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Okay guys - - I'm asking all of your advice on this one. In your experiences - - what are the most important things I should purchase or have when I get out of surgery - - ex: heating pad..etc... Thank you so much!!!

Quinn

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    food wise..depending on your Dr's orders:

    sugar free Jello

    Sugar free freeze pops

    Crystal light

    broth

    Skim milk

    Meds:

    Gas-X

    Tylenol (liquid or adult chewable)

    Odds and ends:

    Heating pad

    Multiple pillows (for propping..and also good to hold against your stomach)

    Entertainment of any kind (magazines, books, dvds..)

    Slip on shoes

    Loose fitting clothing

    Chapstick

    Hope that helps! Good luck!!

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    Thank you for the link. I'm so sorry! I didnt realize. Gas-X definately seems to be a universal answer :)

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    Hey Quinn.....me again. One thing I forgot to mention is that BIDMC has wireless internet. You can bring your laptop and give us your progress in real time!!! LOL

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