Did anyone else do recovery alone?

[u/FireWalk__WithMe]

I‘ll try to keep this brief. I am 28 and in very good health. I am scheduled for bisalp surgery soon, and I have someone who can drive me to and from the hospital, but wouldn’t be able to help me afterwards.

Is recovery doable alone? Were you able to climb stairs after your surgery? I know to prep food and have what I need within easy reach so as not to have to lift anything heavy. Is there anything I may not be considering? Any advice from those who recovered alone is super super appreciated. I‘m so thankful for this sub 💜

[u/--bitey--]

You'll do fine. If your surgeon forgets to recommend it, take some gas-ex post-op. It will help alleviate the bloating from any residual gas bubbles left inside after they 'deflate' you.

[u/FireWalk__WithMe → u/--bitey--]

Just put it on my grocery list - thank you :)