Ok, A Gross Question About Drain

[GivingItMyAll 168]

Does everyone have a drain after surgery??

No, no drain here.

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[MamaM 72]

Does everyone have a drain after surgery??

Nope. My doc did say that if needed I would have one. I never thought to ask what his criteria were for deciding if it was needed or not. I didn't have one.

I did have a cath b/c My surgery was so long. Got it removed the next morning. I actually was glad for it when looking back. I was in no shape to try to get to the bathroom that first night.

[reneeclark1276 7]

I know my doc used the robot. I freaked and was like what if the robot spazs out in me lol

[MKinVA 20]

I think it depends on the doctor's technique. I know I've seen some people say they didn't have a drain; I did' date=' but I knew ahead of time I was going to. Best thing to do is ask your surgeon. Mine was in for a week. You can't shower with a drain in (which was annoying) but you can wash up with a cloth. I was glad to get that out![/quote']

I am less than a week before surgery and neither my doctor nor any paperwork have mentioned a drain. Not a problem, though. I will go with whatever works!

[MKinVA 20]

I know my doc used the robot. I freaked and was like what if the robot spazs out in me lol

My doctor is using the robot as well. I have seen lots of sci-fi movies, but I still trust the doc.