So pleased to find some older women here, just diagnosed
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haha, @kamada - the funniest bit was that I kept trying to get off whilst the machine was still high up in the sky (to get the machine underneath to access my boob!) They threatened to put a seat belt on me (cos I would 'slide off' face down, feeling for the floor with my feet, rather than trying to sit up & spin round - cos my arthritis made that difficult!)
We also have a couple of humorous posts here, that will give you a giggle - feel free to add to them with anything that tickles your fancy!
You will find many 'silly situations' that you get into like this that will bring a smile to your face now & then!
All the best for your surgery on Tues, @Pip47 - I wore my bra to bed for the first couple of nights, as 'wound protection' as much as anything else! Here's a few things to consider taking with you to hospital - the ear plugs & eye mask were essential as hospitals are full of lights & very noisy, even at night!
Comfort in bed - if still cold
We also have a couple of humorous posts here, that will give you a giggle - feel free to add to them with anything that tickles your fancy!
You will find many 'silly situations' that you get into like this that will bring a smile to your face now & then!
All the best for your surgery on Tues, @Pip47 - I wore my bra to bed for the first couple of nights, as 'wound protection' as much as anything else! Here's a few things to consider taking with you to hospital - the ear plugs & eye mask were essential as hospitals are full of lights & very noisy, even at night!
Comfort in bed - if still cold
- Fluffy blanket or wrap or large cotton scarf to keep your shoulders warm
- Favourite pillow or triangle pillow - great to support the affected arm
- Ear plugs to block out noise and eye mask to block out lights
- Zip front jacket or track suit
- Easy to slip on shoes or slippers
- Light dressing gown & Button up PJ's/night dress
- Loose comfy pants trousers - easy to put on the next day.
- Facial wipes to freshen up without a shower
- Dry shampoo is great until you can have a shower and wash your hair
- Lip balm for dry lips in air conditioning
- Nice body wash or soap and moisturizer
- Small manicure kit and small mirror
- Medications you are currently taking in their original packaging
- Drink bottle with a sipper top (easier than cup and straw)
- Snacks for in between meals
- Your preferred tea bags/coffe etc
- Note pad or diary and pen to record your experiences
- A kindle or magazines/puzzles
- IPad/iPod with music, movies and games (don't forget earphones and chargers)
- Phone (charger and extension cord so can reach if on charge)
- Meditation app on phone