Very new to this type of communication but feel very alone. Seeing surgeon then removal of lung net. What does surgeon need to know? Everything done by phone so far! What does pre op appointment consist of? What clothes do I take in hospital to accommodate chest drain etc? Am guessing no bra!! Sorry for disjointed ramble my thoughts and feelings are all over the place. Just want to know there’s someone out there! Thank you!
Hello and welcome to somewhere we never want to be...
I too have a Lung NET primary with Liver Mets. You can read my profile if it help.
I can only give you my experience...The surgeon will have all your records and may well have been part of the MDT that discussed your case prior to the decision being made to operate.
Pre assessment is where you are seen by a Senior Nurse who will go through everything with you, will examine you, take bloods, organise Lung function tests, possible see Physio. So it’s a very busy session and once everything is completed you will see the Surgeon who explains in detail what the operation involves and the risks.
As actual hospital stay, I had a couple of button up nightdresses, any type as long as they are loose it’s just easier and hopefully the drain is only in a day or two. Your up walking about as soon as you can, so nothing too short....I got a couple of Sloggie type bras which I found comfortable to wear, large size as they were supportive but didn’t get into those till I came home.
Write down all your questions and take them with you as well as family or friends who can help you remember what it was you wanted to ask!!
