It has been 8 weeks since the repair of 5 hernias and the removal of my gallbladder. My healing process is taking longer than I expected. My physicians have recently assured me that my healing process is going to take longer than the usual time due to my being on steroids. Steroids slow the recovery process and weaken immunity, so I am already at a disadvantage. I still struggle to move around sometimes, and sitting can be a challenge. I do not take pain meds unless I am really hurting. Otherwise, I just take Tylenol.
With every pulling sensation, pain, numbness, and tingling sensation, I find myself feeling paranoid and wondering if everything is alright inside. I wish I could look inside my body to make sure.
In the meantime, I seek to distract myself with work and my creative ventures to keep my mind busy and my spirit calm. I am constantly reminded to be patient and to allow my body to heal in its own time.
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