Oh yeah, why didn't anyone warn me?? lol

Okay, now why didn't anyone warn me about the Lovenox shots that I will have to give myself for 6 days after surgery?  lol  I have no desire to stab myself in the side with a needle ya know?  I will do it though because it's for my health...lol

Just kidding all, just wondering how many of you had to do this too

I think it depends on your doc.  I didn't have too. Dee

Oh Monica I am so sorry, it never occurred to me.  I had to do Lovenox shots for 10 days following surgery. 

First off, they will show you how to do them in the hospital.  Here is what I can tell you. Read the instructions in the box and watch the video.  Because the needle is so thin, if done correctly, it will not hurt.  You will find that you will have bruising that will show up.  Also, if you have not been advised, please make sure to pack TOM stuff.  It will be a possibility that you will have your visitor right after surgery.  If this happens, you may have it the entire time you are on the Lovenox.  This is not uncommon, so don't worry.

I am not a needle fan either, but I did ok with it.  Also, be prepared for lots of needles in the hospital.  They will take several tubes of blood a couple of times. They will also ***** you fingers several times a day to check blood sugars, and they will be giving you blood thinner shots while you are in there too.

I am being honest here, the needle is so thin you barely feel it. Dave and I both had to do it. You will get through it, I promise. Chris

I must have done something wrong with my lovenox.  For me, the shots were the most painful thing from my surgery.  The needle itself didn't hurt, the medication hurt a few minutes after I gave by burning and then stabbing feeling.  Of course, I would gladly do it again to get the same results that I am getting. 

I didn't think that you would have a problem with Dr Hart.  I think that he is tough on people who pose a higher risk, such as my dh.  He said that I would be a piece of cake, and I was.  He has scared me with everything he has said about my dh.  He truely didn't want to give him clearance and he ultimatly passed it off to the hematologist for clearance.  I just think that if he is concerned, then its for a reason.

Monica, you will love his staff in the hospital.  They are so nice and will visit you everyday.  Oh, don't fill your prescription until after the surgery.  The dose might change depending on your blood work before you leave.

I'm assuming that you didn't run into Kim at Dr Rantis office.  I can't wait to hear how her visits went.

~Michelle

Monica, Sorry, I don't think it occured to anyone. Its just part of the routine. Plan on doing them first thing in the morning, and get them overwith. And remember, each day you do one, is one day less that you have to concern yourself with. My only problem with them was where to get rid of the hazard waste container afterward. I finally took it back to the drug store I got the shots at. Hugs

I didn't warn you because I didn't have to do anything like that at home. They did give them to me in the hospital and the needle does not hurt, but the medication stung and there was a lot of bruising because it IS a blood thinner. It's not really a big thing, just part of the deal.  You will do fine!

The shots aren't bad at all.   But just so you know...   When you go back for your 1 week follow up,  Dr. R  WILL be looking for those tell-tale bruises. Congratulations on your approval.

I was to doped up to remember them lol...