Are you getting ready to schedule reconstructive surgery? Here are a few questions you should ask your reconstructive surgeon first:

How Long Will the Intake Process Take?

It's important to find out how long the intake process will take on the day you show up for surgery so you can plan accordingly. Someone should take you to the hospital and stay with you until you head in to the surgery room, so you need to know whether you'll be waiting just a few minutes or for several hours to make sure that you have the support you will need.

Knowing how long the intake process takes will allow you to pack your bags accordingly too. Make sure you have some bottled water and light snacks to keep yourself feeling satiated while you wait. And don't forget to pack magazines or a good book depending on how long you expect to wait before going in to surgery. The person who accompanies you will appreciate knowing how long they'll be at the hospital for the intake process too.

What Kinds of Medications Will Be Prescribed?

It's also a good idea to find out what kinds of medications will be prescribed to you while you're recovering from reconstructive surgery. You'll likely have some pain to deal with, and you may need to take medications to help a skin graft properly heal. You may even have to take antibiotics to help keep your immune system strong while you recover from surgery.

Getting a list of medications you'll be taking from your surgeon before heading in for surgery will give you an opportunity to prepare at home so you can successfully take each medication on a daily basis. Do a little research about each medication on the list to find out whether any types of foods or drinks might interfere with the medication and whether you can expect to feel nauseous or tired. You can then plan your meals, naps, and outdoor activities around those medications throughout the day.

What Types of Support Can Be Utilized to Recover?

If you are having a joint, bone, or limb reconstructed, you may be able to utilize a variety of support options to help you recover more quickly and comfortably. So find out whether your reconstruction surgeon recommends physical therapy and whether counseling can help you transition back in to your regular life with your newly constructed body. Your surgeon can recommend dietary guidelines, yoga moves, and other personal care steps you can take during recovery too. 

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