Post Op Care - Advice, Please

[Leslie Foxx]

A week from tomorrow my wife is scheduled for GRS in Montreal. As her partner and care giver I'd like to hear from those who are post-op, or their partners, for any suggestions, cautions and other helpful hints on what to look out for and be aware of for her well being when we return home.

I'm sure Dr. Brassard's team will have much information for me about post op care, but I'd like to hear from anyone who has gone through the process and can speak to things that may not be in the manual.

I will be relieved to have her safely back and settled at home, but I realize the surgery is not the end of her journey, but a new beginning.

[Zenith]

Pardon me but MTF or FTM? As you state, Brassard has an extensive list of post-op instructions. Best to follow your individual surgeon's advice. I can tell you about my experience though...

[Leslie Foxx]

Surgery is MTF. Personal experience is what I seek. Those little (or not) things that may not be covered from a surgical perspective. I think I am also getting a bit apprehensive and am seeking assurance.

[Frances]

Dr. Brassard gives a lot of information on post-operative care and the nursing staff is extremely helpful. They keep patients in the supervised care centre for 10 days. The post-op care is also very good. I saw the doctors (Brassard and Bélanger) four times in the last two months since my surgery. They are very available, and so are the nurses. Following the post-op care program is important without rushing things.

[Stephenie S]

As Frances has said, Brassard leaves nothing to chance and the nurses are wonderful. I did run into a few problems after I left, but they were entirely my fault. Mostly I was a bit to enthusiastic. Give me a call and I will be happy to chat.

Stephie

[Jorja]

Hi Leslie,
As has been mentioned, the doctors and nurses will give you instructions. Follow them to the letter! Keep in mind this surgery will zap her strength. Do not allow her to try to do too much at once. Dilate, dilate, dilate and dilate some more. First, dilation is necessary to keep the opening open. Second, dilation helps the muscles and tissues in the area to heal properly. Make sure all things are properly sterilized. No need of introducing a bug or bacteria to cause unwanted problems. Any foul smelling or bloody discharge is usually a sign of trouble. Get her in to see the doctor asap.

I know you both will do well. Good Luck!

[Leslie Foxx]

I appreciate all your words of wisdom, many thanks!