MY updated list of things to bring.....

[Torias mom 14]

After reading posts here and other forums, iv'e been going crazy adding things to my list. What I've added..... gloves in case nursed don't change them in front of you. Waterproof bandages, in case of infection from the Water... Gas X, I hear they don't have that in Mexico, Compression/Anti Embolism stockings to wear home on the plane. Ear plugs, eye mask, heating pad. Wash clothes. I have an app on my phone for spanish/english dictionary translation. Oh, I'm also bringing a real book because I tend to drop my phone when I'm reading drowsy and don't want to break it. This is in addition to my clothes. I'm still hoping to take a small bag that I can carry on and put overhead but..... well its sounding like a lot of stuff now... I'll be leaving one of my daughters pillow pets in the car for the 1.5 hr ride home once the plane lands also.

[Christian Zaccone 243]

where in NH>?? Why u going to Mexico?

[Torias mom 14]

I'm over in the SW corner of NH, by VT. Going to Mexico for the sleeve, since its an employer exclusion on my insurance policy.

[mmhutch 28]

Who is doing your surgery in MX? I just got back from being sleeved by Dr Elias Ortiz. The hospital put compression stockings on me prior to surgery that were mine to keep. I wore them for my stay at the hospital.

The hospital also does not have washcloths. Bring your own if needed.

Non-stick gauze pads, Neosporin, and paper tape will come in handy.

Slippers for walking the halls. I did not receive any of the nonslip socks like we have in the States.

My best to you.

[Susysleever 265]

No washcloths? No bandages? Byoeverything.

[mmhutch 28]

No washcloths? No bandages? Byoeverything.

They had bandages at the hospital. You come out of surgery bandaged up. But when you go to the hotel, you need to change them. A Lighter Me provided bandages and tape for me. But not all groups provide these things for patients.

[gastricsleever 259]

They had bandages at the hospital. You come out of surgery bandaged up. But when you go to the hotel, you need to change them. A Lighter Me provided bandages and tape for me. But not all groups provide these things for patients.

I went with dr Ariel Ortiz- they stitched incisions on the inside and glue on the outside. My friend had surgery the same day with dr Elias Ortiz and they did not glue the outside of the incisions so she had to change the gauze and band aids everyday herself. They did provide this stuff for her. My hospital didn't provide it bc we didn't need it, since we had glue.

[Susysleever 265]

So you would need take in bandages for the hotel?

[Susysleever 265]

So you would need tape and bandages for the hotel?

Edited February 25, 2014 by Susysleever

[Jredington 6]

One word.....Walmart! It's a half mile from the Marriott. I made the walk less than 48 hours after my surgery. I bought the Water proof bandages and antiseptic spray for less than I would have in Chicago. I FELT I needed all of that however in reality, it was just a comfort thing. I didnt want my clothing rubbing against my sutures. Also, the water at the Marriott and Mi Doctor is filtered. Whomever had the "dirty water" fear can relax. Ecolab provides filtration for the hotel. You are safe!