Hi Guys,
Its my turn for LIS surgery tomorrow and my GTN days have finally come to an end!! I am currently compiling a list of questions for my CRS and wondered if there is anything else that you think i should add?
I will try and ask them all and will post his responses on here in a few days.
This is my list so far:
What is the best thing to take for pain relief?
When can the dressing be removed and how should this be done?
Should a new dressing be applied afterwards?
Should I be taking laxatives?
Will the first toilet visit be painful? Should I expect much blood?
What is the best method of cleaning after a toilet visit?
How do I dry the area after bathing? Is a hair dryer best?
How long will healing take?
If a fissurectomy is required, will this be carried out at the same time?
Are haemorrhoids treated at the same time?
How long does a full recovery normally take?
When could I return to work?
How long should I stay on the softeners for and when should I be able to eat and drink normally again?
What are the incontinency risks in the longer term, say 10-15 years?
Do I need to avoid lifting & straining myself for a while?