Today another aspect of the healing process that I had forgotten popped up. Seepage. Oh, it's clear, not bloody but not a good thing since it hinders the healing of the incision. The head nurse from the hospital called to check on me today and, when asked if I had any concerns or questions, I asked her about it. I was afraid that I might be remembering it wrong and was just telling myself it was normal. However, she set my mind at ease and said it really WAS normal. What I had to be concerned about was if it turned yellow or green (ICK!) or got bloody. She said if it did, I was to contact the doctor about it immediately!
What's bad is that it means I am having to change my pj bottoms a couple times a day even though I have put an absorbent rag next to the worst area (my upper thigh). I had to stay laying back in my recliner most of the day (and dozing off due to the pain pill..bless them!). My leg swelled up a bit because I was trying to do too much, too soon. But, right now, the leg is back to it's normal size and the seepage has gone down a lot.
The Beast went out and bought me this unusual combination cane and folding seat. I gather it's for when I feel I must stop and rest. It has a velcro strip that unwinds and allows the *cane* to open up into a sling seat. It's not MY idea of a cane but it works. I can get to the bathroom with much less pain since I can take the pressure off my left leg when I use it. I know he has to have thrown out my real cane and that is why he felt compelled to get me this. I think Mustachio went with him while I was asleep to buy it and may have had a hand in it. I had mentioned the severe need to sit at times when I did too much walking pre-surgery. With the need to heal, I think he had that on his mind and may have talked the Beast into getting it instead of a regular cane.
Mustachio discovered my walking staff that is here in my computer room, sitting in a corner. I told him that I could probably use it but it was really meant for when we walked here on some of the mountain trails. That's why I bought it in the first place. I discovered those mountain men weren't wimps, they were smart! The staff helps keep you from getting winded on those uneven trails. When the Beast and I were visiting some of the many waterfalls located here in Alabama, I was sooooooo grateful I had it. Those trails can be a real bear! I have a feeling they might also be a tool to discourage any critters that might want to take a taste of you....LOL!
Mustachio went to visit Sheepie since she was off work. They went out to eat at a small local restaurant and visited. She wanted to come visit with me and I was so glad he brought her over. We had a nice visit ourselves although I know she was horrified at the sight of my staples. But she is always fun to chat with. When Mustachio brought her home, she discovered her keys were missing so they called the restaurant (no one remembered finding any keys when they called) and came back here to see if she had left them. But, no! So they went to the restaurant and, lo and behold!, the keys had been left on the table. The waitress must have just held on to them figuring they would return and, of course, they did!
Mustachio just laughed at her since it seemed so like her to lose track of those things. She has never had her own apartment, mailbox key, etc. before this and is still getting used to needing such things. She told me that when she is alone in the apartment, she keeps the door locked, shuts the blinds and keeps in mind that she has a gun and knows how to use it. I gather she has a real schitzoid neighbor or two so she isn't going to take any chances. Knowing Sheepie and Teach, when their lease is up, they will be looking at a different apartment complex and hoping for more *normal* neighbors...LOL!
It was overcast and rainy here today. I had chancy internet connections and even my TV was *iffy*. But that seems to be over for now. I haven't even looked at the weekend forecast yet but it couldn't be any worse. Not that it bothers me. I'm stuck inside, regardless. I hope YOUR weekend is better and you get to enjoy it. Mustachio disappeared on me. He may be outside smoking and enjoying his drink. My lovely son made me a drink earlier but I can't walk out to where he is right now. He would probably have a fit if I did, anyway. Knowing him, he will be going to bed soon and so will I.
Love you all. Take good care of your health. Trust me, it matters...LOL! ***Hugs***
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