ralph

[ralphlazar]

I recently had a splenectomy. What should be my concerns and how can I deal with them

[Nitrobunny]

The main thing is having to “redo” some of your vaccinations within so many weeks after your surgery. Your liver will assume some of the functions your spleen did but overall you likely won’t notice anything different.

[ralphlazar in reply to Nitrobunny]

What about diet

[Nitrobunny in reply to ralphlazar]

Nothing aside from the typical post op stuff. The main thing to remember is it’s going to be a while before your immune system builds back up to normal again. Avoiding large crowds, places where people are sick like a doctor’s waiting rooms and small children for the first few months is wise.

[Belkin123]

Ralph, if you provide more information about your diagnosis and blood test numbers, you will likely receive more specific answers to your question

[Belkin123]

Ralph, Otis 9 months after your surgery. How do you feel now?are you getting IVIG to help with infections? Do you feel better than before the surgery?