- What should I expect if everything goes well? What if things don’t go well?
- What will my scar look like? How big will it be? Will my body look different after the surgery?
- Will I have any drains or tubes in my body after surgery? Will I have to go home with them?
- How will I feel after surgery? What will my pain be like?
- What can I do about pain after surgery?
- What types of pain or feelings are normal? When should I be worried?
- When can I eat and drink after surgery? What can I eat? Will food taste different?
- When will I be able to see my parents/family/friends after surgery?
- How long will I be in the hospital?
- What will the recovery process be like? How long will it take for me to fully recover from surgery?
- After I leave the hospital, what type of care or help will I need?
- How long before I can go back to school and my usual activities?
- How long before I can play sports again or do other activities?
- When do I need to come back to the clinic for a check-up?