10 days to go til surgery
Hi there everyone. Can anyone give me any tips on what I need to do/buy/stock up on before my surgery? I know I have 10 days to go but will have a pretty hectic schedule until then so tomorrow is re...
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All the best for your surgery, @arnlybub
Be prepared for possible Emotion as you leave your loved ones behind as you are admitted .... I was FINE up til then! Then I blubbed, big time! Earplugs and an eye mask helped me they the overnight stay. It is almost impossible to sleep in a hospital otherwise.
Take whatever painkillers as you can and keep the level up for about a week (more if needed) so the pain doesn’t kick in and make it difficult to sleep.
I found that a small pillow under the affected arm at night helped relieve discomfort, specially once you can sleep on the ‘other side’. It basically keeps the almost arm level with the body which prevents more pain/discomfort.
Your ability to reach or pick up heavy things will be limited for a while .... so precooking meals & freezing them would be a bonus. A buddy actually arranged for a week of ‘Light & Easy’ meals delivered so she didn’t have to do ANY cooking as she lives on her own!! Clever lady!
i never had an issue with needing laxatives ... I think that is only if you are out on endone for any length of time.
I am sure there will be more tips coming your way ....
all the best xx
Be prepared for possible Emotion as you leave your loved ones behind as you are admitted .... I was FINE up til then! Then I blubbed, big time! Earplugs and an eye mask helped me they the overnight stay. It is almost impossible to sleep in a hospital otherwise.
Take whatever painkillers as you can and keep the level up for about a week (more if needed) so the pain doesn’t kick in and make it difficult to sleep.
I found that a small pillow under the affected arm at night helped relieve discomfort, specially once you can sleep on the ‘other side’. It basically keeps the almost arm level with the body which prevents more pain/discomfort.
Your ability to reach or pick up heavy things will be limited for a while .... so precooking meals & freezing them would be a bonus. A buddy actually arranged for a week of ‘Light & Easy’ meals delivered so she didn’t have to do ANY cooking as she lives on her own!! Clever lady!
i never had an issue with needing laxatives ... I think that is only if you are out on endone for any length of time.
I am sure there will be more tips coming your way ....
all the best xx