Next question - on waking
Hi again - still gathering info before my DMX (@kmakm - this might help you too!) and my next question is - what were you wrapped in when you woke up from surgery? I know each surgeon has their own te...
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@kmakm I had 4 drains - 2 each side. One came out yesterday. My PS says he wants them draining no more than 30ml-40ml in 24 hours before they can come out. They come and empty them once a day - at midnight. Not sure why midnight! They’re steadily getting less full each night but still over 100ml. I guess it’s only been just over 3 days so I’m being a bit of an impatient patient. They do prefer that you go home without drains and I honestly would prefer that too but I think it depends which hospital you are in also. My MIL went home with a drain. Apparently on rare occasions a drain can be required to stay in for a few weeks.
I’m not allowed to shower with drains in - only to wash below the waist and sponge with a cloth. That’s making me feel very ‘icky’ and I’m still developing my coordination with drain bag juggling.
The drain bags you get from the breast care nurse, that are made by volunteers, are absolutely lovely. They tie up but I’m finding them a bit hard to keep on my shoulders. @kmakm I really recommend wearing them around your neck when you’re ready. It gives you two hands free to wash as best as you can and move around the bathroom more easily. What’s the date for your surgery?
I’m not allowed to shower with drains in - only to wash below the waist and sponge with a cloth. That’s making me feel very ‘icky’ and I’m still developing my coordination with drain bag juggling.
The drain bags you get from the breast care nurse, that are made by volunteers, are absolutely lovely. They tie up but I’m finding them a bit hard to keep on my shoulders. @kmakm I really recommend wearing them around your neck when you’re ready. It gives you two hands free to wash as best as you can and move around the bathroom more easily. What’s the date for your surgery?