9:00, August 16, 2008
Surgery takes a lot out of a person (pun intended). And even a body as strong and healthy as Carolyn's doesn't appreciate a cut across the entire belly, removal of 80% of the stomach, 100% of the gall bladder, and rerouting of several inches of small intestine. Today, Carolyn was glad that she has the little switch that allows her to dispense pain medication according to her own needs and schedule. When the pain starts to be unbearable, she pushes the button, hears the beep, and begins to relax as the pain subsides. She also falls asleep as the pain killer affects that as well.
Carolyn walked around her room this afternoon as well as sat up for a couple of hours. The only thing she is allowed to take by mouth are ice chips so dry mouth is a frequent problem. She enjoys phone calls and visits as long as you keep them short. If you don't keep it short, she'll push her pain medication button, fall asleep, and you'll be effectively dismissed.
Her phone number is 916-973-5675. She is still in room 4019, bed C.
A continuing thanks for all your prayers, thoughts, and kind concerns.
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