Colon prep was horrific and by far the worst part of this. I passed out in the bathroom, and woke up with periodic paralysis. My legs and feet were dead weight. I’m grateful I recovered enough to go through with the procedure.
They documented my Periodic Paralysis, and gave me the absolute minimum general anesthesia. I’m dealing with muscle weakness and major brain fog, but I am relieved it went so well.
Labs showed my mild allergy to shellfish, and no allergy to a list of other things. I don’t have Celiac disease. Really surprised by that one, based on genetic markers, but glad I don’t have to restrict gluten (other than the carb intake in general).
My meds and diet will be adjusted to hopefully improve the pain and other problems.
My throat is trash post-procedure, so whatever they did to it wrecked me. More than 24 hrs later, it still hurts like a mofo and I can’t stop coughing and gagging. I’ve been having esophageal spasms, which is frustrating. I can resume home medications at noon (that’s a few minutes from now) and I will be taking a Skelaxin immediately.
The nursing staff was very compassionate throughout, and that meant a lot. My cousin took great care of me and I appreciate him endlessly. Thanks to all for the prayers and best wishes, friends.
I’ll have fewer medically-intrusive updates in the future, hopefully!
