FAQ – Surgery – Planned and Emergency operations

It is necessary to refrain from eating the day before the operation. A light breakfast is allowed.
You can drink, but within reasonable limits (not more than 1.5 liters of fluid per day).
Try to relax and reduce the impact of stressors.
No need to look for additional information about possible complications, further try to understand the causes and consequences of the disease.
Stop taking any analgesics the day before surgery.
Talk to your doctor about taking any medications you take on a regular basis before surgery.

Strictly follow all prescriptions from medical staff.
Immediately after the operation, you will wake up in the intensive care unit. Don’t panic and calmly let the staff know that you have regained consciousness.
You will experience pain in the operating field and scar. That’s fine.
Only take painkillers as prescribed by your doctor.
Don’t rush to lean on food right away. You will be prescribed a special diet, which depends on your underlying disease and the type of surgery performed. Follow her closely.
At night, be sure to try to sleep.
Once your doctor gives you permission, start getting up and walking slowly (no more than 1 km a day).

By the time of discharge, the pain should be almost completely gone. If the pain bothers you too often or with too much intensity, please let your doctor know.
Don’t overdo it with painkillers. Take them strictly according to the scheme.
Be sure to see a doctor at the appointed time for dressings, as well as possible removal of sutures (not always required).
Strictly follow the diet prescribed by your doctor. Don’t allow yourself large portions of food. It is better to follow the tactics of fractional nutrition.
Drink at least 1.5 to 2 liters of fluid a day.
Be sure to include light exercise or exercise in your daily routine. Dosed walking will also be helpful.