What should you do when you have a bypass surgery scheduled? Use these helpful ideas. Discuss with your doctor what medicines you are taking, he will probably have you discontinue drugs that decrease clotting a week or two before the procedure. Remember to mention vitamins and herbal supplements, as they can also have this same [...]
Surgery can cause anxiety and fear; especially if you-re not sure about what will happen during surgery. However, you can overcome the fear of surgery by being prepared and by being informed. Things that can take away the fear of surgery are knowing what your insurance will pay, getting everything that you will need for [...]
The first step to mentally preparing for surgery is to think positive thoughts at all times. Undergoing any type of surgery can cause feelings of nervousness and anxiety. Surgery is a major procedure and it is understandable to be nervous or scared. However, studies have shown that people who are optimistic tend to do much [...]
The preparation for organ transplant surgery may begin several weeks or even a month in advance of surgery. You will speak with a specialist about the transplant and decided on a center that you would like to work with. You should make all travel plans ahead of time and have a hospital bag packed with [...]