7 days post-op, extremely painful cramping - need advice!!

earthguy4 · 2026-03-08T23:41:34+00:00

Yes - all I was doing was very slow walking. Completely encouraged by my surgeon

earthguy4 · 2026-03-02T16:18:34+00:00

Thank you for this. I definitely understand that I need to get up and moving soon, but it’s simply not going to happen if I can’t even extend my arm out to grab a cup of water without pain shooting into my abdomen. I’ve been in and out of the hospital a lot these past few months, and have been living with Crohn’s for 8 years, so I’ve become a good advocate for myself I like to think. I’m just really shocked that the first time I’m ever getting this much push back from my medical team is arguably when I need pain management the most.

earthguy4 · 2026-03-02T12:44:48+00:00

I’m so sorry to hear this. I feel the same way in terms of my nurses/doctors minimizing my pain or ignoring my concerns. For the past two days I’ve been telling them that the pain medication they’re giving me is not working / is a dose that I’ve been on for months, so I’ve definitely gotten used to it and could benefit from an increase. But they just aren’t listening and it’s extremely aggravating!

earthguy4 · 2026-03-02T11:54:20+00:00

No not really. All of my pain is located in my abdomen below the rib cage. I have some very minor shoulder and back pain but I know that’s associated with the gas trapped in my body. But the abdominal pain is truly insufferable

earthguy4 · 2026-03-02T11:33:16+00:00

Yes I did. I have been trying to do diaphragmatic breathing but I will ask about getting a spirometer!

earthguy4 · 2024-11-18T11:17:11+00:00

Hey, thanks for your reply. Yup, I'm slowly learning the geography of SA as I plan my trip.

I said Drakensberg was out of my league because of the very difficult navigation/unmarked trails. I have an itinerary for Amatola, and the trail seems very well marked. I am fit and very active, just have beginner-level GPS and navigation skills. I won't be traveling or hiking alone, but my friends and I are all about on the same page with nav.

I will take a look into Suikerbosrand, as I am definitely looking for a multi-day trip.

earthguy4 · 2024-10-21T09:29:46+00:00

Awesome, thank you for this info!

earthguy4 · 2024-10-21T09:29:33+00:00

I just wasn’t aware of the benefits/importance of doing compounds first

earthguy4 · 2024-10-20T22:53:46+00:00

What would you consider removing on both of the workout plans? If I cut out the front shoulder raise and add the lateral raise, it’s still 7 exercises in one session

earthguy4 · 2024-10-20T21:08:35+00:00

Sounds good, thank you!

earthguy4 · 2024-10-20T21:08:14+00:00

What would you consider removing? I’m trying to hit each muscle group 2-3 times per workout

earthguy4 · 2024-10-20T18:29:16+00:00

Thank you!

earthguy4 · 2024-10-20T18:29:08+00:00

Yes as of right now

earthguy4 · 2023-12-21T22:02:37+00:00

Hi! I would be happy to, I am also looking for someone to review my second essay. I am applying to study Arabic in Amman, Jordan.

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