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such_is_life
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14 years ago

how long was your hosptial stay

Hi quick question, I am having bilateral mastectomies with expanders this week and wondered for all those  whom had had the same surgery how long you where in hospital and how long until you where allowed to shower, also did you have a urinary catheter on the first day, all questions I forgot to ask, I know about the drains think I get 4 as having sentinal node biopsy on one side, thanks in advance for all your time and advice ladies.

Ta again Narelle xx 

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    chemostyle
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    14 years ago

    it really depends, usually 4 days +.  I've stayed for 8 nights in Private Hospital, and had single mastectomy, lymph node and expander.    Best to call your the surgeon who is responsible for your expanders & the drains (in my case)  Bring a light & pretty tot bag + a scarf, so you can carry/hide the drains when you are mobile around the hospital.  It was important to me, as I didn't want my young children to see them - it was "just mummy's hospital handbag ;)".  

    All the best, will be thinking of you. 

    amy