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LadySekhmet · 03-20-2008, 07:21 AM

Yes black and blue eye is normal. Some people have different ways of healing. My neck had a huge yellowy bruise and a small bruise above my eye due to the electrical simulation they use on my face so the doctor knows exactly what facial nerves to avoid. I did not have a black and blue eye, but I know a few people that did.

Yes it's normal that you will feel very "uncomfortable" for a few days. I find putting my head on a bunch of down pillows, and resting on a very soft couch helps a lot.

if you're feeling a lot of PAIN...do not get them mixed up with being uncomfortable...and the pain meds are not helping, then go tell the doctor.

If you find yourself that you cannot sleep well, maybe you can ask your doctor to prescribe you a mild sleeping pill. I know I had a difficult time sleeping well during the night (mind you, I suffer from insomnia at the same time).

If you find your neck feeling stiff/sore...try to "stretch" it out a little. Turn your head sideways a few times. Over time it will get better...it's because you're laying down on the operating table and having your neck turned for a few hours...so it's bound to be stiff.

I found what helps is putting an ice bag on my implanted side, and sleeping on the couch (due to restricted movement, so I have my back against the back of the couch...if that makes any sense), and popping in my pain meds every 5 to 6 hours. After about 3 to 4 days, i was able to get up and move around, slowly. Then 1 week afterwards I was able to drive, do some stuff (although my head was itching and had slight pings of pains...ice packs helped!). 2 weeks afterwards, I was pretty much fully healed. Can't wait for my second one. LOL!

Watch a lot of movies, and just chhhiiiiiillllllllllllllll! :-) It will get better...the pain will be all worth it. Even now, looking back, I'm thinking...wow, I don't remember!

03-20-2008, 07:21 AM	#11 (permalink)
LadySekhmet Cyborg Queen Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Las Vegas! Posts: 584	Yes black and blue eye is normal. Some people have different ways of healing. My neck had a huge yellowy bruise and a small bruise above my eye due to the electrical simulation they use on my face so the doctor knows exactly what facial nerves to avoid. I did not have a black and blue eye, but I know a few people that did. Yes it's normal that you will feel very "uncomfortable" for a few days. I find putting my head on a bunch of down pillows, and resting on a very soft couch helps a lot. if you're feeling a lot of PAIN...do not get them mixed up with being uncomfortable...and the pain meds are not helping, then go tell the doctor. If you find yourself that you cannot sleep well, maybe you can ask your doctor to prescribe you a mild sleeping pill. I know I had a difficult time sleeping well during the night (mind you, I suffer from insomnia at the same time). If you find your neck feeling stiff/sore...try to "stretch" it out a little. Turn your head sideways a few times. Over time it will get better...it's because you're laying down on the operating table and having your neck turned for a few hours...so it's bound to be stiff. I found what helps is putting an ice bag on my implanted side, and sleeping on the couch (due to restricted movement, so I have my back against the back of the couch...if that makes any sense), and popping in my pain meds every 5 to 6 hours. After about 3 to 4 days, i was able to get up and move around, slowly. Then 1 week afterwards I was able to drive, do some stuff (although my head was itching and had slight pings of pains...ice packs helped!). 2 weeks afterwards, I was pretty much fully healed. Can't wait for my second one. LOL! Watch a lot of movies, and just chhhiiiiiillllllllllllllll! :-) It will get better...the pain will be all worth it. Even now, looking back, I'm thinking...wow, I don't remember! __________________ LEFT: Implanted: 1/10/08 with Freedom Implant Activated: 2/1/08 Freedom RIGHT: Implanted: 5/15/08 with Freedom Implant Activated: 6/13/08 Freedom http://cyborgqueen.blogspot.com