I had surgery yesterday and now have a Bard SlimPort implanted in place of the old port. I have the instruction manual and a medical alert identification card in case the product is recalled; I think I also have a new scar.
As far as surgeries go it was easy, I went into the operating room at 10:15 and was home by 12:30. I can move my arm more today and this evening I am pain free - I have discomfort but no pain. The worst was late yesterday afternoon and evening when I had a headache and felt nauseated. After hugging the porcelain bowl for a bit the headache eased and I felt better. That certainly felt familar - following most of my chemo infusions I would throw up once during the evening and then feel better.
I have faithfully used an ice pack and have taken motrin to keep the swelling reduced. I have been good to myself and have rested today. Randy as usual has taken very good care of me. Tomorrow the transparent bandage can come off, the steri-tape stays on but I can take a real shower and I am looking forward to that.
I am once again reminded of how powerful the mind is, of how accustomed we can become to something that once would have seemed impossible.
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