Having surgery in a few weeks. What did you wish you had brought or were glad you did bring to the hospital?

Chapstick, toothbrush, toothpaste and hair ties. I used all their stuff. And when I wasn't sleeping I was walking. You won't need anything. I brought ipad, a book, cell phone, didn't use em.

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I agree with okiegirl. I had surgery in Mexico and just brought toiletries, underpants (very loose), and an extra teeshirt and yoga pants (also very loose). I brought $200 cash but only used $60-bought some ice pops, paid for some cabs, and a few souvenirs for my kids.

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Yes, I read to bring loose pants so when you walk around u will feel comfortable instead of wearing only the gown. Yes something for your lips and a spray for your throat. A lot of people state that their throat hurts because of the tube their put in your throat.

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I brought loose pajama pants and top, a bra and a tank top to put on once I was able to get up to the bathroom, as I HATE staying in a hospital gown. Toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm and face/hand cream. Cell phone, charger, tablet for reading/playing games. I ended up staying a second night because of my labs being out of whack so it was nice to have something to do besides walk.

Gas X strips. Make sure your shoes are slip one and baggy comfortable drawstring or elastic pants. God bless

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Depends on how long you are staying in.. I took a lot more as I was in for a few nights (planned stay)

Toiletries, mobile and charger, kindle and magazines, lip salve (dont use if you are on oxygen!), pillow for journey back home (if in a car), Gas strips (even if just used to freshen your mouth and nothing else!, 2 nightdresses, comfy outfit for going home and flip flops. Im sure I might have taken other things but can't remember

The only things I used in the hospital were underwear/pajamas, toothbrush and hairbrush, chapstick, and biotene mouth spray. My mouth was so dry and the chapstick and mouth spray were life savers. Everything else that went with me stayed in my bag.

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I brought all kinds of stuff that I never touched. Only things I used/wore were my sleep shorts so my backside was covered when walking around, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, chap stick (although they gave me one), and my crocs. I had my tablet with me and used it once, to let my sister know I was OK. I also brought a throw blanket (the kind you get at Walmart for around $4) to use as a prop for my head, to help me get into a comfortable sitting or sleeping position. I was in the hospital from 5am on a Wed until 2pm on Saturday. I slept a lot, walked as much as possible, watched some TV, and had some visitors. I was given sponge mouth swabs and ice water to keep my mouth moist- otherwise I probably would have used my Biotene spray (which I still have, unused...)

Don't forget a pillow to hold across ur stomach when I travel home!

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The best, best, best thing I bought was an electric heating pad. Helped with belly and shoulder pain.

Drawstring pj pants and a robe. I walked a lot after and it made me more comfortable to be in the public halls of the hospital.

I also brought toothbrush, face wipes, breath strips.

Don't bring books, magazines, iPad I was in the hospital four days and didn't pick any of those things up.

Good luck!

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I didn't even mess around on my cellphone honestly I was too out of it. I think the only two things I consistently used were slippers and a robe. Also wore my change of clothes home The first two days were the toughest for me so I poured all of my energy into resting and scuttling around the hallways.

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I just brought a hair tie and toothbrush and toothpaste and hair brush. I wore loose pants, slip on shoes with good tread and comfie top. I was released the next day. I just wore the clothes I came in in. Brushed my hair and teeth and went back home to recoup. Good luck!

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Biotine mouth spray. My mouth was so dry I thought I was going to die. The first day you can't even sip Water. Packed lots of stuff didn't use anything. Slept and walked. In my gown!!

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Biotine mouth spray. My mouth was so dry I thought I was going to die. The first day you can't even sip Water. Packed lots of stuff didn't use anything. Slept and walked. In my gown!!

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Every place is different. Immediately post-surgery (once I was in my room), I was given ice chips and a sponge swab in a cup of ice water. I was allowed to swab as frequently as I wanted/needed, just asked not to suck too much water out of the swab. Ice chips were available in whatever quantity wanted. I had the Biotene spray but never used it. Waste of $8.