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@rwdixon4 The first three weeks there were a lot of times when I felt I was at a 8 to 10. Week 4, I had some tough nights. Trying yo sleep on a healing incision that is over 20 inches long is tough. Now I am more likely to be at a 4-5 during the day. I’m better when I am walking.
One of my big problems is lack of appetite. I have no weight to lose.

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@htolan You are an inspiration Thank You so much! I hope I'm not asking to much ?
You said "I’m better when I am walking" could you walk any distance prior to the surgery? How long could you stand.
I can't stand for over a minute or walk for a half a block ! I have a Golden Doodle that's 12 yr old and I want to take him on a long walk before ~ I would like to travel to Spain & Italy and be able to take cooking lessons ~ Standing up without pain ?

@htolan Thank you for putting this in perspective. A really good question and one I think we are afraid to ask, but it's helpful to know! Praying for a strong, healthy healing!