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Hospital stay

Weezy'sjourney said:
Hi, can I get some input as to what I will need for my hospital stay?
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Hi Weezy- What surgery are you planning? Mine was overnight. I had a gastric sleeve and all I needed was basic toiletries and a very loose dress to leave with. I had laparoscopic sugery and I had stitches scattered in 5 spots across my abdomen. Good luck to you.
 
Weezy'sjourney said:
Hi, can I get some input as to what I will need for my hospital stay?
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Hi Weezy,

I had RNY and was told 2 nights but I made sure to drink enough water and walk around my hospital floor a lot and they let me go home after 1. So you may get lucky. That said, my surgery was laparoscopic so like Tex, I only had 5 small incisions.

I'd advise you take toiletries, a hairbrush, something to read, extra undies, a robe and slippers. Tex had a good idea about the baggy dress (or even comfy PJs) for your trip home. Also, If you have longer hair, you'll probably want something to keep it up and out of your way. Good luck!!! :)
 
You don't need much. You don't have time for laptops and all that because you are either walking or sleeping. I would take a sport bra if any bra at all. Clean panties and something loose for the ride home, tooth brush, brush and a pony tail holder! I also bring my own pillow, just for comfort. I had the sleeve the first time and spent 2 days, now I am having the revision and also staying two days again. I don't pack much.
 
Hello, just saw your response, I'm still getting the hang of this lol. No cpap. In having laparoscopic Gastric Bypass. Start liquid diet 5 days b4. I spoke to surgeons nurse, they will have my meds, she said their very particular about that. So, after surgery I won't be able to take whole pills? Also, did a dietician or nutritionist come talk to you while in the hospital? I've had one appointment with mine, but that was early on. Thank for your advice! Weezy
 
NicoleY said:
You don't need much. You don't have time for laptops and all that because you are either walking or sleeping. I would take a sport bra if any bra at all. Clean panties and something loose for the ride home, tooth brush, brush and a pony tail holder! I also bring my own pillow, just for comfort. I had the sleeve the first time and spent 2 days, now I am having the revision and also staying two days again. I don't pack much.
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Ty!
 
I have to talk to my doctor. Im unable to walk, wheelchair, but i can move my legs and pull my wheelchair by walking my legs. I can excercise my legs and excercise my upper body. I hope this is sufficient. She knows of my issues.
 
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