The nurse came today and checked me out. I'm still draining too much to have the drain removed but I guess that's good since the fluid does need to come off. I really would like to have that thing out so I can start to feel normal again. I don't have much pain anymore, just a little tenderness in the abdomen. Last night I walked on the treadmill for 10 minutes and wasn't completely worn out. I'm hoping to get out of the house for a little bit tomorrow. I might have Mom drive me out to the park for a little fresh air if it isn't snowing or raining. I'm down about 11 pounds since the day of surgery, I had expected more but I think that might have to do with the fluid that is still draining.
I'm starting to get a little bored here and really missing my animals. I'd like to go home on Sunday. Joe seems to think I should probably stay here until the drain is removed, he thinks the pets will wear me out. I feel like it would be good for me to be there so I can work on getting into a routine. I could always come back here if it's too much. Right now my Short Term Disability is approved through April 24th, I have my 1 month follow up visit scheduled for that day. The nurse will be by once a week until then. Hopefully she will take out the drain next week.
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