makes you shine even more in my eyes..heehee
I wish with all my heart that i lived closer to you,so i could help you!!!
I am glad to hear that you have someone coming in though.
You said you have a laptop.If at possible.Please try not to lift it TOO much..ok
I imagine it is very difficult living alone..Just have whoever is there to make things available before they leave.I'm not trying to boss.I just worry about you.
I am not sure about whether or not you can have both puter hooked to a printer.I will ask my hubby and see if he knows.
About the gas passing.It is VERY important as someone else said to get that out.You have had many surgeries so i am sure they told you..
With the tummy laproscopic it may settle in your shoulder and if you hold it back it wont be good.
I am so sorry that your hubbys family and yourself got into it over the summer.Whatever it was about.Like you said...We are suppose to forgive..
If they cant..Then thats on them-You have alot to deal with right now and cant be weighed down with all that.
Maybe in time....I hope and pray...
You are always in my thoughts and prayers billie.
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Idealist
It's good to see you too.
It has been a long time..I will start another thread..dont wanna jump into billies here..LOL

Hi Billie.....

I'm sorry I've been very quiet the last several days. I see you have to have another surgery for hernia. That's not great news but sounds like it must be done sooner rather than later.

You are in my heart and thoughts daily and my prayers go out to you.

You, my dear strong strong lady, I know you don't feel strong but.........you ACT strong and that's what counts. Trust in yourself because you are making good decisions. You have plenty of support and love right here to draw upon 24/7. I'm just suffering side effects of a new med and stopped them last night so I should be thinking straight by Monday, according to my Doc. Until then, I can still think about you and send by thoughts and prayers to a very special lady.

((((((((((((((((((((((((Billie)))))))))))))))))))) )))))

Blessings for you!

Hi Kell & Shotspine,
My spine is shot too. That's a very good user name! You gal's make me feel good. Yes, it can be very lonely, living alone. On the other hand you can stay up as late as you want, as long as you don't have to punch a time clock.
I don't have to answer to know one, except to God. My FAITH helps. I'm not preaching, my main goal is to help others.

That's what I like at BT. We can exchange idea's and that is good. I may ask for Topamax when I see my Dr next. Neurontin & Cymbalta I have been on a long time. I don't find anything wrong with Cymbalta, I just can't see where it is doing any good either.I'm suppose to stay on it till after the my Laparcopic surgery. I am just afraid I'll gain and also my leg spasms started up and I loose so much sleep over it.
Thanks again girl's for cheering me on. I wish we lived closer too. BT is nice too.
Fancylady

Afternoon Billie
I'm glad we brighten your day some 4 you!!
You brighten mine as well!!!
How are you feeling today??
I am doin ok.Just a gloomy saturday here.
How very true about not punching a time clock and not having a bedtime!!
I am in that spot myself right now.
When i was working i just dreaded having to get up everyday at 5 am..LOL
I take topamax and have for almost 2 years.
I am on 200 mgs a day.It does pretty good for helping for the burning nerve pain.I would advise you to read up a bit before you switch though.
Check out this site.THETOPAMAXTRIP.COM
Then you can decide for yourself if you want to change meds.
I can understand your concern over gaining weight..As for the leg spasms.You could ask your doc for something to ease those.I know firsthand if you cant sleep at night..Your gonna feel yucky all day..
As for the cymbalta sometimes you might think a med is'nt working-until you go off of it.So you might wanna really think about that one.
I have heard from alotta people thats a real good med!
Especially with everything thats going on in your life right now..Once again just my 2 cents...
I am actually gonna ask my doc if i can go on that ..LOL
I know weight gain is a side affect.I am just hoping if i drink alot of water that i will be ok.My thinking is that if i feel better mentally.It will all be ok eventually!
I keep meaning to ask you -how old is your doggie??LOL
I just love animals.We have a 7 yr old male cat and a lil stray that we just took in because she had babies 9 days ago.
Animals are just the greatest when your sick..My cat was always by my side when i had any surgery!!!Just like one of the kids..LOL
Well i did'nt mean to go on and on ..heehee
I hope you are doin ok today mentally/physically.
I think of you often even when i am not online!!

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~Kell~

You have a gift with words. You can say the nicest things. My dog will be 12 in October. He was born around Halloween. My husband came home with him one Christmas eve. I will never forget.I was doing dishes and I saw him carring a small puppy, not no bigger than his hand. He is about medium size and is half puddle & half Hienz varity! He still plays,and is spoiled rotten. He gets a toy at Christmas and some goodie treats.

He was real close to my husband and they even let him lay on the bed with him. I was surprised but thats where he belonged. Next to his master. I think I have said what his name was,didn't I? In case I didn't, it's Bear.

We also have some cats too. Two, had kittens this year and that put me up to 11. Yes, to many and they aren't real tame either. Some have names and some don't. One is mean, and makes me tend to shield the others. I don't know what I will do when I move into town this winter, I hope. I am looking for a house now. Think I'll take one cat with me. I know of one person that would want some if I can catch them. The best time is when can pet them is when I feed.

I hope this finds you ok. I haven't been feeling so good today. I don't sleep very good and that drags me down. It gets hard to do anything when you sleep 4 hrs. a night. I have been like this for years tho.

I better sign out for the night and get some rest. It is good sleeping weather.
Take care and Blessings,
Billie