Surgery out of town... what should I bring with me?

[allymb22282 0]

Hi all...

I know I have had a TON of questions lately... Thanks to all who have answered

I am traveling (by car) with my mom from Louisiana to Colorado for my surgery. (Lots of stops and overnights on the way back so I dont have to ride for too long).

Since I will be staying away from home for several days post-banding... could some of you give suggestions on things, foods, etc. That I may want to bring with me? Or random things that I may not have considered yet?

Thanks

[RestlessMonkey 7]

No food, I'm thinking. most docs require several days to 2 weeks of fluids post op. (some even more..but they are in the minority)

A pillow to brace your surgical sites, loose comfy clothes, a large bra (I had one one size up...band width...that I wore surgery day) a cooler for Water, little sugar free Jello packs (I guess that's food) liquid tylenol for pain that doesn't require heavy duty stuff comfortable shoes (you'll need to stop and walk very frequently...and when in the car, make sure you move your legs often...ie pointing your toes, turning your feet in circles, etc...anything to keep blood flowing and prevent clots) and the normal hygiene items like brush comb toothbrush and paste etc...lip balm (not just gloss) because your lips will be VERY dry the 1st few days...glasses if you wear contacts....

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Jello packs...i mean the ones premade like for lunches, not the boxes LOL

[9pdmnm5 0]

Allyson~

Hi! I have not had surgery yet. My surgery is in 2 wks. (yikes!) with Dr. K. so I will have to get back to you with some suggestions. :thumbup: Have you visited the Dr. K thread? All the girls over there are super nice and I'm sure they would be more than willing to help if you posted this question over there. :smile:

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Also if you ever get carsick...make sure your doc knows and can prescribe some anti-nausea meds.

[allymb22282 0]

Yay! I'm sure you are getting excited! Let me know when you get back from Denver if you have any suggestions... also, what facility if your surgery going to be at? Mine is going to be at Crown Point. Let me know!