slessin 5 Posted February 27, 2013 So I went to see my doctor today and my surgery is set for March 18th. That's only 3 weeks away!!!! I have to go to my primary doctor and get blood work done first and then an x ray done of my chest. After that I have to take a 4 hour course and then I'm ready!! Any advice as far as what I'll want to bring to the hospital? They said ill be there Monday through Wednesday. Everything helps!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cartmansnj 105 Posted February 27, 2013 I was only in the hospital one night. I took a bunch of stuff and really did not use any of it. I had surgery on WED and went home on thursday. If you use a CPAP you do need to bring that with you to the hospital. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slessin 5 Posted February 27, 2013 My doctor has told me its a mandatory stay sadly. So I'll be there 3 days. I don't use what you were saying. I just am going through what I might want as I'm laying there for two nights. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cartmansnj 105 Posted February 27, 2013 All I wanted to do the night of surgery was sleep and hit the pain med button. But I would say a laptop or ipad if you have one. Your cell phone and charger. Maybe some magazines or a book. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cartmansnj 105 Posted February 27, 2013 Toothbrush, toothpaste etc.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slessin 5 Posted February 27, 2013 Great ideas. I don't have a laptop sadly but I do have my nook I can read Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
No game 14,437 Posted February 27, 2013 I brought a big comfy sweater to wear over the hospital gown because your going to be up and walking a lot.. I don't know it your a boy or a girl.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slessin 5 Posted February 27, 2013 I am a girl I just haven't set up my profile yet. 25 years old 5'7 and 220lbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
No game 14,437 Posted February 27, 2013 Hehe.. Ok I brought lotion, hair ties, nook also! A comfy cami type sports bra that closes in the front cause I hate the girls swinging free when I'm walking and don't want to sleep in a full bra. The long front zippered sweater I wore over my hospital gown I also wore to and from the hospital with a pair of large yoga type pants. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dinora7 39 Posted February 27, 2013 My stay was also a mandatory 4 day. Phone and charger for sure, a comfy robe (hospitals are cold) over hosp gown makes it better, I was glad I brought my slippers it helped with the walking and allowed me to walk out to gardens and not have my feet get cold. I recommend you get up and walk as much as you can. Toothbrush toothpaste although you may not be able to first day since they don't allow you to drink anything at least that was my case. Small sturdy pillow helps abdomen pain when standing sitting coughing. Careful with your emails, texting and posting during the happy morph button period Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dust 54 Posted February 27, 2013 i stayed one night but had the option to go home the day of surgery.. shoes need to be easy on/easy off bring some loose fitting sweats or something for the ride home chap stick helped me out as my mouth was pretty dry for a couple of days other than that i just had the normal stuff. if they've already given you a spirometer then bring it with you. good luck and have fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smblalock5 9 Posted February 27, 2013 I was very glad that I brought my heating pad, it helped so much!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites