Esophagectomy surgery 10 days post-op

[thisjourney]

Hello kind people. I had my IL Esophagectomy surgery Aug. 16th. Everything has gone well and my lymph nodes that were removed did not have any cancer in them (YAY!). One thing I have been experimenting is night sweats. I wake up soaked in my bed clothes. I haven't determined if this is from surgery, the pain meds , or the removal of my lymph nodes. Any thoughts?

[Cavalier3]

Hello this journey! Ah that’s brilliant news on all counts.. I’ve been thinking about you. I’m just coming up to 18months post IL surgery and I really can’t remember. I was still on a load of pain medication at that point. Your body has been through a lot so I wouldn’t worry too much. It sounds as though your doing great. We’re here for you if you need us. Sue x

[Deeedals]

So thrilled all went well and sounds as if you’re doing great. I can’t remember the sweats but every journey is different . Wishing you continued recovery xx

[toneman]

I would ask your doctor. Could be meds. I was in ICU for 10 days after my surgery, am 5 years out now. The meds kept me in a fog for my stay but also do not remember any night sweats. Good to hear your nodes were clear.

[petercaron]

Congratulations. I am approaching my 5 year surgical anniversary. It does get better

I would say the sweats are coming from the drugs. Stay on the drugs for now and live with the sweats.

[Brett77]

Everything takes time to settle down. EVERYTHING! I wouldn’t be too worried. Just make sure you stay hydrated if sweating a lot.

[kiddy]

Hi,Glad surgery went well. I am over 5years post IL don’t remember night sweats could be anxiety or meds. As long as you havn’t got a temperature I would say it’s your body adjusting.

Speak with your specialist nurse early days .

Good Luck

Debbie