I just ate some chicken noodle soup. I've been trying to eat a little every few hours.

I think I'll get a smoothie tomorrow. I haven't had one in a few days. DS went to the grocery for me bit I didn't ask him to get any Boost or Ensure. I'll have to remember that next time someone goes for me.

Debbie, I used Provigil years ago - when I had good insurance. Now, there's no way I could afford that stuff unless it's gotten less expensive since I last used it.

I'm trying to stay up till at least 7PM!

Well Kelly, if my girls and I were there we would certainly bring you over some Ensure or Boost as well as a smoothie and the makings to make your own smoothie.

I really am sorry you are feeling so awful! I wish I could do something for you.

Low potassium levels will make you feel weak.

Also low protein, retards healing.

Ensure is now advertising a high protein version... 25 grams/bottle.
might be good for you.

If you are still taking that Zanaflex..muscle relaxer? That can knock you for a major LOOP!

People vary in how fast they respond to trauma. Mostly it is based on cortisol, the immune system, and diet.

I am sorry you are so impaired still. I hope you feel better soon!

Definitely think stocking up on some ensure or other drinks like that will help. Hope things get better soon.

I had a relapse after my surgery back in Dec 2000. It took me about 8 weeks to get through it. Didn't know it was MS but I remember it very clearly because it was the first time I had such an episode. Get better soon dear. Keep resting because apparently your body needs it.

Did you get back on the LDN regularly? I find that that darn stuff helps me to heal faster. That and I'm eating well. There is a lot to say for the proper nutrition.

My accident threw me into an exacerbation of MS and that's how I was DXed by the Neuro at the hospital. I imagine that is what you are suffering as well. The shock of surgery effected your MS and fatigue is a big part of that.

The rest you are getting is important and so is good nutrition. Keep getting up and moving around between naps and eat well.

We had our incidents about the same time and I am healing faster than you, I think due to PT, good hospital and home nutrition and LDN....and the fact that I didn't have a UTI.. That alone can cause terrible fatigue.

Take your time to heal all, let your Sons fuss over you, but keep on keeping on..

Years ago, someone very close to me was recovering from kemo. His appetite was terrible and he was losing weight. I got the chocolate Ensure and would put it in a glass along with a big scoop of ice cream. Stirred it around until it was pretty blended. He loved taking his Ensure. It really was quite good and the icre cream not only gave it a better taste; but more nourishing.

Hi Kitty

I am so sorry that you are having a hard time. Your body has had quite a shock - be gentle with it, sleep when you need it, try and make sure you are being gentle with YOU, and make sure you are giving your body all of the good things that it needs.

I hope that this hasn't triggered an exacerbation.

Look after you

Lyn

MUCH, much better today. I went out to dinner with my kids last night and had a great time. It's so nice to feel human again.

Whatever possessed me to have this surgery in between Thanksgiving and Christmas I'll never know. Maybe I was trying to get out of doing much. Well, it worked! I haven't done much of anything this month. Saved a good bit of money, though. I'm just glad it's over. I feel so much better and I'm looking forward to the new year.

Kitty, so glad you are feeling better. After my spinal fusion, I found myself going back to bed several times a day. It was beginning to last far too long. I realized depression was setteling in. I had to force myself to try, especially for those who cared about me, to be more up and try to give them some enjoyment. Eventually, I didn't need to keep going back to bed. Of course, your body is healing as well so a certain amount of extra rest is most necessary; just need to know where to draw the line. Just getting out with your children really seemed to be a pick-me-up. Great!!!!