Just the Facts:  Yesterday was my exchange surgery.  Everything went well and we were home by early afternoon.  I don’t have ANY drains after all – what a blessing!

Details: Everything pretty much went like clock work for the surgery.  I think we got started on time (7:30am) and it took about 3 hours in all.  I spent a couple of hours in recovery and then we were on our way.

The pain is worse than I expected.  I had figured that it would be less than with the mastectomies, but not so. I’m taking the pain meds but they are making me very groggy.  No fever, but I just feel sort of sick.  Hopefully a good night’s sleep will clear up most of this.

Apparently, my doctor was pleased with how the exchange came out.  I have not seen him since then to get the whole story.  I do know that I ended up with the “High Profile” implants.  It’s too early to say for sure as I’m very swollen now, but I think it looks pretty nice.  For sure, it is a big improvement over the tissue expanders.   I am so thankful that this type of reconstruction can be done, and that we were able to work with a great doctor.

Taking it easy and spending lots of time on the sofa is tough for me, but I am doing my best.  My priority is making sure I heal well, so I will comply with the doctor’s orders, INCLUDING the ones that say no strenuous activity and no lifting for 3 WEEKS.  *gasp*  Having this turn out right is too important.

Me: Relieved to be DONE with surgeries!

Prayer Requests: Praise and thanks for a successful surgery.  Also please pray for complete healing for me.