Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 , yes to both. Some doc may want you to continue for awhile, he will need to see what all you take and he will need to check your levels of what it is you take to make that decision at that time. The hospital does not have hair dryers or anything like that. Pearl **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 , You probably won't need the hair dryer. You won't be too bothered about your appearance for a few days. Although, one time when I was in DMC for something or other, a newbie woke up every morning, took her shower and put on full makeup and did her hair before she'd even walk the hall. I thought she was crazy. I didn't take my meds with me because your medical conditions will alter the minute doc opens you up. If you need something, he'll know about it and prescribe it. You might just take a list though, which he already has I'm sure. _____ From: DS_Friends_Keshishian [mailto:DS_Friends_Keshishian ] On Behalf Of Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2008 9:45 AM To: DS_Friends_Keshishian Subject: Packing for Delano A couple of questions as I am trying to pack for this trip: 1) Do we bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? 2) What about a hair dryer for in the hospital? Do we bring our own or what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 , I'd take your moisturizing lotion, a 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner,etc...little comforts that make you feel pampered, but you're not going to want to blow dry your hair and put on make up most likely. I'd tongs or something to help you 'reach' for when you're going to the bathroom as you're not going to be able to stretch. I think there's a list of things to take in the links section? You'll also want a bathrobe as well, for when you're walking the hallways. I'm trying to think of what else you may need (or would want), but its been a long time. Some of the more recent post-ops maybe able to share what they brought or what they wished they had brought! *hugs* Anita in San > > A couple of questions as I am trying to pack for this trip: 1) Do we > bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? 2) What > about a hair dryer for in the hospital? Do we bring our own or what? > > Bellingham, WA > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 > 1) Do we >bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? , I took all my meds with me. We saw Dr. K. the day before surgery, he looked at each one, and told us what to keep taking and what to throw away. I went from 21 scripts pre-DS to ONE daily after my surgery plus four others to use on an " as needed basis " for a couple problems that crop up maybe once or twice a year. I'd suggest taking everything with you and let Dr. K. make the call. Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Always bring your current meds with you to any doctor visits or hospital visits. It eliminates the need for remembering and can eliminate any confusion if there are questions. As far as the blow dryer, I brought my own but don't know if the hospital had one....Sorry! At the hospitals here I worked at we kept one for the floor but it was usually in use somewhere. Mel **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 , Yes, the hospital is going to want to see your meds. Dr. K's staff asks you for them as well. So, you are going to need to bring them. The hospital doesn't have a hair dryer, but I don't think you will feel like drying your hair. I have short hair and just washed it with a shampoo/condition, then let it air dry. Best of luck to you. Have faith. You must think you are not forgotten, that something is happening for you. That we hold you in the palm of our hand, will not falter, nor will we ever let you go. http://toolbar.Care2.com Make your computer carbon-neutral (free). http://www.Care2.com Green Living, Human Rights and more - 7 million members! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 > > A couple of questions as I am trying to pack for this trip: 1) Do we > bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? 2) What > about a hair dryer for in the hospital? Do we bring our own or what? > > Bellingham, WA > ****************** , I personally couldnt have cared less about my hair or makeup or reading material. I only wanted to walk and get out of there! lol as for meds, Dr K would be the one to answer that. Or look at your binder. I wasnt on any meds so I dont know. hth Sharon in Onyx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 In a message dated 1/13/2008 9:34:35 P.M. Central Standard Time, p_welborn13@... writes: Unless your name is Mel and you are from Al. you won't care if you have make-up or not...LOL ________________ Pat! Your so Mean! I didn't want to meet all my new friends face to face without my best face forward...LOL Mel **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 > > A couple of questions as I am trying to pack for this trip: 1) Do we > bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? 2) What > about a hair dryer for in the hospital? Do we bring our own or what? > > Bellingham, WA ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Unless your name is Mel and you are from Al. you won't care if you have make-up or not...LOL I for one didn't care what I looked like and would have never used a hair dryer, of course I have no hair to begin with...LOL Yep, I would bring the meds God bless, Pat > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 Funny you should bring up make up. I was all worried about what I would look like and did not want to look like I had been through the ringer. Then I had the surgery. I didnt care what I looked like and even though I had very long hair at the time, I didnt want it blow dried. The shower alone wore me out. Usually I cannot stand wet hair or putting on clothes when I am still wet- didnt care then.................lol. This whole thing is so funny now. I wouldnt worry about the hair dryer. No need to even make that a concern.But yes- always bring your meds. It is very easy to forget the strength or whatever. Im really excited for you Vicki patricia {pat} wrote: > > A couple of questions as I am trying to pack for this trip: 1) Do we > bring all of our current (meaning pre-op) Rx meds with us? 2) What > about a hair dryer for in the hospital? Do we bring our own or what? > > Bellingham, WA ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Unless your name is Mel and you are from Al. you won't care if you have make-up or not...LOL I for one didn't care what I looked like and would have never used a hair dryer, of course I have no hair to begin with...LOL Yep, I would bring the meds God bless, Pat > **** and Vicki Plough **** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 Mel- Im with you. I always have to make sure my hair, make up and clothes look great. Do I smell a shopping trip coming in my near future? Vicki MDL1031@... wrote: In a message dated 1/13/2008 9:34:35 P.M. Central Standard Time, p_welborn13@... writes: Unless your name is Mel and you are from Al. you won't care if you have make-up or not...LOL ________________ Pat! Your so Mean! I didn't want to meet all my new friends face to face without my best face forward...LOL Mel **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 , As others have written before me, yes you will need to bring all your current meds with you. They will ask for them in the pre-op area. This is a list of items I brought with me, but I didn't use them all. I'll asterisk what I used. Light Robe – so I can walk in the hallway without showing my bum! (They put a second hospital robe over my back. So, I didn't need it!) *Slippers - Make sure they have a good sole and are not slick. *Lip balm Ear Plugs – so I can still get rest even with all the overhead announcements. Hand-held Battery Operated fan Squeeze bottle – for irrigation *Dish sponge w/ Handle - Tongs work well too, but this was easier for me. *Flushable Wipes - wrapped around the had of the dish sponge Pads - Dr. K said women may get their period after surgery. I didn't. Ozium - to help with the odor (I can't stand the smell of the original frangrance!) *Hand Sanitizer Back Scratcher - could not find mine, but it really would have come in handy! Travel size hand lotion - the hospital has some for you. *Toothbrush, toothpaste, deoderant, face cleanser, shampoo, etc. All my medications - after surgery, I didn't need them. The nursing staff will bring you what you need. A Book – although I didn't read it. White shoelaces - they work perfectly for holding your drainage tubes while you're showering etc. You just loop the lace around your neck, then loop one end through the tube which already has a loop on it – tie the two ends together and voila! BUT - the nursing staff makes something out of tape that works just as well, so you don't need them! They will even send a strip home for you to use. *Extra Undies - only needed one pair for the day I went home. *And something comfy to wear home from the hospital (I bought a cotton over-sized dress just for this occasion. I'll probably wear it to the hospital as well.) But, a loose pair of knit pants and a t-shirt would work, too. I hope this helps! Good luck on your surgery! Jolene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 > > Mel- Im with you. I always have to make sure my hair, make up and clothes look great. Do I smell a shopping trip coming in my near future? > > Vicki ***************** Retail therapy? SinO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 LOL- I dont really need a reason to go but I do have a reason not to go- MY HUSBAND!!!!!!!!!!! V- roseofsharon_ps121 wrote: > > Mel- Im with you. I always have to make sure my hair, make up and clothes look great. Do I smell a shopping trip coming in my near future? > > Vicki ***************** Retail therapy? SinO **** and Vicki Plough **** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 In a message dated 1/14/2008 8:36:05 A.M. Central Standard Time, roseofsharon_ps121@... writes: Retail therapy? SinO ________________ A guaranteed mood elevator! Mel **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 --- >, I would second the back scratcher!!!! I had horrible itching on my legs because of the ace bandages, and my husband had gone home to check on our kids and my sister. I called him and told him to bring it right away. I was going insane with the itchiness because I could not reach. It was so bad, (more so because of the pain, immobility, and coming off the anestesia) that I was in tears. That was when the nurses came in a adjusted the bandages and put some lotion on for me. The back scratcher cAme in handy for all sorts of itchiness that one can't reach. Or items on the table you can't reach. I would recommend a fan, a personalized one if you have one, because there are times when I was soooo hot...but then there were times that I was sooo cold too. lol. I would say bring lip balm too. I had the worst dry mouth, which is normal with anestesia. Just know that you will probably pack too much- like I did, thinking that I might want to read or do a word puzzle,which I never really got to. For the most part the hospital will provide you with the basics- tooth paste,toothbrush, soap, shampoo, lotion, and it is sometimes easier to use that than to dig through your bags to get your own stuff, esecially the first few days. I did use my own shampoo, because other shampoos give me dandruff and dry itchy scalp. Good luck and God Bless. All will be okay. Tabbatha- d/s date 11-07-07 @ 371lbs down 70lbs to 300lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 > I would recommend a fan, a personalized one if you have one, because > there are times when I was soooo hot...but then there were times that > I was sooo cold too. lol. ============================== That wing of the hospital (surgical pavilion) has fans for the patients. Plus you can adjust the thermostat in each room. If a fan isn't in your room ask for one. If they are in short supply for the folks wanting a fan...lol...YELL for one. Hugs Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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