Cast off in 2 days :) United Kingdom

Up to day 5 and am feeling sooo much better! Physically I feel fantastic and have the energy to carry out a normal day, its just my face that is stopping me. I havent had any bruising throughout this whole process and the only major swelling has been around my jaw line and my lips which is diminishing by the day. Still cant breathe through my nose, but I have gotten used to it and have learnt to just keep sipping water through the day to keep my throat nice and moist.

I definitely feel that this is more a mentally tough process rather than a physical challenge. Being cooped up for a week can make time seem to pass very slowly as well as feeling restless all the time. Doesn't help that I am usually quite an active person either.

My cast is to come off in two days which is making me feel excited and apprehensive. It just feels great that the hardest part is now over! I will put a few pics up later for you guys.

So day 2 has been a little better than yesterday. Have not felt too nauseous today and managed to hold down some food.

I slept quite well overnight thanks to the painkiller which has the added bonus of knocking me out!

I dont really have any bruising however my eyes are quite swollen, making it difficult to see clearly and concentrate on reading text for more than a few minutes. Hopefully I will continue on this path and will be feeling more energised tomorrow!

Just had a quick peak at my nostrils- did anyone else have really assymetrical ones? I know its so soon after the surgery and lots will change but at the moment I have a piggy nose and two very differnent shaped/size nostrils!!