How long is the surgery?

By canadian lady on 22 Jan 2013

Hi all I am scheduled for March 4 and have several questions. Do I have to sleep in a lazy boy chair it will I be Ok propped up well in bed. Is the pain really bad or us it controlled by meds well? Is it Ok to be home alone ? I have been waiting to have this surgery for several years and am excited to finally have a date

Comments (3)

lucy_catgirl 7 Feb 2013

I had my surgery on a Wednesday morning, got drains out the next day, took a shower that same night and my husband left me alone early Friday morning until late Saturday night. I had my sister on alert but felt so good I called her and told her to stay home. All I did the first week was sleep, take meds, try to eat a little and use the bathroom. Everyone is different but I was just fine by myself and actually enjoyed the solitude.

soilschick 7 Feb 2013

My surgery lasted little over 3 hours. I would recommend sleeping in a recliner for the first few days at least. I do not know your preferred sleeping position. If you can have someone stay with you for the first few days, preferably a week, it would be better. You will need to rest for the first few days. I was able to drive, shower and put my bra on after 5 days. The pain is the worst in the first day and decreases afterwards. I was on vicodin and used it every 4 hours for the first 3 days. After that, I was able to manage with ibuprofren.and ice as needed.