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Open heart surgery

2022-03-05 01:06:55
Hello Doc, My mom had open heart surgery a week back. Her valve was not working and was replaced by a metallic valve. Now post operation, she has lost her appetite and sleep. Is this common? What can be done to improve her appetite and sleep issues. Thank you in advance. Regards, Deepa
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Nothing to worry It is common after surgery

Answered2022-03-12 11:16:20

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Consult a operate surgeon
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Side effect——medicine you are on—-

Answered2022-03-05 10:42:02

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Usually when in ICU post surgery, it's difficult to maintain sleep timings and it's take some time to adjust for them after discharge, ask her not to sleep during daytime and expose her to sunlight, it should settle.

Answered2022-03-05 02:10:58

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Probably this is due to side-effects of medicine she is on. Also anxiety is a cause. Some medicines can help

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