I'm 27 years old and I live alone and my family lives about 2 hours away. My cousin is coming to stay with me during and a few days after the surgery. My family would like her to bring me home after that for a week or so. Is traveling for 2 hours a bad idea? How long after surgery do I need to see a doctor?

Well, I don't know because I've never had surgery, but my hospital is over an hour away so I will be traveling half that distance the day of my surgery.

I don't think 2 hours is bad, and I think it will be good for you to have people taking care of you for a few days post op.

Hi Jamie,

I had surgery 8:30 Wednesday and flew home 1.5 hour flight on Thursday at 11:30. It wasn't too bad at all. Just had to take Gravol ahead in case of any turbulence. Hope this helps.

You should be fine. Bring along a small pillow to help protect your tummy from the seat belt - the area is swollen inside and sore, and the belt applies pressure in a sensitive spot.