This video is a recap of all the unexpected adventures that I had the very day after my mastectomy. I had a nerve block, so I'm sure that helped. So many things I would have planned differently if I had realized that this would be one of the EASIEST days of mastectomy surgery recovery! (Remember to consult with your doctor before making any changes to your treatment plan, before or after mastectomy!)
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0:00 Intro
0:26 Midway between young and old, sick and healthy, and I had a nerve block but I did GREAT!
1:19 All the things I did the day after mastectomy surgery... and the things I didn't do
2:48 All the things I ate the morning after surgery (after fasting 48 hours)
3:42 Even went to two estate sales and mingled with people there
4:37 Tip number one: You will be able to get up the morning after a nerve block
4:59 The awkwardness of a drain and lack of prosthesis on the first few days--NOT a big deal
5:48 Tip Two: DO make therapeutic appointments for the day after surgery
6:31 Tip Three: Plan to feel well and plan to celebrate that
7:02 Tip Four: Know your limits with lifting items that you never considered "heavy"
8:11 Tip Five: Drain, tube and vessel management and awareness
9:10 Tip Six: How to take a shower with your drain attached
10:14 Tip Seven: How to trim your tape or dressings after a shower and apply Arnica
11:07 My Favorite recovery outfit
11:32 Final Tip: Wear a mask in public if you do go out
12:29 The day I see my scars for the first time, what I'll do to prepare
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