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Hulos
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9 years ago

Prep for surgery

Hi,
 Having my surgery  on 31/5, i am very scared although its no longer mastectomy but lumpectomy. 
The 16 rounds  of chemo has shrunk my tumour,  that is thecreason including removal  of lymp nodes. .not sure how many.
My question is, what should i be taking to hospital for night  wear to wear in and out of hospital  etc..
Any suggestions is much  appreciated. .thank you xxx

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  • Zoffiel's avatar
    Zoffiel
    Member
    9 years ago
    Take a thermos mug if you enjoy a cuppa. Hospital cups are dreadful and many now use cardboard. Ewww!  It's good to be able to make a cup of tea that stays hot, I'm notorious for prowling the wards at night looking for the kitchen.
    Front opening tops are the go as everyone seems to want to peer a your chest. Something with short or wide sleeves is best if you are in overnight and have a drip in your arm.
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    Megsie59
    Member
    9 years ago
    I found front opening PJ tops with short sleeves very comfortable (try Sussan). Comfy, knit elastic waisted pants are also good (Myer intimate apparel dept had some in navy and grey which were great). You will likely be in a gown before and after surgery but they may shower you pretty much the day or second day after surgery and then it's nice to put on fresh clothes. You may have a drain in (I did but that was for a mastectomy) but you don't need special tops to accommodate that. I had a pair of soft slippers to walk around the ward once I was up, helpful if they have have a reasonable sole, non-slip. Air con may be a bit cool - I had a cardigan, again, front opening, but a nice shawl or wrap would do. All the best for your operation!