Some peppermint tea is a must and should help with the left over gas that's left behind ,also you may want to ask for some form of laxative after op ,as you proberbly know some of the pain relief they give can make you a bit constipated .
Wishing you all the best with op try and and get some rest beforehand I know it must be difficult when lots to sort beforehand!
Peppermint tea is really helpful in hospital to help ease bloating/ aid digestion. Earphones for listening to music if that calms you. It will really depend how long your operation is / whether they are removing Endo or whether it is just diagnostic? I prepared lots of meals in the freezer for after my operation that I could easily re-heat. Also I loved making fresh smoothies after my op as I had difficulty opening my bowels. You will want slippers and dressing gown in hospital and to leave as many valuables at home as possible. I've stayed over night both times so I'm not sure what you need if you don't stay in! Im not a fan of needles but it really wasn't too bad, you'll probably have a canula in your hand/ arm and they may take your blood. You'll also do a urine sample. Can't think of what else you'll need to know! Good luck x
**try get a high small table next to your bed. ( Save turning or bending)
**stock up on pain killers and San pads
**bottled water
**have a bath day of or night before as can't bathe for 5 days after
**take charger in hospital
**house coat and slippers
**easy shoes to slip on as you won't b able bend over put shoes on. ( Hubby popped my uggs on.)
**Socks to keep feet warm when waiting go down.
I took way too much in and didn't need it.
If you wear a wedding ring they'll allow it and just tape it on.
**clean underwear and pads
I had this done last week and scars healing fine. Nearly gone. I was scared of been put asleep but it was fine. An that was my first op!!
thing I wasn't prepared for is the gas from helium they use to bloat you to look around. Had sleep sitting up for 4 days ( so needed a big pillow also.)
And as other lady's have mentioned I drank decaf blk peppermint tea.
I went in clothes walked out in pj's in a great mood cos of anaesthetic, next op ill just go in blk pj's.
Best wishes for your op you'll be fine.
Have you got someone collecting you as you're not allowed to lift anything for a week. So be helpful to have someone carry hospital bag out for you.
Good luck don't be nervous. I was a nervous wreck and it was fine.
hi sophie. i just had exactly the same as you - 3 days before christmas. it was far better than i expected. yes im a bit sore, yes im tired but nothing compared to what i expected. i am able to move around and drove my car 48 hours later (but please take advice on this) i too had to ensure everything was organised prior to christmas. but i have just enjoyed a couple of hours sale shopping - now time for a nap lol xx make sure you have plenty of pain relief, a cosy blanket, peppermints of some sort and lots of dvds. you will be fine
Hi,Sophie, please don't think too much and panic about downing the house hold work,just relax how much u can,like u I was panicking ended up having a high blood pressure that resulted in op cancelation.Household work is never ending,important is ur operation.take care and relax.
Hey, agree with everyone else re. Peppermint! Hysterscopy should be quite straightforward, am sure the advice is similar to laparoscopy - you'll be fine xx
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