18 hours to go

[Leek65]

I am surprised to be home. The Doctor encouraged me to head home about four hours after surgery after I thought I was staying overnight. At this point twelve hours out pain is manageable. The staff at the hospital here in Woodbury, MN were great, caring and professional. I guess I will just have to see how much swelling in the next few days. With icing the area minimal so far. Thanks everyone for the support, good wishes and prayers.

[rglassva]

Congratulations and welcome to 'bionic-ism' - take it easy - keep the ice packs handy - and the extra strength tylenol - and let us know how things go.

Rick

[Epsilon]

Leek65, will you be making a report following your surgery Monday three days ago?

[Leek65]

Leek65, will you be making a report following your surgery Monday three days ago?

I feel much better than I did this morning. Laying down was OK but walking or sitting were very uncomfortable. Add constipation and I was a little discouraged. However the swelling seems to have stabilized especially after icing the scrotum. The constipation seems to have resolved as I cut back on the pain meds. I was able to sit in my recliner and watch a movie tonight with minimal pain. What I can confirm guys is loss of length. I got the AMS 700 and I can see it will be a stretch to get 4.5". Thank God I have an understanding wife who will be satisfied with whatever I have. I have zero regrets and hope I continue to make progress. I see doctor on the 29th.

[rglassva]

Based on what others have posted I think you're probably jumping the gun on the whole length thing - especially with the AMS700 installed. . . as swelling goes down more and you are eventually able to cycle on a regular basis. .. I'd be willing to bet you'll get some back. Glad you seem to be healing well. . . of course keep us up-to-date on your progress.

Rick

[Leek65]

One other interesting thing. When I went into the hospital for the procedure Monday I weighed 8 pounds less than I did when I got on the scale for the first time post-op yesterday morning. I was shocked but should not have been. The constipation and fluid buildup must account for most of it because I have not overeaten. This morning with the swelling going down and the constipation seemingly over I dropped 4 pounds from yesterday! What a relief that is. I had managed to lose 19 pounds in preparation for the surgery and want to keep going down not back up.