New normal

[Wilcoxw1]

How long does it usually take to start feeling normal again? I am 4 weeks out and am still in a love/hate relationship with fluids and food. I have days that are ok but other time where the thought of any food/fluid make me sick.

 

[Brenda2010]

How long does it usually take to start feeling normal again? I am 4 weeks out and am still in a love/hate relationship with fluids and food. I have days that are ok but other time where the thought of any food/fluid make me sick.

Hi Wilcox - The first month or two are definitely hard. As Diane said, it is an INCREDIBLY invasive surgery. Your body went through some serious trauma so it makes since that most of us would have to deal with some form of short-term discomfort. While I didn't have a significant aversion to food or water like you are, my body complained via constant exhaustion for the first 6 weeks or so. I'll bet that in the next couple weeks, your body will adjust and you'll start feeling more like yourself. Please hang in there and keep us posted on your recovery.