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    What can I expect immediately after surgery?

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  • Dr Shekhar Sharma

    Colorectal Surgeon (Bowel), General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon

    As a general surgeon with 20+ years of experience, I strongly believe in “ethical & quality care”. I offer all general surgical services (e.g. scopes, … View Profile

    Post-surgery expectations include:

    1. You will be taken to the Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) where vital signs are monitored as you wake up from anaesthesia.

    2. Common side effects include drowsiness, nausea, sore throat (from intubation), muscle aches, and mild pain at the incision site.

    3. Depending on your condition and type of procedure:

    • Outpatient ("same-day") surgeries allow discharge within hours post-procedure.

    • Inpatient surgeries may require an overnight stay or longer hospitalization.

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