Meeting with Surgeon Tomorrow

[Toyia 2]

Hi All,

I have a meeting tomorrow at 1 pm with my surgeon...I am up trying to think of some questions...this is the list now...am I missing anything...any suggestions would be helpful. This is my last appt before my surgery on Monday, Aug. 8th.

Questions for the doctor:

What size bougie is he going to use?

Can I have my gall bladder out?

Can I use a wrap on my stomach for support after the surgery and if so what kind (will the hospital give me something)?

On the day of surgery…how can I survive with no food or drink from midnight to 2 pm…can I brush my teeth?

Can I have Gas-X and sugar free cough drops right after the surgery - I read that these items are helpful to have with you?

Thanks in advance,

Toyia

[dalistone 2]

My questions are how long until I can drive? How long until I can lift and what are the lifting limits? (I have a disabled husband at home, so I do all the driving and shopping, etc. I'll have to have a friend stay here to help.)

I take a lot of medication so I need to know how to handle that. (High cholesterol, diabetes, acid re flux, etc.) I'm used to taking Vitamins and supplements, so I need to find replacements for those if still needed. (I take Iron and Calcium with D as well as a 1 a day.)

Thanks for your list. It's helping me with mine!

[Toyia 2]

Thanks for your help Dalistone... I am going to add some of your questions. I am on my way to the doctor's office now I am so excited.

Toyia