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Ouch! This way and that way: Sleeping on my back for the first time

By Peglove Wednesday, October 28, 2009

I am now two days out from the "torture table " biopsy. So far, this is the worst pain I have ever been in. It's a very specific pain. I could move my arm a little. I made the bed with one arm, then I tried to turn on the light, and "OUCH!" DO not lift the ARM UP!!!!

 

It does not like that right now. I am really tired because I haven't slept a full night. I keep waking up in the middle of the night. I want to turn over and sleep on my tummy. I have always slept this way. Or curled up on my left side like a baby. Can't do that either. But when you're asleep and with newfound pain...your body forgets. So I turned over in the middle of the night, and "OUCH!" Waking my husband to screams and moans is not fun...especially when he has to work at 6 am (and the screams and moans are not from pleasure...heehee)

 

I am sleeping on my back for the first time in all my life. It is so hard to do. I put a pillow under my arm and one under my legs...I never realized how hyper-extended your knees can get when you sleep on your back. I am trying to half-turn onto my left side. I wonder how long after my surgery I will be able to curl up onto my tummy and sleep. Right now, that is what I really miss.

 

Trying to take a nap at 11 am...g'night.

 

Love Peg

 

First Shower and changed my bandage...OUCH!
Phyllis Johnson, Health Guide
10/28/09 7:02pm

You'll probably soon be able to go back to your comfy sleep position.  Some women find sleeping in a recliner works well for them right after surgery.  Your idea of tucking in pillows for extra support is a good one too.  I found several little squishy pillows seemed to work better for me than one big one.

10/30/09 2:21am

Thanks for the tips!

 

I slept on my side last night! I will try again tonight! the little pillos really are better than big ones!

 

I am scheduled for my lumpectomy on Friday. Wish me big luck! I just want nothing, and I mean NOTHIG to go wrong this time.

 

Peg.

Phyllis Johnson, Health Guide
10/30/09 5:49am

I hope the surgery goes well.  I'm sending my wishes for a speedy recovery.

PJ Hamel, Health Guide
10/30/09 6:44am

Best wishes today, Peggie - we're with you! - PJH

10/30/09 6:29pm

SO SORRY, I MEANT, NEXT FRIDAY!

 

Nov. 6th.

 

Thanks for the well  wishes in advance!

 

Love peg.

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By Peglove— Last Modified: 12/18/10, First Published: 10/28/09