Entry #4: My Surgery Almost Killed Me | The Recovery Diaries

Welcome to another entry of **The Recovery Diaries**. In this episode, Mavi Rodriguez sits down with **Danae De Guelle** to hear the story of a surgery that turned into a life-threatening medical emergency. What Danae thought would be a routine hernia repair became months of complications, multiple surgeries, wound care, and an infection that completely changed the way she thinks about surgery and recovery. Danae shares what happened when her incision began to change, the warning signs she experienced, spending months going in and out of the hospital, and the mental impact of surviving such a frightening experience. She also opens up about the lessons she took from her recovery: asking questions before surgery, understanding what recovery will actually look like, having a support system, listening to your body, and—most importantly—**advocating for yourself when something doesn't feel right.** This conversation is a reminder that recovery is not something that happens after the "real" procedure. **Recovery is part of the journey.** Mavi and Danae also discuss how patients can better prepare themselves for surgery, the importance of communicating with your medical team, and why patients should never be afraid to speak up. ⚠️ **Disclaimer:** This episode shares personal experiences and opinions and is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your qualified healthcare professional about your individual surgery, recovery, symptoms, medications, nutrition, or treatment. **✨ BE PART OF THE DIARIES** Do you have a story that needs to be told? I am looking for brave women to join me on The Recovery Diaries to share their raw, unfiltered surgery and healing journeys. Your story could be the light someone else needs during their recovery.  💌 DM me on Instagram @bigbuttsnoliespodcast with the sentence **"I WANT TO SHARE MY DIARY ENTRY"** to apply!  **👉 Connect with our Guest:** - Danae**:**  @livingproofprotocols 💕 Don't forget to hit **SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW** so you never miss a new entry into the diaries! **#TheRecoveryDiaries #PlasticSurgeryRecovery #SurgeryRecovery #SurgeryComplications #PatientAdvocacy #RecoveryJourney #PlasticSurgery #SurgeryPreparation #HerniaRepair #WomenSupportingWomen** Send us Fan Mail Support the show 📞 **Want help planning your surgery?** Book a discovery call with Mavi Rodriguez. 🌐 Visit our website: www.bigbuttsnolies.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @bigbuttsnoliespodcast 📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube