50 Yr Old, 2 Kids N Weight Gain Off/on Since Childhood. Highest Weight 240 Lbs.

Oh wow! Really! I never thought I hear someone else going through the same as I am. Anyhow, yes my darkest moment was the 1st 3 wks of po n that I don't wish on anyone. But, thanks to God is He who has strengthened/sustained me throughout this unexpected occurrence. Also, I actually like treating my wound cuz it's been an eye opener in experiencing the miraculous/awesomeness progress of the body's healing process. I'm too sorry to hear about ur shingle's bad timing cuz they r no joke. Thank u for ur prayers/well wishes n the same in return.

Hi! I've heard of them but my PS hasn't said anything or even mentioned any kind of vacuum therapy. I'm wondering if it's because of where the wound it's located n the severity of it. Also, since my incision hasn't fully closed/sealed completely; maybe that's the reason why it hasn't been offered to me. Believe me, when the wound 1st opened is when I really needed it. Now that's it's finally filling in; I'll just continue packing it n being patient with it. But, definitely on my next visit will b asking my PS about the vacuum therapy just to c what he has to say about it. Thanks for noticing my recovery progress n the vacuum information.

For sure!!! Us girls have to help each other out! My incision healed beautiful but my drain holes...yikes. One just would not heal and widened to over an inch plus made a 4" tunnel parallel to my incision. Wtf right?! So my ps put a vac drain on the whole darn mess, and that's bringing it closed so fast I'm shocked. If it works for me, it def should work for you.

Awww... n very kind. Thank u so much.

Yes they are. The recovery is going very slowly but yes I'm doing a lot better n very grateful. Thank u for ur well wishes.

always. I love your calm and optimism , keep going.

Hi! Yes they are. The 1st pic is 2 wks post op n the 2nd pic is 4 wks post op. Therefore, still under my PS care. The wound is now healing from the inside out n it's taking its sweet time. The rest of the incision is healing well except for 2 oozing small holes. It's a very slow recovery but I'm glad/grateful to b alive n continue to do well. Thank u for ur advice/concern.

Hi! Unfortunately I've been battling with ANEMIA for the past 10/12 yrs n it doesn't help that I'm not a meat eater or take in enough protein. I take iron supplements but it wasn't enough for such major surgery or had any idea how important iron is for the body in reconnecting tissue after any surgery. But now, I'm taking the iron/protein intake serious/religiously. Thank u for the well wishes.

Gee, I didn't know either how much protein affects healing. Honestly, who would have thought??!!? Or known??? So glad you're getting better. Take care and hugs.