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Day of Surgery
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On the day of your surgery you might feel a little bit nervous. This is completely normal and is something that most people who are undergoing surgery experience. You can shower using soap and water but you should avoid using any special soaps, gels, or shampoos. You should also avoid spraying your skin with antiperspirant or deodorant.
On the day of your surgery you might feel a little bit nervous. This is completely normal and is something that most people who are undergoing surgery experience. You can shower using soap and water but you should avoid using any special soaps, gels, or shampoos. You should also avoid spraying your skin with antiperspirant or deodorant.
You should arrive at the clinic 2 hours before your scheduled surgery time. This gives the nurses time to check you in and give you any required medication. You’ll then be able to relax prior to your surgery.
You should be made aware of your scheduled surgery time at least a few days prior to it taking place. A date is usually pencilled in weeks before but sometimes re-scheduling has to be done to accommodate the needs of different patients.
Once your surgery is completed, you’ll be able to go home when you feel well enough to get up and move around. It’s very important that you arrange to be driven home after your surgery since you cannot drive safely while still feeling the effects of the anesthesia.
Preparing for your recovery
Below are some steps to take to ensure that your recovery starts as well as possible, - Make sure your affairs are in order and your schedule is free: The last thing you want when you’re recovering from breast surgery is to be worrying about other things. You should make sure you schedule is free and that you have at least a week where you can take it easy and are not obligated to do anything strenuous.
- Arrange for a ride to and from the hospital: Driving is absolutely out of the question in the 24 hour period that you have your surgery. Therefore you need to arrange for somebody to take you to and from the hospital.
- Make sure you have someone who can spend the first 24 hours with you: This is very important for your own safety. During the 24 hours following your surgery, you are more prone to falling or fainting so you absolutely need to have someone with you during this time. If you’re unable to find somebody then a support worker can be arranged for an additional fee.
After today
Most patients return to work in about one week. For the full week-by-week picture, see Recovery and Post Op.
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