Re: what to expect during/right after AVS

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Most will be back to work the next day or two. Some will have pains and can't for several days or even weeks in my experience.Rarely one will need to be hosptialized for a few days.Good luck and keep us posted.Most do well.CE Grim MDHi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff :)How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time :)What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.Thanks again!-msmith192845, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

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I've had two AVS(first one a failed try), in both cases I was able to move right after I was dismissed. The bandage is a regular band aid once you are released so you can put on your jeans. For the two hors in recovery you may feel tired and sleepy but certainly can listen to your iPod, they just won't let you move. You can shower after twenty four hours - just don't pick up anything heavy to trigger bleeding for a few days like 3-4 days. You should be able to go to work the next day. When I had mine I had a flight two days later and was fine. Did not feel any pain at the site of the injection and the scar which was less than half an inch.Hope this helps,Farah

Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff

How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.

Thanks again!

-msmith1928

45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

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My AVS was not a big deal. I had a very small dose of versed & fentanyl, which is not considered anesthesia but conscious sedation. I never went to sleep but felt pretty mellow during the procedure and it was interesting to watch on the fluro screen. There was no bandage, just a small bandaid on the entrance site. I took it off the next day and couldn't see much at all except for some slight bruising. Recovery was nothing, I watched TV, ate a sandwich and drank some juice for two hours, just couldn't move my right leg. It was only about 4 1/2 hours from the time I arrived at the hospital until I went home. They told me I might have some soreness at the site and to take Tylenol if I did, but I didn't need any. I was fine by the time I left the hospital and resumed normal

activities the next day.

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Subject: what to expect during/right after AVSTo: hyperaldosteronism Date: Friday, April 8, 2011, 10:41 AM

Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff :)How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of

person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time :)What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.Thanks again!-msmith192845, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN

meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet------------------------------------

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Thanks a: Can you and others upload your note to AVS stories so we can refer people to them.Yours could be a's AVS experience 2008 (or what ever year it was). Also put a year in yours was done so we get some time flow. a: Also we need to encourage all who have not done the data base update to do so as I will need to finish the paper we are presenting in NYC at the AM SOC of HTN will have as many folks as possible.As I recall you had a very expensive bill as well that the Insurance Paid for?I have lost count on how long ago your study was. Wonder if we should not have files also forYear One Post ADXYear One Post AVS and on RX but no SurgeryYear 2, 3, 4, 5, etc. Or is it better to have everyone just add an update to their own story? Year 1, 2, etc. as long a folks can keep it up.My AVS was not a big deal. I had a very small dose of versed & fentanyl, which is not considered anesthesia but conscious sedation. I never went to sleep but felt pretty mellow during the procedure and it was interesting to watch on the fluro screen. There was no bandage, just a small bandaid on the entrance site. I took it off the next day and couldn't see much at all except for some slight bruising. Recovery was nothing, I watched TV, ate a sandwich and drank some juice for two hours, just couldn't move my right leg. It was only about 4 1/2 hours from the time I arrived at the hospital until I went home. They told me I might have some soreness at the site and to take Tylenol if I did, but I didn't need any. I was fine by the time I left the hospital and resumed normal activities the next day. aSubject: what to expect during/right after AVSTo: hyperaldosteronism Date: Friday, April 8, 2011, 10:41 AMHi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff :)How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time :)What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.Thanks again!-msmith192845, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet------------------------------------

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Thanks Farah, this does help a lot I'm just really skeptical when I'm told

" you can return to work the next day " - it makes a big difference if that means

" you will be in pain but able to function " or " you really will be back to

normal. "

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> > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here

are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm

completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound " stupid " - I

really have no clue about this stuff

> >

> > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to

take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live

alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to

have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant

for any of us.

> >

> > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger

than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> >

> > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of

jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not

the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy

some, now's the time

> >

> > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two

hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed

to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to

what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized

before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> >

> > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the

next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should

be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should

plan for a little more down-time.

> >

> > Thanks again!

> >

> > -msmith1928

> > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin

0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused

gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg,

norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose-

and grain-free diet

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I am thinking we have a file called AVS experiences that you can look at too. But be sure to put yours in when you have yours done.CE Grim MDThanks Farah, this does help a lot I'm just really skeptical when I'm told "you can return to work the next day" - it makes a big difference if that means "you will be in pain but able to function" or "you really will be back to normal." > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff > > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. > > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time > > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?> > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.> > > > Thanks again!> > > > -msmith1928> > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet> > > >>

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Thanks a! I'll consider myself really lucky if I'm only there 4 1/2 hours

This sounds just about as good as it can get.

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> To: hyperaldosteronism

> Date: Friday, April 8, 2011, 10:41 AM

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> Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here

are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm

completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound " stupid " - I

really have no clue about this stuff

>

> How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to

take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live

alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to

have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant

for any of us.

>

> What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than

novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

>

> How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans

fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the

kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some,

now's the time

>

> What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two

hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed

to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to

what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized

before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

>

> And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the

next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should

be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should

plan for a little more down-time.

>

> Thanks again!

>

> -msmith1928

> 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin

0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused

gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg,

norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose-

and grain-free diet

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Thanks Dr. Grim, I've read through all of those but since my questions are kind

of specific, I was hoping someone could address those as well. I'll definitely

be adding mine once its done.

> > >

> > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the

> > procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people

> > with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so

> > apologies in advance if these sound " stupid " - I really have no clue

> > about this stuff

> > > >

> > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm

> > planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a

> > friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others

> > much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm

> > recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> > > >

> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything

> > stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl,

> > versed, and morphine.

> > > >

> > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a

> > pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind

> > clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants,

> > so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

> > > >

> > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time

> > during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the

> > hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod

> > but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations

> > are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they

> > have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> > > >

> > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back

> > to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely

> > worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read

> > online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.

> > > >

> > > > Thanks again!

> > > >

> > > > -msmith1928

> > > > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone

> > 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg

> > spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/

> > day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as

> > needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

> > > >

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >

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I made a file folder in 2006 labeled "AVS Experiences". Mine and a few other people have uploaded our stories there. My AVS results are in there somewhere, too. My AVS was done in 2005 or 2006, can't remember for sure. I got a bill from U-M for something like $15,000. I can't remember exactly what my insurance reimbursed them, I think it was $5-6K, and they accepted it as payment in full. Somebody in the group got a bill for some ridiculous amount like $28,000 but I don't remember where it was from.

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Subject: what to expect during/right after AVSTo: hyperaldosteronism Date: Friday, April 8, 2011, 10:41 AM

Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff :)How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time :)What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next

day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.Thanks again!-msmith192845, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet------------------------------------

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I have a bleeding disorder, so was kept in a couple hours extra. Just to make sure I stopped bleeding. Overall I've had worse pain from an IV. The weirdest part for me was being able to watch the procedure. Alternating interesting and nervous feelings. I took the next day off anyway. I wasn't sure how I'd feel so I did it on a Thursday and took Friday off. I took it easy Friday, to ensure I didn't start bleeding, but was out running errands at the weekend. Good luck to you!

Thanks Farah, this does help a lot I'm just really skeptical when I'm told "you can return to work the next day" - it makes a big difference if that means "you will be in pain but able to function" or "you really will be back to normal."

>

> > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff

> >

> > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> >

> > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> >

> > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

> >

> > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> >

> > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.

> >

> > Thanks again!

> >

> > -msmith1928

> > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

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Thanks txsgreen, that's my plan too - to try to schedule it for a Thursday and

have 3 days to take it easy if need be.

I actually enjoy being able to watch procedures, for some reason it makes me

feel calmer knowing exactly what is happening.

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> > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but

here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience.

I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound " stupid "

- I really have no clue about this stuff

> > > >

> > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm

planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend

afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would

prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it

won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> > > >

> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything

stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and

morphine.

> > > >

> > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of

jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not

the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy

some, now's the time

> > > >

> > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the

two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not

allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this

point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been

hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the

procedure?

> > > >

> > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work

the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I

should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I

should plan for a little more down-time.

> > > >

> > > > Thanks again!

> > > >

> > > > -msmith1928

> > > > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3,

renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused

gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg,

norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose-

and grain-free diet

> > > >

> > > >

> > >

> >

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Full answers below.

Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff

How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. I don't know what I was given. I was fully awake during the procedure.

How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time :)I would wear something loose and comfy. Just the roughness of jeans might irritate you if there is any bruising. Mildly but why feel any annoyance.

What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure? Each hospital is different. Most recommend not bringing anything valuable. Usually they put your belongings in a bag and give it to anyone who might have come with you. I've gone to surgeries alone and never had anything stolen. Still you never know. The time passes quickly enough because they check on you often and there is also bad daytime Telly.

And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.Everyone is different but why not schedule yourself a see break. I fel the nervousness of the situation wore me out enough. I got in a few good books and DVDs and ordered Chinese.

Thanks again!

-msmith1928

45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

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Thank you again txsgreen! Funny thing - I despise television, hence the iPod,

because nothing is guaranteed to make me feel more miserable and depressed than

being stuck in the same room as a television

I'll be fully awake during the procedure too, I'm pretty sure they don't do it

any other way.

And yes, scheduling a few days off sounds like a good idea

>

> > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here

are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm

completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound " stupid " - I

really have no clue about this stuff

> >

>

>

> >

> > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to

take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live

alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to

have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant

for any of us.

> >

> > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger

than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> >

>

> I don't know what I was given. I was fully awake during the procedure.

>

> >

> > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of

jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not

the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy

some, now's the time

> >

> I would wear something loose and comfy. Just the roughness of jeans might

irritate you if there is any bruising. Mildly but why feel any annoyance.

>

> >

> > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two

hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed

to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to

what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized

before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> >

> Each hospital is different. Most recommend not bringing anything valuable.

Usually they put your belongings in a bag and give it to anyone who might have

come with you. I've gone to surgeries alone and never had anything stolen. Still

you never know. The time passes quickly enough because they check on you often

and there is also bad daytime Telly.

> >

> > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the

next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should

be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should

plan for a little more down-time.

> >

>

> Everyone is different but why not schedule yourself a see break. I fel the

nervousness of the situation wore me out enough. I got in a few good books and

DVDs and ordered Chinese.

> >

> > Thanks again!

> >

> > -msmith1928

> > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin

0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused

gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg,

norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose-

and grain-free diet

> >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Also be certain they use ACTH if we have not mentioned this before.Thanks txsgreen, that's my plan too - to try to schedule it for a Thursday and have 3 days to take it easy if need be.I actually enjoy being able to watch procedures, for some reason it makes me feel calmer knowing exactly what is happening.> > > > > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff > > > > > > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.> > > > > > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. > > > > > > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time > > > > > > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?> > > > > > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.> > > > > > > > Thanks again!> > > > > > > > -msmith1928> > > > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet> > > > > > > >> > >> > > >>

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Thanks - already made sure of that. Apparently at UCLA it's standard protocol.

> > > > >

> > > > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the

> > procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people

> > with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so

> > apologies in advance if these sound " stupid " - I really have no clue

> > about this stuff

> > > > > >

> > > > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure?

> > I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by

> > a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others

> > much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm

> > recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had

> > anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me

> > fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry?

> > Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in

> > mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say,

> > sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

> > > > > >

> > > > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time

> > during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the

> > hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod

> > but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations

> > are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they

> > have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> > > > > >

> > > > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go

> > back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have

> > completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts

> > I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more

> > down-time.

> > > > > >

> > > > > > Thanks again!

> > > > > >

> > > > > > -msmith1928

> > > > > > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule,

> > aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking

> > supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other

> > meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and

> > cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free

> > diet

> > > > > >

> > > > > >

> > > > >

> > > >

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >

> >

>

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My ex was like that. He could watch anything and it calmed him down. For some reason shiney objects and procedures makes me a little wobbly. I would watch the AVS and my BP would start going sky high. It was fluctuating so much and the right adrenal wasn't wanting to help sofinally they gave up. Now I wonder if I have bilateral PA. I am calmest if I have knowledge. That's why this site is so great. Best of luck to you and enjoy the free weekend!

Thanks txsgreen, that's my plan too - to try to schedule it for a Thursday and have 3 days to take it easy if need be.

I actually enjoy being able to watch procedures, for some reason it makes me feel calmer knowing exactly what is happening.

> > >

> > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff

> > > >

> > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> > > >

> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> > > >

> > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

> > > >

> > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> > > >

> > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.

> > > >

> > > > Thanks again!

> > > >

> > > > -msmith1928

> > > > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

> > > >

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

I keep forgetingto sign my name. JaNelle. I only just got a Telly. Friend gave it to me for Yule. I don't have cable or anything but I do have Netflix. So I get to watch old films. I'd give the Telly up on a second if it meant I lost my iPod.! I think I get withdrawals when I leave the house and forget it. We should have a PA podcast? There are some great meditation podcasts if anyone needs help sleeping. I do wish waiting rooms would turn of the tv. You're a little nervous and edgy Nd they have fox news or Jerry springer yelling. Argh. What happened to trying to have calming waiting areas? Fish tanks. So many on here are getting procedures soon. I'll be thinking of you and wish you well! Good luck JaNelle

Thank you again txsgreen! Funny thing - I despise television, hence the iPod, because nothing is guaranteed to make me feel more miserable and depressed than being stuck in the same room as a television

I'll be fully awake during the procedure too, I'm pretty sure they don't do it any other way.

And yes, scheduling a few days off sounds like a good idea

>

> > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff

> >

>

>

> >

> > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> >

> > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine.

> >

>

> I don't know what I was given. I was fully awake during the procedure.

>

> >

> > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time

> >

> I would wear something loose and comfy. Just the roughness of jeans might irritate you if there is any bruising. Mildly but why feel any annoyance.

>

> >

> > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?

> >

> Each hospital is different. Most recommend not bringing anything valuable. Usually they put your belongings in a bag and give it to anyone who might have come with you. I've gone to surgeries alone and never had anything stolen. Still you never know. The time passes quickly enough because they check on you often and there is also bad daytime Telly.

> >

> > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.

> >

>

> Everyone is different but why not schedule yourself a see break. I fel the nervousness of the situation wore me out enough. I got in a few good books and DVDs and ordered Chinese.

> >

> > Thanks again!

> >

> > -msmith1928

> > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet

> >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Thank you, JaNelle, for the well-wishes. And I agree completely - fish tanks in

every waiting room should be mandatory

> > >

> > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but

here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience.

I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound " stupid "

- I really have no clue about this stuff

> > > >

> > >

> > >

> > > >

> > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm

planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend

afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would

prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it

won't be very pleasant for any of us.

> > > >

> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything

stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and

morphine.

> > > >

> > >

> > > I don't know what I was given. I was fully awake during the procedure.

> > >

> > > >

> > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of

jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not

the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy

some, now's the time

> > > >

> > > I would wear something loose and comfy. Just the roughness of jeans might

irritate you if there is any bruising. Mildly but why feel any annoyance.

> > >

> > > >

> > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the

two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not

allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this

point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been

hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the

procedure?

> > > >

> > > Each hospital is different. Most recommend not bringing anything valuable.

Usually they put your belongings in a bag and give it to anyone who might have

come with you. I've gone to surgeries alone and never had anything stolen. Still

you never know. The time passes quickly enough because they check on you often

and there is also bad daytime Telly.

> > > >

> > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work

the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I

should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I

should plan for a little more down-time.

> > > >

> > >

> > > Everyone is different but why not schedule yourself a see break. I fel the

nervousness of the situation wore me out enough. I got in a few good books and

DVDs and ordered Chinese.

> > > >

> > > > Thanks again!

> > > >

> > > > -msmith1928

> > > > 45, female, 5'3 " , 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3,

renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused

gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg,

norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose-

and grain-free diet

> > > >

> > > >

> > >

> >

> >

>

[Guest guest]

And your thumnial is? to keep me right on who you are. We have 500 here. CE Grim MDI keep forgetingto sign my name. JaNelle. I only just got a Telly. Friend gave it to me for Yule. I don't have cable or anything but I do have Netflix. So I get to watch old films. I'd give the Telly up on a second if it meant I lost my iPod.! I think I get withdrawals when I leave the house and forget it. We should have a PA podcast? There are some great meditation podcasts if anyone needs help sleeping. I do wish waiting rooms would turn of the tv. You're a little nervous and edgy Nd they have fox news or Jerry springer yelling. Argh. What happened to trying to have calming waiting areas? Fish tanks. So many on here are getting procedures soon. I'll be thinking of you and wish you well! Good luck JaNelle Thank you again txsgreen! Funny thing - I despise television, hence the iPod, because nothing is guaranteed to make me feel more miserable and depressed than being stuck in the same room as a television :)I'll be fully awake during the procedure too, I'm pretty sure they don't do it any other way.And yes, scheduling a few days off sounds like a good idea > > > Hi all - I'll be running these past my doctor before the procedure, but here are a few things that I'd like to ask people with first-hand experience. I'm completely new to hospitals, so apologies in advance if these sound "stupid" - I really have no clue about this stuff > > > > > > > > How incapacitated should I expect to be after the procedure? I'm planning to take a taxi to the hospital, and to be picked up by a friend afterward. I live alone and don't like to impose on others much so I would prefer to not have to have someone with me while I'm recovering, as I'm sure it won't be very pleasant for any of us.> > > > What might I expect from the anesthesia? I've never had anything stronger than novocaine before. They will be giving me fentanyl, versed, and morphine. > > > > I don't know what I was given. I was fully awake during the procedure. > > > > > How big are the bandages they use at the points of entry? Will a pair of jeans fit over them? Do I need to keep anything in mind clothing-wise? I'm not the kind of person who owns, say, sweatpants, so if I need to run out and buy some, now's the time > > > I would wear something loose and comfy. Just the roughness of jeans might irritate you if there is any bruising. Mildly but why feel any annoyance. > > > > > What, if anything, will I be allowed to do to pass the time during the two hours after the procedure, when I will be kept at the hospital and not allowed to move? I was planning on bringing my iPod but have no idea at this point as to what the rules and regulations are at hospitals, having never been hospitalized before. Do they have safes to keep your stuff in during the procedure?> > > Each hospital is different. Most recommend not bringing anything valuable. Usually they put your belongings in a bag and give it to anyone who might have come with you. I've gone to surgeries alone and never had anything stolen. Still you never know. The time passes quickly enough because they check on you often and there is also bad daytime Telly. > > > > And, last - will I really, *realistically*, be able to go back to work the next day? The IR tells me the drugs will have completely worn off and I should be fine. But some of the accounts I've read online make it seem like I should plan for a little more down-time.> > > > Everyone is different but why not schedule yourself a see break. I fel the nervousness of the situation wore me out enough. I got in a few good books and DVDs and ordered Chinese. > > > > Thanks again!> > > > -msmith1928> > 45, female, 5'3", 120 lbs, 1cm left adrenal nodule, aldosterone 42.3, renin 0.5, potassium <2.9 (when not taking supplements); 25mg spiro caused gynecomastia, no HTN meds; other meds are 20MEQ K 2x/day, singulair 10mg, norethindrone .35mg, and cyclobenzaprine 5mg as needed; low sodium, fructose- and grain-free diet> > > >>