In this video, I break down my thoughts pre and post surgery, and include brief discussions throughout my 2 weeks of recovery. I hope you find this helpful! Let me know what questions you have in the comments below or visit http://www.HappyArtichoke.com and fill out the Contact Me button.

Edit/Update: By Post Op Day 17 I was able to go back down to my prescribed amount of Calcium without issue. I also soaked my steristrips with soap and water and removed them after being directed to do so by my doctor.

Calcitriol is pronounced Calci-TRY-ol... not how I was pronouncing it haha

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