Thing have been going well. Bumps in the road are few and expected based upon what I read here. I was weaker than I thought I would be, slightly more winded doing steps than before the operation (man cave is on the third floor), but that has been getting better with time. It was to be expected, I was just in denial
My incision healed up like a text book case as well as my drainage holes. My only complaint is my shoulder, but it is getting better. The exercises from the physical therapist have been working, I can tell because it feels better after exercising and has been getting better with time.
I used the first 50 Vicadins as needed, but reduced them when possible so I am now on acetaminophen, with 30 of my second 50 Vicadins still left.
In bed I finally got the guts to roll over on my stomach (my usual sleeping position) once the holes stopped draining. My shoulder actually feels better in the morning now that I am not sleeping the whole night on my back. I bolster the arm with a pillow. I still wake up about 4 times a night, this is my only real complaint, but that will change.
AmyBL, I will be doing cardiac rehab at St. Lukes starting Friday. Hope I get to meet you.
Thanks again for the info and support. I was feeling put-upon going in for my Monday 7:45 am blood draw in the clinic the first day out of the hospital. I was also on the full dose of pain killers. Lady before me was in good shape, about 10 years older, nice clothes hat over protected hair-do. She was in good spirits, there for the same thing. Turns out she was a heart transplant patient. Her obvious health and good cheer helped me put my minor operation and problems in perspective. Her example was one of those small daily inspirations.
