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July 7, 2024 update.

 Originally post to social media July 7, 2024.

"TUBELESS, and not just taking about my bike (Unit 102), but myself as well. For the first time from Nov 17, 2023, to July 4, 2024, 231 days, I don't have any tubes coming out of me, no IV, epidural, catheter, PICC, NG, drain, or NJ feeding tube😊.

The NJ Feeding tube was removed last week, and it feels great. I have been drinking a mix of protein, high calorie drinks, and eating soft foods. Each day I am trying a new food item to see how it goes with digestion. I have to take Viokace, a Pancreatic enzyme, in the pill form now. I am still not sure how many pills I need to take each time. It's hit or miss, trial and error approach. Try something to eat, take a pill, write down when I take it, and if there is any reaction or discomfort. After sometime I will see if there is a pattern to help me figure out how many pills I need. There is a chance my pancreas will work enough so I won't need to take any enzymes, that would be ideal. 🤞🙏

I am feeling better, slowly getting more energy, but have to balance my activity with my energy in take. I still have some abdominal muscle pain, tenderness, and numbness around the incision site.

Along with the biking I have been able to do, I have started stretching, doing light weights, and having random dance parties to help loosen up and strength my core. I have to say the random dance parties are my favorite. 😊

Add some music to your life, things are always better with tunes."


 



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