Guest guest Posted November 24, 2001 Report Share Posted November 24, 2001 > I only have 3 weeks to go until surgery and I am wondering about two things > that I am hoping a few of you will share with me.... > > 1...On average (bearing in mind that I plan for no complications, which will > obviously be unforeseen) how many days aftr surgery did you return home? Typically one spends 5-7 nights in the hospital, depending on your condition going in. It can be longer if complications arise. > 2...What did you take with you to hospital (I have the normal things such as > Dressing gown, nighties, slippers, books, toiletries etc) but I am sure that > there are other things that could make my stay a little more comfortable. I really didn't need much. Slippers are usefull, though the hospital booties were fine for walking. Women are said to need appropriate hygene products (can't comment personally on that). > opppssss and 3...What extras do you think I will need at home, so I can > stock up and not have to be sending my husand on errands (when I say extras > I am not talking about Loo paper or groceries, I am meaning after surgery > extras)? > Maybee some liqued tylenol, some chewable multi-vitamins. Don't stock up much on food, as you will not know what goes down well until you try things. I found that I like sherbit as a treat, eggs and cheese go well. I eat very small hamburgers and a tiny bit of chicken or sausage - and I do mean a tiny bit. Protien shakes and bars might come in handy. You should stock up on water bottles. Hull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2001 Report Share Posted November 25, 2001 Thanks Chris Re: PRE-OP QUESTIONS > I only have 3 weeks to go until surgery and I am wondering about two things > that I am hoping a few of you will share with me.... > > 1...On average (bearing in mind that I plan for no complications, which will > obviously be unforeseen) how many days aftr surgery did you return home? Typically one spends 5-7 nights in the hospital, depending on your condition going in. It can be longer if complications arise. > 2...What did you take with you to hospital (I have the normal things such as > Dressing gown, nighties, slippers, books, toiletries etc) but I am sure that > there are other things that could make my stay a little more comfortable. I really didn't need much. Slippers are usefull, though the hospital booties were fine for walking. Women are said to need appropriate hygene products (can't comment personally on that). > opppssss and 3...What extras do you think I will need at home, so I can > stock up and not have to be sending my husand on errands (when I say extras > I am not talking about Loo paper or groceries, I am meaning after surgery > extras)? > Maybee some liqued tylenol, some chewable multi-vitamins. Don't stock up much on food, as you will not know what goes down well until you try things. I found that I like sherbit as a treat, eggs and cheese go well. I eat very small hamburgers and a tiny bit of chicken or sausage - and I do mean a tiny bit. Protien shakes and bars might come in handy. You should stock up on water bottles. Hull ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2001 Report Share Posted November 25, 2001 Hi Tracey! Great name! Love the spelling, too! I left the hospital the morning of day 5. I stayed in town for my follow up on Tuesday because I lived 5 hours away. I've heard a 3-5 day stay is average. I would also suggest taking chapstick to the hospital. Really helped me through those first few days when they only allowed me ice chips. Keeps your mouth from feeling so dry. For after surgery extras, a sipper would be a good idea so you can have water with you at all times. Also, something that's helped me enormously is a " grabber " . It's just a plastic long handled device you use to pick things up that you will inevitibly drop. It won't work for something heavy like a soup can but it's great for just about anything else, toilet paper, napkins, small box of instant mashed potatoes, wallet, telephone handset, etc. Good luck with your surgery!! Tracey in Santee (San Diego) Dr. Keshishian 11/12/01 > 1...On average (bearing in mind that I plan for no complications, which will > obviously be unforeseen) how many days aftr surgery did you return home? > > 2...What did you take with you to hospital (> >and 3...What extras do you think I will need at home, so I can > stock up and not have to be sending my husand on errands> > Thanks heaps in Advance > > Hugs > Tracey (Brisbane Australia) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 25, 2001 Report Share Posted November 25, 2001 1. avg stay is 3-7 days. depends on your situation. lucky me i was in for 2 wks and 2 days. i was very ready to get out of there! lol 2. i took way too much stuff. you don't really need much. take your slip on houseshoes or even a pair of thongs to walk in. take personal care items: toothbrush and paste, shampoo and soap, deodorant, hair brush, lotion, chapstick, babywipes or cottonelle wipes, wood spoon or tongs to reach your tushie (if you have that problem), ask for a peri-care bottle to help rinse off before wiping. never used a nightgown, just wore the hospital's. used a second one worn backwards for a housecoat when walking halls. you probably won't feel like reading while you are in, so skip the books and mags. just veg out with the tv on. you will be sleeping alot. take some really loose clothes with you to wear home. i was very swollen after surgery so had to borrow a housedress from my MIL to wear home. dresses are most comfortable afterward. no elastic waists to bother you near your incision(s). oh yeah, take some sanitary pads just in case your period starts after surgery. i spotted for a few days. it's good to take a small notebook and pen so you can keep a journal of your experience. write down what your doc says when he visits. write down questions as you think of them so you will have them ready when you see the doc. i have read my notes several times as things get fuzzy after a while and i don't remember them clearly. then at home i used it to write down the day/time of when i took meds and how much i would eat/drink. if i ran a temp, had pains, whatever. it's really very helpful. 3. tylenol tabs for general aches and pains, if you aren't using RX pain meds. a fever thermometer to make sure you don't start running a temp. chewable vits, flintstones brand was palatable. some peroxide and antibiotic ointment for wound care at home, or ask the hospital for some to take with you. i just took what they had been using on me in my hospital room. they would have thrown it away after i left. a chair/bedside table to keep your water and meds and books/mags in easy reach. plastic spoons and forks and plates/bowls/cups so you don't have to worry about washing dishes for a while. that's all i can think of for now. hope this helps. good luck! mary y > I only have 3 weeks to go until surgery and I am wondering about two things > that I am hoping a few of you will share with me.... > > 1...On average (bearing in mind that I plan for no complications, which will > obviously be unforeseen) how many days aftr surgery did you return home? > > 2...What did you take with you to hospital (I have the normal things such as > Dressing gown, nighties, slippers, books, toiletries etc) but I am sure that > there are other things that could make my stay a little more comfortable. > > opppssss and 3...What extras do you think I will need at home, so I can > stock up and not have to be sending my husand on errands (when I say extras > I am not talking about Loo paper or groceries, I am meaning after surgery > extras)? > > Thanks heaps in Advance > > Hugs > Tracey (Brisbane Australia) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 26, 2001 Report Share Posted November 26, 2001 thanks mary for all that information that helps alot belinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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