General anaesthetic and sedation: aftercare advice
Information for patients from Day Surgery
When you get home and for the first few days after your surgery
Arrange for someone to collect you from hospital and look after you for the first 24 hours.
You must rest for 24 to 48 hours after your operation.
If you have had a general anaesthetic, avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, or taking sleeping tablets for 24 hours after your operation.
If you have had a general anaesthetic, do not drive, cook, or operate any machinery for 24 to 48 hours after your operation.
Take the pain relief medication as prescribed by the hospital.
You may eat and drink as you wish, however your appetite may be poor to begin with.
Some people may feel emotional or “weepy” during the first few days; this is normal.
What should I do if I have any concerns or questions?
If you have any queries, please contact one of the following.
Canterbury Day Surgery Centre, Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Canterbury
Telephone: 01227 783114 (7:30am to 8pm)
Telephone: 07887 687645 (8pm to 7:30am)
Day Surgery, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate
Telephone: 01843 234499 (7:30am to 8pm)
Telephone: 07887 651162 (8pm to 7:30am)
Channel Day Surgery, William Harvey Hospital, Ashford
Telephone: 01233 616263 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)