Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Do I need someone to spend the night after surgery?



Recommended Posts

I am traveling to Dallas for surgery. I am checking into a hotel the day before and planning to stay in it for at least four days after surgery. I will not have anyone with me. Should I? Do I need to have someone stay with me?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My doctor would not release me without a person to take me home. They had to sign that someone would be with me. Honestly I really didn't need someone but I think they feel that it is safer after any surgery to have someone with you. Talk to your doctor to be safe. Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My surgeon insisted I had someone with me for 48 hours , just incase any problems more due to the general a/setic .

My sister stayed over , its nice just to have someone there .

good luck on ya surgery x

best wishes from the uk

Sas x

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Good Morning, I just got my band the 12th of Sept - please please do not go alone - you will definatley need someone who can help you out - DO NOT DO IT ALONE if you are going to be in a hotel room - I took my Best Friend who has an awesome bed side manner - and we were in a hospital friday sat and sunday and then flew home - the fly was the worst make sure you have a wheel chair waiting for you if you are flying - she was there at ever moment and was also able to help me learn what is going to heppen to you and can help you out along your jouney - the first night was the worst and I had alot of pain from the gas - she walked with me every moment I needed to - and was there to give me pain meds - now the pain is not that bad but it will be there - also make sure you take alot of xtra strength GAS X chewables with you for you will need them!!!! - also the next day you will be feeling alot better but you will have your moments - you will be getting pains in your neck from the gas (horrible but bearable - you will need a heating pad - and you will have to walk walk walk - burp and fart as much as you can it will help - but again please do not go alone I beg you - please stay in touch with me I will help all I can - this is a learning experience - All my best Amy

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

It is safer to have someone for a day or two just in case you have a complication, but if everything is normal . . . you don't "need" someone but it is nice to have.

Staying in a hotel for 4 days recovering might be a little boring without someone near, but you will be sleeping alot during the first days. To be honest with you, nothing is better than home for me when I am not feeling my best because my family will help with everything.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My husband had to sign papers when i was being released that he was responsible for me. Also, my lap band experience hasn't been as easy as most on this board. I had a slight complication during surgery, the surgeon couldn't get my bleeding to stop when they closed me up so they had to sew onto my muscle all around the incision. I was in extreme pain so i had to stay in the recovery room and the hospital way longer than expected. I came out of surgery around 3:00 and didn't go home till around 7:00. My doctor told me i was going to be hurting more than normal for a while. My husband had to take the next day off from work 'cause i couldn't get up by myself and i needed alot of help. I don't know what i would have done without him! It has taken me exactly 1 month to not have alot of pain when bending over. So you never know if you may not be as lucky as others. Don't mean to scare you, just saying that it is always better to be prepared. Just wanted to give a different view for you to consider. Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×