You will need to be watched in the hospital for at least 1-2 days, sometimes longer. After you leave the hospital, you will follow up with your clinician.

• Leave the dressings on for 24 hours, then remove them and shower.

• Do not put any creams or medicines on the wounds.

• Replace bandage until the wound is closed, usually 24-48 hours.

• Do not soak the wounds (in the bath or pool) until they are completely healed (around 72 hours).

• No exercise or exertion until the wounds are completely healed and your clinician says it is OK.

Symptoms you may notice:

• You may feel groggy from the medicines used to keep you comfortable. Headache and nausea may occur but usually do not last longer than 12-24 hours.

• You may have soreness and bruising around the wound.