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3 Things You Can Do After Surgery

admin — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Most people who have been under the knife know that the time after surgery is just as crucial as the time spent preparing for it. In fact, recovery is one of the most crucial times in your life and it’s also when things can go from bad to worse if the proper precautions aren’t taken. You want your recovery to be as smooth as possible and that means not compounding the issue by adding other smaller quandaries to the equation. Luckily, we have three small things you can do that will make a big difference in your recovery.

1. Reduce stress
While not scientifically proven, many people believe that stress can have a negative, physical impact on your life. While you are on the mend, you want to do your best to reduce the stress so take a day off from bills, car payments, student loans, searching for debt counseling, what have you.

2. Plenty of fluids
Keep your circulation good by drinking the recommended 64 ounces of water a day. This will help keep things filtered and clean.

3. Plenty of rest
Sleep is your body’s natural time to heal and you want to make the most of it. Don’t stay up so late. Instead, shut down and let your body mend itself.

Things To Do In Days Before Bypass Surgery

admin — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

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 effect. If you smoke, try to stop, as it will help with your recovery. If you are worrying about the surgery, be sure to share your fears with the doctor, and with family so they can help.

Look around your home, Are there obstacles that will prevent you from getting around while you recover? Can you get to the bathroom and the bedroom safely and easily? Remove loose rugs and cords so you do not trip. If you shop for yourself, be sure to purchase healthy and satisfying meals that are easy to prepare.

Use the days before bypass surgery to make sure business affairs are in order. If you are religious, talk with your spiritual leader. It is often helpful to designate a family member or friend to be your second set of ears at appointments, and to be an advocate for your care and needs.More info here: A Closer Look at Bypass Surgery

Ways to Get Over Your Fear of Surgery

admin — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

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 surgery in good order”such as your insurance card and other necessary papers and what kind of clothing to take for when you go home.

Before surgery, it will help if you know exactly where the surgery will take place, what time you are supposed to be there and what you need to do to prepare for the surgery.This/tag helps explain it more. In addition, talking with your physician and surgeon before the surgery will give you peace of mind because you will know what to expect and in what time frame the events of the surgery will take place.

It is important that you arrive early on the day of the surgery so that the necessary paperwork can be taken care of and to find out where the preparation room is located. There will be forms to fill out and questions asked about your health and so forth. Stress that a patient feels before, during and after surgery can be lessened by information. This information can be found from your doctors, your family and friends and those who have gone through similar operations.

Other methods that can help with the fear of surgery are: yoga, herbal supplements, massage and acupuncture.
Fear of surgery can be overcome and in most cases talking with someone you trust, can bring assurance and peace of mind.

How to Mentally Prepare For Surgery

admin — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

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 better during their surgery and ultimately heal faster from the surgery. Aside from positive thoughts, it is also important to have a support system full of family members and friends to help mentally prepare for the surgery. The patient can talk to their support system about any fears or worries they may have about the surgery. Speaking about the surgery can be beneficial.

Speaking to the physician and surgeon before the surgery may also help a patient to prepare themselves for surgery. The surgeon can provide quality answers to any of the questions that the patient may have. This will ultimately help the patient to relax before their surgery. If the patient is religious, he/she may want to pray before surgery. The patient may also ask their support system to pray for them during their surgery and afterward for a fast recovery and healing process.

Organ Transplant Surgery: How To Prepare

admin — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

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 everything you will need for your stay. Be sure to include your medications in the materials that you pack. Most likely the doctor or transplant center that is preforming your organ transplant can give you the name of someone who is willing to share their story of how their organ transplant went. Talk with anyone you know who have went through an organ transplant. You want to make sure with your doctor that you are a good candidate for transplant.

Make sure that you are in good health and that you have been taking all of your necessary medications. If there are any medications that you need to discontinue your doctor will let you know. Make sure that you rest well. Most likely you will not be able to eat after mid night the night of your surgery. Your doctor will let you know what you can and can not have as far as food and beverage goes.