
What to expect:
- You can expect some discomfort or tenderness around the site of your surgery. This should be relieved with oral pain killers.
- When you pass urine you may feel stinging or a burning discomfort. This should resolve within a few days. Again, try oral analgesia if you experience discomfort. A urine alkaliniser such as Ural (over the counter at the chemist)
What to do:
- Do not drive or operate heavy machinery for 24 hours after your procedure.
- Remove the dressing over the IV site approximately 2 hours after removal of your IV cannula.
- Take oral analgesia as directed for pain or discomfort.
- Avoid constipation and straining. Please take stool softeners or aperients as advised by your surgeon.
- Avoid heavy lifting and exercise for 4 weeks.
- Do not drive for 2 weeks.
- Return to work in 2-4 weeks, depending on the type of work that you do. Discuss with your surgeon if you are unsure.
- Avoid sexual intercourse until you are comfortable – usually takes 4 – 6 weeks.
- Make an appointment to see your surgeon in the timeframe advised.
- Continue your normal diet unless directed.
When to notify your doctor:
- If your pain level increases and is not relieved by oral analgesia.
- If you have a fever.
- If you experience an offensive smelling vaginal discharge.
- If you are unable to pass urine and/or have bladder distension and/or discomfort.
- Notify your GP if you have pain, discomfort, redness or swelling at the site of your IV cannula
- Dr Stamatiou can be contacted at the following numbers: Office Hours on 07 3613 9774 and after-hours on 07 3503 6829.
- If you are not able to contact your Dr Stamatiou after hours, please go to your nearest Emergency Centre.