u/InevitableNo6883

Three weeks post-op here. In hard cast. Wondering if others have experienced this. I know purple toes can be expected when moving and doing things upright. Doctor said when it happens to elevate for 20 minutes. My question is- do you experience inconsistency with the purpling? I mean yesterday I was up and about doing a few things and didn’t notice purple toes or pressure once. Today I was up for maybe 25 mins and noticed purpling and pressure. Will this be the case the entire time my cast is on? When can I anticipate the dogs getting back to normal and not looking like sausages?

I’ll be starting 1.5mg next week. I had a major surgery limiting my ability to exercise. I can’t put weight on my foot for 3 more weeks and then I’ll be able to walk in a walking boot before starting PT.

I’m concerned about starting, but it was prescribed by my doc since I’ll be low activity for a few months I’m concerned about weight gain (I’m already “obese” perjury).

I guess I’m nervous about side effects with limited mobility. Has anyone found any tips or tricks for reducing heartburn or nausea? I don’t want to be miserable while healing either.

36M

*Edit to add I’m also concerned I won’t get results on 1.5 if I can’t exercise. Should I delay my start until I heal?