Surgery tomorrow morning, have some ?'s

[Meli 1]

When were you able to shower after surgery? Anything unexpected that you faced right after surgery?

[Oopsseedaisy 90]

I did not shower until I got home. The IV was in my arm until right before I was discharged. I was really ready for surgery and can't think of anything unexpected. Did you find Lil miss Diva's list of things to bring to the hospital? Best of luck on a speedy recovery. Remember to sip, rest, walk and repeat.

[gracemarie 6]

Most important bring 1 if not 2 of your bed pillows from home, it makes a world of difference. Don't really bring 2 much, I never opened my books. You are mostly just going to sleep, walk in the hall and back to sleep.

[Gaylebco 11]

I ended up being very sick form the Lortab and basically stayed in the bed till they discharged me the next morning. I got the iv out and went home. I did wash up at the sink right before i left but one of my sites was slightly bleeding. I took a shower after i got home

[his2my2our4 120]

I didn't shower until I came home either. I had packed things like a things to fix my hair, a little make up, a book and my ipod. I used none of it! Take the time to rest and when you're not resting you'll be sipping or walking. Good luck to you!!!

[Sassygirl06 962]

yeah, same here..showered when i got home. you arent allowed to take a bath until your steri strips come off. the main advise is to walk walk walk. it makes you feel better. takes the pressure off that tummy.

good luck tomarrow!

[skinnynursebetty 23]

My surgery was on Thursday and I went home from the hospital on Friday afternoon. I only brought my toothbrush, hairbrush and a few magazines which I actually read one of. The first day I was mostly out of it and slept a lot and watched some TV. The second morning I was up early and went for a walk and brushed my teeth and read my magazine, then I went home! I showered when I got home also and it was much nicer than the hospital. I guess it just depends on how long you stay! Good luck and speedy recovery!

[shellnsons 7]

Great answers I will be sleeved on Saturday of this week and this is good to know..but I am going to Mexico...staying for three days...Good Luck on your journey