Post-Op Day 1!

Hello everyone, I wanted to post last night when I got home but was too "doped" up on painkillers. My team was unbelievable and cannot thank the doc and nurses enough for treating me so well. Working at the same hospital in which you have surgery definitely has it's perks, but I think they would be awesome regardless. 


When I arrived at the hospital, I got my IV and met with the anesthesiologists. I made it very clear that I did not want to be nauseous when I woke up, and they gave me a patch for nausea. I kissed my Dad and Nana and off I went! The last thing I remember saying was "this doesn't look like theOR on Grey's Anatomy!" Then I started laughing hysterically. And out I went!


My surgery was scheduled to take 4 hours, but took almost 6. Dr. DeRosa wanted everything to be perfect so she took her time, which I am really happy about.


When I first woke up, I was being wheeled out of the OR and felt an immediate burning in my nose. It was at this point that I proclaimed "It feels like someone put cyanide up my nose!" The next thing I remember was the nurse giving me two shots of dilaudid and eventually some liquid percocet. 


I did feel a bit nauseous and very warm. Luckily I did not get sick. I arrived in the recovery room at about 2:30 pm and stayed there until a little after 5. At that point, all I wanted to do was sleep. 


Kami and Charlene came down to visit me, which was really nice. I even saw Sarah and Marcio when I was being wheeled out to the car. I got into my aunt's van and home we went. I was in and out of it during the ride. I was still somewhat nauseous but it became more tolerable. When I got home, I think I had some cold water and peach jello. I took a painkiller and went to sleep. I woke several times during the night but considering, I slept really well. 3:30 am was probably the most painful, but I kept my cool and took a painkiller. 

Just after arriving home

This morning I woke up and got ready for my first post-op with Dr. DeRosa. I was in moderate pain, so I took a pill. I got into the car just fine, but when we got to MEEI, I started to get extemely nauseous and was dry heaving (ew). This was only because I did not eat with the vicodin. Dr. DeRosa then took out the packing, which I have to say barely hurt at all. I'm not sure why everyone makes a big deal out of it, maybe I have a high tolerance? 

First morning
Now I am cleaning my wounds with hydrogen peroxide soaked q-tips. I then apply some vaseline to prevent the blood from crusting and also to aid in healing. I still have the cast on, which is already beginning to itch a little. My next post-op is scheduled for Thursday!