Question:
WONDERING WHAT ALL I WILL NEED TO TAKE WITH ME WHEN I GO IN FOR MY SURGERY.

HI,EVERYONE I JUST GOT GOOD KNEWS THAT I WAS APPROVED FOR MY SURGERY FOR SEPTEMBER 19,2005.I CAN SAY THAT I AM READY BECAUSE I HAVE BEEN WANTING TO DO THIS FOR AWHILE. BUT I DONT KNOW WHAT I NEED TO BRING WITH ME TO THE HOSPITAL,SO IF ANYBODY KINDA GOT A IDEA PLEASE LET ME KNOW,THANKS. AND PLEASE WISH ME LUCK AND I CAN USE ALL BLESSING.    — wanda A. (posted on August 31, 2005)


August 30, 2005
i am also per-po. and i have been listening to what some of the other post-ops have said too and they did not take very much with them so they would not have to worry about their personal item if they went to walk around. i would take just a few things for your own like rob since me know how those gowns are open in the back, and maybe a couple of things to change into because i know i do not like the gowns and maybe a pair of slipers for your feet since you may or maynot be able to put shoes on . and you will need your id but give it to the person that is taking you when you are done with it you don't want to leave it there and maybe a little money to buy a few things if you want. becuse you have to remeber the rooms do not lock and you might be sharing your room with someone else.
   — tmalotte

August 31, 2005
I took my own toothpaste and a small bottle of mouth wash. I had small bottles of my own shampoo. I took some of my own tolietries with me. I you have an I.V. you may not be able to wear your robe. The hospital should have gowns with snaps to change into. I wore to gowns to make sure that I was covered up when I went walking. I hope that this is helpful. God be with you on your up coming surgery! Congratulations!!! Lap-RNY 6/16/05 292/227
   — LilaDove

August 31, 2005
Comfy slippers with rubber soles for when you go walking. I brought my robe because I didn't want my back side hanging out while I walked- halls were drafty. Chapstick,hairbrush and ponytail holders,toothbrush,alcohol-free mouthwash and don't forget your deodorant because they might not let you shower until the last day. I would say the top three are toothbrush w/ paste,chapstick,deodorant. And have your family bring a camera if you want pics of you with your doc and nurses.
   — Miss KJ

August 31, 2005
Everyone always laughs at me for this response, but YOUR OWN PILLOW!!! You will be much more comfortable with your onw pillow or 2 than you will be with hospital pillows. They are usually plastic so they can be wiped down with antiseptic after each patient (I use to work in a hospital). Good Luck!!! Carmen
   — kccjer

August 31, 2005
First of all ---Congrats. You will not need as much as you think you need. I very much agree with some of your other posts--such as your our pillow, comfortable non skid slippers and a robe. I was really comforted by some soft music. The best advise I can give is to have a friend or relative with you. They were able to take care of my needs when the staff was not able to immediately come in. They can also be a great advocate for you--especially if your surgery is out of town. Plus you always have someone there to talk with and to remind you to get up and walk. Good luck--
   — MindyM152

August 31, 2005
Hi Wanda, congratulations on your upcoming surgery. Make sure you bring a toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash. Especially the mouthwash. It was the only wet thing I could put in my mouth for the first day to day and a half after surgery. I also took a picture of my husband and little girl, to help me get through the pain and to give me comfort when I was alone. Good Luck. God Bless.
   — pumpkelina

September 1, 2005
Some hospitals give out Cough Buddies, but just in case they don't, bring a harder pillow or firm stuffed animal to place on your tummy when you're standing up, sitting down, sneezing, coughing, and for the ride home. Good luck on your journey! Connie--22 days post op
   — butterfly77ckc

September 1, 2005
I took most of what everyone else is suggesting but I also made sure I took reading material and puzzle books!! It gets kinda boring laying in that bed and sometimes TV isnt enough!! Also make sure you take something loose and comfy to wear home!! Good luck and may God be with you!! Patti
   — lovinlife

September 1, 2005
Take a robe and slippers for those promenades through the hall. The hospital usually gives you sock-slippers, but having your own is better. Also bring reading material and other things to occupy yourself. If you have aCPAP machine for sleep apnea, you should take that with you. Also bring your smile: you will need it. Good luck!
   — Novashannon

September 1, 2005
Robe, comb or hairbrush, toothbrush and paste, deodorant. You won't feel like reading or even like watching much TV, all you will want to do is sleep to get away from the pain. Good Luck and God Bless and Welcome to the World of Loosers!!!
   — cindirella

September 1, 2005
I agree witht the list that everyone has had on here.. I think that my top two things to have along with me thought where 1. My own Pillow! 2. Chapstick Congrats and I wish you the best!!
   — MissCoral

September 1, 2005
Look's like everyone has just about everything covered. If you are a comfort buff like me. I needed all of my comforts. My own pillow or pillows. Mabey even your own blankie. Toiletries because theres suck. Chapstick and lotion because hotpitals are so dry. Robe and slippers because they WILL make you walk. Mabey even something to do if you are not too knocked out from the pains meds. You should have seen me trying to play Skip Bo on morphine. Ha Ha Ha... Wasnt pretty. I had the open though so I was in for four days. Good Luck Your WLS Sister Jo 375/160/140 4yrs Post-Op
   — Jo_Michalko

September 8, 2005
I took everything suggested earlier but found I really didn't need any of it, except the slippers. I could't wear my own robe because of the IV and the Hospital provides everything else. I found my son had just that much more to carry on our trip home. I had an open RNY, so if you're having something less envasive, maybe you can use all that other stuff. The only thing I would suggest is kind of embarrasing. I was horrified when I couldn't reach my own bottom after using the bathroom because of the swelling, bandages and pain--I had bad diarrhea, as do most people. I couldn't think of anything worse than having a male or cranky nurse wiping me. So after a few days, I had my son bring a dishwashing sponge on a stick and some extra thick baby wipes and I devised my own "potty wiper" that kept me cleaner that when the nurses wiped me...and my dignity was restored!
   — Patricia R.




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