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Surgery in 2 days
My abdominal surgery is Thursday. This will include a full hysterectomy, biopsies, the whole big deal. I want to recover as well as I can so that I'm in good shape for chemo. Any advice from those who have been through this?
- Have lots of pillows around you in bed to support yourself in whatever sleeping contortion you desire.
- Try to walk around every couple of hours to get your blood and bowels moving.
- If you're sleepy, go to sleep!
- If your incision looks like it's getting infected, go to the doctor and get antibiotics. Otherwise it's a pain in the butt.
- Try to walk around every couple of hours to get your blood and bowels moving.
- If you're sleepy, go to sleep!
- If your incision looks like it's getting infected, go to the doctor and get antibiotics. Otherwise it's a pain in the butt.
Hi. I am a clinical specialist ultarsound. As far as I know you must maintain a very good immune system in order to be able to cope with chemotherapy. I know that carrot, beetroot and kiwi fruit juice can increase your immune system but it must be taken in a high quantities i.e at least 5 glass of juice every day on an empty stomach. Also try drinking saffron like tea first thing in the morning. You cal also try Zell Oxygen, best of luck
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I received the following information for post surgery from Gail on this web site:
1. ALWAYS keep a pillow nearby to hold against your stomach if you cough or sneeze
2. Ofter one or two days, make sure the dressing is off the incision and let it get air
3. Remember that even when the outside looks like it's healing well, you are still healing on the inside.
4. Take a laxative or stool softener, especially if you are also on pain medicine. You don't want to strain to use the restroom.
5. Don't take on too much too quickly. When they tell you to lift no more than 5-10 lbs, follow that advice! Don't risk tearing something on the inside.
6. Let other wait on you as long as necessary. The world won't end if you can't do the dishes, or the laundry. Take advantage of the down time to rest and recouperate.
7. Get yourself some good books or magazines...or supplies for whatever your hobby may be before surgery. You'll have plenty to occupy your time while you heal.
I'm sure that's not the entire list, and I know others will comment.
Best wishes to you.
Gail