My op day experience Started by: Louise

Hey girls just wanted to give you an insight for anyone that is nervous or worried about their operation and what to expect.

I had my operation yesterday and my admission was 11am. I was running late due to traffic being a nightmare. I phoned Mya and they were very understanding. We parked at the Ncp car park at holiday inn Regent’s Park. It’s a 5 min walk to the hospital. Costs £39 for the day. Me and my friend finally got there for 11.30. We only had to wait in the waiting room for 5 mins before the nurse came to get me to show me to my room. She was absolutely lovely so bubbly and friendly.

I was taken to my room and told to put on the gown and bed stockings along with a beautiful pair of paper knickers. I had to do a pregnancy test. I was introduced to my nurse Roxanna who asked me questions about piercings etc. She told me mr Marcellino would come in to see me and make my final decision on size ( I was given the choice of 400 and 450cc) I went for 450 overs high profile. He came into see me and drew on me and took photos and said I’d be down straight away. This was about 12.30.

I was taken down to the waiting area where again I was asked about any allergies. All the staff are amazing. I was taken into surgery where the anithetist came in and explained what would happen. He put the Canula in and it felt like a small scratch. The nurse put the oxygen mask on me and before I knew it I was asleep. The next thing I remember was waking up with mr Marcellino next to me. I was then taken back up to my room where I felt drowsy but no pain. The time now was 4pm. I do take a while to wake up from anistetic but this happens everytime with me.

As the time went on I drifted in and out of sleep and started to feel a bit sick. The nurse bought me tea and toast but j couldn’t finish as this made me feel more sick. I’m rubbish at being sick so tried to be sick but couldn’t. The strapping is quite tight but not too uncomfortable.

I had to keep drinking water as my blood pressure was quite low. When it got better Roxanna came in and took my drains out. It wasn’t as bad as I thought. Just had to take deep breaths.

I was allowed to go home about 7.30 after I was given painkillers and antibiotics.

I found it hard to eat as I still felt a bit sicky. Sleeping was not the greatest as I slept upright and kept waking up as I usually sleep on my front or side.

I’m at home now and just come out of a shallow bath. Feel great just a bit tight because of the strapping. Can’t wait to see them next weds when the strapping comes off. I have attached before and after photos.

Good luck to anyone still waiting xx