Post surgery
I’m 66 and a paraplegic. Just been diagnosed and having a mastectomy in 2 days time. I’ve decided to go for bilateral if she agrees and there’s enough time in the theatre but I want to know how much c...
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Hello @Marycipk - I agree with @TonyaM (above) that going for the double is the best decision - like her, I am wanting number 2 removed as the lopsided issue can be a nuisance.
Before surgery, make sure you have as much as possible at a height where you don't need to lift your arms or stretch too far. Things like your coffee/tea making supplies, cooking, clothes etc. If you have a clothes airer this is better than stretching for a clothes line - but you probably have most of this in place all the time anyway. Just think about minimizing the need to have a pull on the stitches. There is little pain really and the hospital will provide medications - don't be a martyr, take them when needs be.
Sort out easy to wear clothing and pillows for comfort. Take any assistance offered to you !
You will be provided with gentle stretching exercises to minimize issues so make sure you keep up with them.
Take care, all the best and we will hear from you when you are home again. 💖
Before surgery, make sure you have as much as possible at a height where you don't need to lift your arms or stretch too far. Things like your coffee/tea making supplies, cooking, clothes etc. If you have a clothes airer this is better than stretching for a clothes line - but you probably have most of this in place all the time anyway. Just think about minimizing the need to have a pull on the stitches. There is little pain really and the hospital will provide medications - don't be a martyr, take them when needs be.
Sort out easy to wear clothing and pillows for comfort. Take any assistance offered to you !
You will be provided with gentle stretching exercises to minimize issues so make sure you keep up with them.
Take care, all the best and we will hear from you when you are home again. 💖