I am sure you will get back to doing the things you love with ones you love. You will need to fight for it though. Make sure to ask for physical therapy. You will not feel like you should be moving around but the reality is you will need to. Ask your medical team what you can do. Mine had me walking outside as soon as I got home. I actually began training for my first and so far only mini triathlon after surgery. It was a great way to make sure you continue to work out beyond therapy. Listen to your team when they tell you low sodium diet. BTW most easily done but using what I call not this but that plan. For example, you like spaghetti but don't make your own sauce. Look at all the labels at the store near you that has the biggest selection. You might be surprised to find the lowest sodium option is not the one listed as low sodium. Little Italy found in Cleveland has 140mg and the low sodium 350, regular around 600-700mg.
Good luck, have faith in your team,
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