Well its finally here...i completed preop today and will be ready to rock and roll first thing in the morning @ 530!!

I m beyond nervous! Im worried! Ive prayed and have others praying with me...idk what to expect..any advice?

What did you take/need/use durung your hospital stay? Pain levels?

Congrats !!! I am one week post-op and feeling great!! Definitely bring biotene mouth spray or something similar- the worst part about the first day for me was the incredibly dry mouth i had!!!! I could barely talk!! It helped soooo much!! I wasn't allowed ice chips or anything, just the wet swabs so the spray was a savior for me!!! My pain was not bad at all. My doctor had me on a PCA pain pump which kept me comfortable. Had some bad nausea immediately after surgery in the recovery room but the meds they gave me took care of it!! I was up walking the first night after surgery and everyday after that!! You will do great !! Keep in touch!!

Thanks @Shan5311..i needed that motivation..any dos or donts youbwould suggest during my stay? My first week home? I am active so im ready to return to work asap, what was your recovery time?

Hi Anesia,

My surgery is tomorrow as well, just waiting on the phone call to tell me when. Good luck to you and I wish you a speedy recovery and awesome new healthy life!

Annesia- just do what they tell you to do!! Try to walk as much as you can and fluids when you are allowed. I brought loose pants and a shirt to wear in the halls- wasn't sure I needed it but glad I did- the gown was just so large and bulky!! Kept getting twisted lol. I did sleep a lot but that could be due to that fact that with a toddler at home, I needed to catch up!! Lol as far as recovery time, everyone is different. The only issue I have had is weak and lightheaded. But the protein helps that. Haven't had much pain and no vomiting or anything like that. Hopefully your recovery will go smoothly also!!!

@@Healthybefore50 i pray for great success for you...cant wait to talk to you tmrw afterwards!!

@@Shan5311 thanks again

..i will b in contact tmrw!!