I know everybody calls it mushies, the word seems so emasculating - so I'll call it smashed.
I expected to go from clear liquids to full liquids, but the doc said that my progress has been good, I am not soar or in pain. How great is it to not have to eat a fruit-flavored something.
Because of the proximity, I was able to hook up with a friend after my follow up appointment today. Mashed potatoes and broccoli cheese soup, food with texture - nice!
Considering the pain factor, I'm at little to none. I feel the port from time to time, such as sitting forward, but it is not painful. Neither is coughing or laughing which was a bit painful in the first few days.
What is the key to the recovery? Check out the next post, I'm conducting a bit of a survey.
Thank you for the comments everybody.
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"Smashed" is way more fun than "mushy"! Are you losing yet or still working the fluids out?
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to make the faux lasagna - low fat ricotta cheese, marinara, mozzarella and/or parm, all nuked together -- best smashed food around!
Getting back to your regular schedule ASAP. I took one week off of work and was losing my mind. I couldn't imagine being at home the upwards of 3 weeks that they were suggesting at my surgical center. I got out, was driving, walking, doing everything I'd done pre-surgery as soon as I could (walking only hours after having the surgery, etc etc) and didn't just sit around on my ass. I think that helps a lot.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are recovering nicely and I like smashed so much better than mushies!
ReplyDeleteSMASHED is much more manly than mushies. Good choice.
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