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It turns out I have metoidioplasty in less than two months. yaaay. It will be a pretty big step and surgery for me because a lot of things will be happening at once. I will be having a full hysterectomy, vaginectomy, metoidioplasty and scrotoplasty all at the same time. It will be a ride :D

Preparing for surgery is not only about medical tests and physical readiness. Emotional preparation also matters. Many patients feel nervous before surgery, but understanding the procedure, speaking openly with the doctor, practicing relaxation, and arranging support can help reduce stress and improve confidence.

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Understanding the preoperative process is essential for those needing general surgery in Fresno, California.

Preparing for surgery involves careful steps to ensure the best outcome. It’s important to understand what to expect and how to get ready. For anyone undergoing this type of surgery, clear preparation can help reduce anxiety and contribute to a smoother recovery process.

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Our residential service agency in Maryland ensures that you have a comfortable and peaceful lifestyle in your home, surrounded by your loved

Recovering from surgery can be challenging, but you can ensure a smoother and quicker recovery process with the right steps. Home health care in Maryland plays a crucial role in facilitating this journey. Here are essential steps to optimize your post-surgery recovery.

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You’ve also probably heard suggestions about what to eat, what exercises to do, and what to avoid after your bariatric surgery in Tijuana, M

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Surviving Foot Surgery at 56. part 1

I am recovering from surgery. I want to talk about what it’s like for a middle aged fat lady to make it through this ordeal. Maybe my frank advise and humbling experiences will help someone else.

SO YOU ARE HAVING SURGERY...

The first thing you should do is ask your surgeon what to expect before, during and after surgery. Your doctor can advise you on what to expect as far as pain levels, mobility and time to recover. This will help you determine what you need to have in place for a speedy recovery.

LOCATION-LOCATION-LOCATION

One of the early things you should think about is where you will recover. Is your home one story with everything on one level or are you like me, living in a two story home with bedrooms and one bathroom upstairs? Based on this answer you will have to decide where you are going to “nest” during your early recovery. You will need easy access to your bed, a bathroom, nourishment and some form of entertainment so you don’t lose your marbles.

I chose to nest upstairs in my room. I turned my bedroom into a tiny apartment. I already had a mini fridge, a tiny microwave and made sure I had a clear path to navigate to and from the bathroom on my knee scooter. I stocked up on high protein meals and healthy snacks. A few not so healthy snacks, drinks, paper plates, plastic utensils and some shelves within easy reach.

If you can’t nest near a bathroom, you will need to bring your bed into your living area and consider getting a commode or other portable toilet. You will also need to have someone who will be committed to helping you keep it clean. I don’t know about you, but that was going to be my last resort. I prepared for the very real possibility that I would not be able to get up the stairs, but I really wanted to be as independent as possible. Besides, I would feel really bad about asking my kids, friend or a significant other to empty my potty daily. That’s just me.

FABULOUS SURGERY ACCESSORIES

Like I said, your doctor will let you know what equipment you might need after surgery. Unfortunately, many insurance plans do not provide coverage for durable medical equipment and if you are like me, you don’t have it in your budget to shell out hundreds of dollars on things you hopefully won’t need again. Here is what I did.

I talked to others who had gone through a similar surgery and asked how they managed. I also researched online for suggestions. I posted my need on Facebook, asking friends and friends of friends if they had medical equipment they would share or sell. I looked through Facebook Marketplace for people giving away or selling things I needed. Some of it I have used and some of it I have on hand just in case.

I was able to get an all terrain knee scooter for $45.00 (Retail $150 and up)

I borrowed an I-walk2.0 hands free crutch (Retail $150)

I was given a free walker complete with tennis balls.( Retail $30 and up)

I was given a raised toilet seat with arms. (Retail $29 and up)

I purchased a Commode Chair ($37.00 plus shipping)

Crutches I already had from my son’s injury. (retail $50)

So I got everything I might possibly need for under $100. Not too shabby.

PRACTICE - PRACTICE - PRACTICE

Practice what? Practice using your equipment. Believe it or not it does take some trial and error to make things work for you. You will need to balance on one foot, hop on one foot, pivot on one foot or bend down and pick something up on one foot. Is your equipment comfortable? Do you need to add some extra padding on the knee rest or hand grips? Do you need to adjust the belts to fit your leg? How high will you need to have your commode to easily get on and off? When you put weight on the arms of the toilet seat does it feel secure or does it flip or slide off. You won’t want to find this out when you are on one foot and in pain. Do you have room to navigate and make turns with your scooter? If not, how will you steer or change directions? How will you carry things like your phone, a drink or food? Can you reach the sink to wash your hands? Are your toiletries located where you can easily access them?

It’s almost like childproofing your home. They say get on the floor and view things at a child’s eye level. Now is the time to view the world like you only have one foot. Approach your tasks as if you are post surgery. Better to find the obstacles now while you can still afford to lose your balance or put weight on your bad foot without injury.

I found out I can’t walk with crutches. I’m too heavy and have no upper body strength. Glad I figured that out before the day of my surgery. I also have bad knees so I needed to compensate for that with good body mechanics and practicing getting up and down from beds and chairs.

My biggest hurdle was fear. I was so sure that I would not be able to manage. I was nearly paralyzed by my fear. Don’t let that happen to you. You will figure it out. You will adapt because you are stronger than you know and smarter than you think.

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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag - Hysterectomy Prep

What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag – Hysterectomy Prep

If you’re heading in to hospital for a hysterectomy, then there are a few essential items you will want to pack in your bag for your stay.

I remember thinking about this as I prepared for my surgery, and my mind kept coming up blank. I was so focused on prepping myself mentally, that everything else was just way too blurry to concentrate on.

A list like this would have been a godsend.

So, what…

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My Pre-Op Appointment

I thought I’d share what happened at my pre-op to give others an idea of what to expect.

For the last few weeks Wife and I have both been adding to a list of questions we had to ask today. We’ve both done research on our own, but we had some questions still. Most of them were just answered during the course of the appointment, but it was good to go in with a list. We use a family organizing app…