might seem a bit of an odd topic but my dad is having his surgery on 16th June. I’d like to get him a Father’s Day gift that’s semi useful whilst he is convalescing- any suggestions?
Hello Tattooedteacher0621 . I will start things off by checking with him that he has explored all of his options and maybe to give you an idea of them you would like to watch this video. Many men are rushed into making a decision between surgery and radiotherapy without understanding the possible long term side effects or the risk of recurrence depending on the type of prostate cancer that they have. Also some treatments are not offered in all areas but should be accessible by referral. It can be a delicate subject to discuss with daughters so I would also suggest that he joins a forum himself where he can get first hand experience from others who have been in the same situation.
I loved small, yummy snacks for the first night after the surgery. I was hungry but also not “really hungry” after being groggy and drugged up. I woke up every hour in the hospital bed and being able to reach out for a yummy biscuit or caramel bite as a treat was brilliant. Seems a very small thing, but it was glorious!
For the journey home and going out for the first week, soft and fairly loose fitting (very lightweight in this weather) jogging bottoms for being out and about while keeping the catheter and bag covered. For home, soft and fairly loose fitting shorts which make bag changes a breeze.
Forgot to mention dark joggers (light grey could be embarrassing if there is a slight catheter leak) and I found open hem ones (not elastic cuffed at the ankle) best as you can then pull one leg up and change the bag without having to take the whole lot down.
I had a similar moment last year and found that something small but meaningful helped a lot. I ended up getting a 3D figure made from my favorite photo of us together using my3dfigure.com. It wasn’t fancy, just something personal I could keep on the shelf, and it brought back good memories without feeling too heavy.
