How long was your recovery?
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The symptoms are, after you eat, your right side, right under your breast, feels like something is sticking, and it aches. Everything iritates it. You have TERRIBLE heartburn, and acid reflux after you eat anything. I have had my gallbladder taken out, but when you go to the doctor, make sure you ask for hidascan. That eliminates a lot of steps. The surgery is simple, its outpatient surgery, and you only are in the hospital for about five hours, depending on how you feel when you wake up. I had the surgery on a Thursday, and by Monday, was up cleaning house. They make four incisions, and take the gallbladder out on of the openings. The scaring is very little. Afterwards you will experience some of the same symptoms, but without the risk of it exploding, and poisioning your body. Good luck, and I hope this helps.
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This is strictly a decision made by the physician in charge. I have seen recovery after 40 minutes, but most do not go beyond 20-30 minutes with a straight line.
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According to the University of Kentucky Transplant Center:\n\n"You should rest during the first few weeks after leaving the hospital. You may find that you tire easily and that there is sensitivity around the surgical scars. Most patients can resume normal activity one month after surgery and can return to work 4 to 6 weeks after surgery."\n\nI lost a fifteen-year-old son because of lack of available organs. Let me please offer you my most humble and grateful appreciation. You are changing the world, and you deserve every blessing that life has to offer.
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I think the timeline is somewhere like 3-6 months. You should probably wait a good while so your body has time to heal. Do what your doc recommends. Don't get anxious, take your time.
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my hubby had surgery twice ( elbow & wrist ) and both times it was an outpatient procedure but he was completely asleep. you will have mild pain for a few weeks and will probably be completely better in about six weeks. in the meanwhile of the healing process depending on if its the hand you use most you will require lost of help, from eating to daily normal activities
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PAINFULLY, SLOWLY(sometimes your entire lifetime), maybe MIRACULOUSLY  U LEARN TO RECOVER GRACEFULLY. I AM NOT SURE, YET
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I have heard it is a more difficult recovery as an adult. I know someone who had them out in her mid 20's and it took her a week off work to re-coup and get back. But that was just her; every body is different. \nI may be faced with this myself soon, so I will keep posted to your answers too. Good luck.
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my wife had a brain injury 10 weeks ago coma for 3 weeks is recovering slowly but recovering don't seem to be any brain damage just a lot of slow memories but seems to be all there so far BUT brain damage is different in all people i hope you have a lot of good luck & get back the person you love the way thay were
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Mine is waking up after months in a coma.  Not having any memory of anything except my kids and husband.  I was then told I was no longer married and then I begged to speak to my Mom and I was told my Mom died 1 year earlier.  I wasn't even in the State where I had gotten ill.  Now, I still have amnesia and my short term memory is barely there.  I write a lot of things down.  I then was told I married again and I do not remember getting married again (after the West Nile Encephalitis).  The man took advantage of me and my very serious condition.  I am still trying to find a lawyer to get it annulled.  My life has been hell ever since I woke up. Sometimes I wish I never woke up.  And I also had to be brought back to life 2 times, I do not recall anything.  I do believe this is a good thing in the long run.  But I had to teach myself how to write, add, subtract, type, etc. again.  I did not get any help from anyone until about 9 months ago.  The rehab program is wonderful and I am not the same person, but I know that I just have to survive differently.  Your Dad was a very lucky man.  He didn't get any brain damage from that incident.  He would have been in the same situation as I am now.\nI'm glad he is okay and you didn't have to endure a great loss.
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I can't answer for everyone...I'm only answering for myself. I've been completely sober about 9 mths. now, & although my mind has become clearer, I can tell my short term memory isn't the same as it use to be. My body is cleared, & probably was cleared with 6-8 wks. afterwards, but my mind, well, like I just said - it's not the same...I started smoking marijuana when I was 16, along with popping any kind of muscle relaxer and/or pain pill I could get my hands on...It def. messed with my mind...I had the sense to recognize it then, but I stayed too doped up to care...Finally one night I just stopped - cold turkey. I even flushed all the stuff I had left. I got saved, started living my life for the Lord, & haven't even looked back....BUT, like I said I can tell it had some effect on my short term memory, & I doubt it'll ever be the same!!.....I'm not sure if this was the answer you were looking for or not, but I decided to answer anyways.\n\nP.S. Congrats on being clean & sober for 4 yrs...Keep it up. :)
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Hi,\n\nI understand the agony you are going through. Even, I had hernia and have got operated successfully. It has been three years now and I am perfectly alright. I am running, playing cricket, basketball, workout in gym, swimming and much more than I ever thought during post-operation period.\n\nSo, just get operated. The earlier you get operated, the better it is for you to recuperate. In the post-operation period, just concentrate on a little slow and firm walking stride and make sure pain doesnot hamper your walk for many days. If you experience pain during walking for more than 7 days, then consult your physician.\n\nJust relax, stop lifting weights for atleast 1 or 1.5 yrs and then start off the way you want to. But, in a slow way.\n\nHope my experience would help you gain some confidence to regain back your original senses.\n\nAll the best!!\n\nRegards,\nSubbu
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yes it is realistic...But since you are still recovering you may want to take your time....maybe 28 minutes??? But hell, i am just guesstimating!!!
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Hey I gave one of those old women a bad time.  \n\nI am writing from my hospital bed.  The Doctor says I should be out of traction in about 3 months.  Then we can do the reconstructive surgery.  All together I expect to be home in 8 or 9 months.  If I make it in less than 9 months I will be able to celebrate my 21St birthday at home.  Unfortunately the Doctor tells me my jaw will still be wired shut, but what the heck I am getting used to milkshakes.  BTW, it is not Kung-Fu, it is Louisville Slugger, and believe me I know.\n\nJust having some fun.  Actually I am a senior citizen and although I don't work at Wal-Mart I know three other seniors who do.  None of them need the money, they all work part time, it gives them a reason to keep living.  Personally my wife keeps me busy and I am considering doing some volunteer work at an local aviation museum.  Too many retired folks don't have a timeclock to punch anywhere.  Hence, they lay in bed and die...\n\nKEEP MOVING STAY YOUNG.
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My hip bone, holy crap ow!! Mine was like 2 hours. I would do it again though, so addicting!
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My sister actually had a PFO surgery last summer and it took a little bit (a couple of months) to feel back to normal and now she is doing great from it. Make sure to do check ups after a couple of weeks, then 2 months, and then 6 months. Check ups are really important. Good luck with everything!
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I am sorry your facing this all alone. There are many variables to your question. Most recover to the precoma stage. But it may takes weeks to many months. But if you have a spiritual belief I would pray. Keep ypurself busy with your friends and family. Each person is different in recovering. It may take time, and his family may be very protective of him. But I am sure he will remember you. But what comes out of it is a unanswered question. I wish you only the best.
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Doctors are supposed to help you.5 days is a long time\n\nPeace