So I went down for my surgery approximately 12 hours ago now. Was operated on around 5:45pm and was back up in my room at 9pm very drowsy but not in any pain.
I had water around 20 mins after I was back in my room, then biscuits and then a sandwich around 11:30pm. I have been in and out of sleep as I am overnight but like my own bed! I usually get nauseated very easily and then I am sick constantly… I have had none of this. So you cannot go off past experience and so far I am feeling okay – although early days!
I have never had general anaesthetic before, I wasn’t really worried about this, just a bit curious. The cannula did not hurt, I had no numbing cream, and within 10 seconds I was under.
I am yet to have any pain relief as I am comfortable enough and I can move my arms freely and can potter about already! This may be because I had over the muscle though.
The nurses are lovely, every time you need a wee you are to buzz them in so they can help you. Just shuffle using your bottom and then use your core to sit yourself up.
Unfortunately I was on my period when I had my surgery, if anyone else finds this, please make sure you take a pad to hospital with you as they insist you to wear this instead of a tampon when you have surgery.
I have had drains, I thought these might make me feel a bit sick to look at but I am actually happy the minimal amount of fluid/blood in them is in a bottle next to me and not adding to any swelling in my boobs! I think they will be worth it 🙂
I will post progress pics once I have had my first nosey!
I just wanted to write incase anyone was worrying about their upcoming operation. Please don’t, it’s not worth the energy getting anxious!!
