Surgery FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Elective surgery is a type of surgery that isn’t urgent from medical point of view and hence, is planned beforehand.

In contrast, emergency and urgent surgery need to be done as soon as possible as it can greatly affect a person’s life.

Elective surgery can be of many types depending on the affected section of the body.

Of all types of surgeries, LASIC is one of the latest ones. LASIC helps those people who wish to not wear their corrective lenses by using sophisticated laser beams.

The FDA (Federal Drug Administration) gave the procedure approval in 1995. LASIC stands for Laser-Assisted in-Situ Keratomileusis.

It has helped millions of people around the globe to get rid of their spectacles.

Laser eye surgery cost or LASIC cost does vary throughout Australia and it depends on whether you need it in one of your eyes or both.

Also, it isn’t that expensive either and most of the time is under 3000 dollars per eye.

Though many might argue this surgery to be expensive, in the long run, it actually gives more benefit as you don’t have to buy or maintain spectacles or lenses.

Mohs surgery is done to give relief to those who are suffering from skin cancer.

In this delicate and precise procedure, the cancerous cells are removed in layers for making the skin cancer free.

While many may think that this is a recent type of surgery, it has been practiced since 1938.

It is called Mohs as it was invented by a noted surgeon, Frederic E. Mohs.

Unlike what most people think, gastric sleeve is different that gastric bypass. However, the result nevertheless is the same.

This surgery is recommended for those whose BMI (Body Mass Index) is beyond 40.

After going through this procedure, you will have to adapt new eating habits too.

As many of you might have guessed, is a solution to a blocked artery in the heart.

This is done to reduce the patient’s risk of getting a heart attack. With regards to the blocked artery, a new bypass is created so that the blood can flow easily.

Most people get to know about their blockage when they suffer from intense chest pain.

Perhaps one of the oldest types of surgeries, plastic surgery is done to alter, reconstruct or restore parts of the human body.

Unlike what most people think, they aren’t just limited to facial features.

Plastic surgery has benefited a number of people who were disfigured or suffered because of one or more reasons.

Top surgery is mainly done for transgender men who wish to remove their fat tissue from their chest.

A point to note is that it can also be done for those transgender women who want to do it reverse.

Top surgery is mainly done for transgender men who wish to remove their fat tissue from their chest.

A point to note is that it can also be done for those transgender women who want to do it reverse.

An interesting question. You are asked not to eat before a surgery is performed on you as almost all of them are done after administrating anaesthesia.

As these anaesthetics slow down metabolism, and hence, there is a risk that you may vomit what you ate during the surgery.

The proper term for laser eye surgery is LASIC and it stands for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis.

As you may have guessed, LASER based technology is used to remove the concerned defects in the eye.

As per observations, pain after going through hernia surgery lasts from about 3 to 5 months on an average.

However, the duration may vary other than this given range too. Do contact your doctor or local GP if it is unbearable.

Since most surgeries involve giving anaesthetics, it is recommended by medical professionals and surgeons to their patients to not consume any solid food before coming into the surgery room.

The cost of going through laser eye surgery is about 3000 AUD. This might vary though and some people might even think of it as costly.

But if we look at the benefits and savings that one makes, then it is definitely worth is to undergo a laser eye surgery. Not to mention the positive impact it will have on your personality.

Phalloplasty or penis enlargement surgery is somewhat costly as it costs about 50,000 AUD minimum.

Not just this, there can be added costs involved as well while you recover.

Penis enlargement surgery is a better option than shady penis enlargement pills as it is done by qualified medical professionals.

Gallbladder surgery usually takes a couple of hours. Do ask your doctor or surgeon for what you should do and what you should note after going through one.

Also, the surgery is quite important as not getting it done on time may have serious consequences. For figuring out whether you need it or not, do look into the associated symptoms.

The surgery can be done in two ways, Cholecystectomy and Laparoscopic. A choice is made out of these based on the circumstances.

Yes, you can perform temporary exercises that can reduce your prolapse pain without surgery but this isn’t a definite solution to the problem.

In case these exercises don’t work out for you, then you shouldn’t let things get worse as it may have severe negative consequences.

Pregnancy too can complicate matters and you should resole your prolapse issue before planning a child.

Another thing to note is that the rest period after the surgery is important and you must follow all instructions set by the medical professionals.

Lap band or gastric sleeve surgery in Australia costs from anywhere between 3,500 AUD to 20,000 AUD depending on whether you have been insured or not.

You should choose this way if you have tried all other possible ways of weight loss and haven’t been able to reduce your weight.

Those with high BMI too can undertake this surgery as higher BMI means greater susceptibility to diseases like diabetes and hypertension.

It depends on the condition of the patient. Minor symptoms can be treated with pelvic floor exercises and a supportive device.

However, a technical answer to the question would be NO.

If you have serious symptoms and are experiencing unbearable amounts of pain, then you must opt for a prolapsed bladder surgery.

While you think of taking painkillers to avoid the pain, your body will eventually develop resistance to it besides you would also put yourself at risk of moving on to opioids.

Yes, there are several ways in which you can deal with receding gums like flossing, brushing, using thyme oil, Hydrogen Peroxide, turmeric gel, tea tree oil, omega-3 fatty acids, septilin, aloe vera, peppermint oil, green tea, salt, eucalyptus oil, and oil pulling.

Droopy eyelids can be caused by a number of issues including allergies, injury, insomnia and smoking.

For dealing with drooping eyelids without surgery, methods like using chamomile tea bags, eating grapes and applying cucumber slices work too.

You can try them but if don’t observe any relief, it is better to consult a medical professional or a GP.

Also, make sure that he or she explains everything there is to you about the surgery.

Well, while surgery is performed by medical experts (surgeons), there are some exercises that allegedly can ‘increase’ the penis size.

Not just that, there are penis pumps too that their manufacturers claim to increase the size.

Another type of surgical procedure that assists people with higher BMI to reduce their weight.

The process ensures some hormonal changes that affect a person’s hunger and hence, weight loss occurs as a result.

It has been found that it reduces weight significantly besides reducing the possibility of a person getting afflicted with hypertension or diabetes.

It is recommended by experts for those who have a BMI of more than 40 and is advisable to those above 35.

Many don’t know that cataract is actually a lens replacement surgery. While cataract as a phenomenon is usually observed in old people, it can happen to young ones due to one or other factors.

The haziness in the lens causes faulty vision and hence, requires surgery. You would be pleased to know that a majority of these surgeries are successful and proper vision is restored to those that were operated on.

Laser eye surgery is nothing but LASIC that helps patients get their eye defects like myopia and hypermetropia.

However, a point to note here is that it was introduced for use in 1995. The long-term effects of laser eye surgery are yet to studied.

The wrist which was operated on will be kept properly bandaged while you may also experience pain, reduced wrist strength, or infection.

If you are someone who makes his living by writing or coding, then you may feel your efficiency to have been reduced. However, there is no need to worry as these are going to be just temporary effects.

While if your artery blockage is high, you should go with what the doctor has to say, there are still things that can be done to unblock arteries.

They are stopping to smoke and drink, lose weight, start eating a proper and healthy diet.

Unlike you might be thinking, vascular surgery isn’t a type of surgery but is rather a surgical subspeciality that exclusively deals with the vascular system. Becoming a vascular surgeon requires a high degree of speciality.

It depends on what type of surgery you have had. People who have had open gallbladder surgery comparatively require comparatively longer time to recover than those who hadn’t (a couple of weeks).

You aren’t advised to eat any solid food before your surgery as due to the administered anaesthetics, your digestive system may slow down and you may end up vomiting or involuntary become a victim of anti-peristalsis.

Usually, it takes less than an hour to remove the wisdom teeth. Anaesthesia (local) is administered during this procedure. Dentist carry it out in case there is no other alternative and the teeth or tooth is causing unbearable pain to the patient.

The laser eye surgery in Australia costs about 3000 dollars per eye in Australia but the cost may vary. The cost however is alright considering laser eye surgery eliminates the need to wear glasses or contact lenses for the rest of your life.

The recovery time depends on the type of surgery that you have had. For open surgery, the time to recover can even be a month, but for laparoscopic ones, one can recover in just 2 weeks.

The reason being that the cut size when it comes to laparoscopic surgery is very small and it is also relatively advanced form of surgery.

Most of time, appendix surgery gets over in an hour. However, you won’t be discharge just after that. That will happen after 24 to 36 hours. Overall, a relatively less time intensive surgery than others.

Hip replacement takes just one hour and sometimes even less. It is a serious surgery that is done to replace the original hip joint with and artificial one. While many may argue that is solely done for old people, those who have been in an accident may also need a hip replacement surgery.

Usually for about 3-5 days, you may have difficulty in passing stool like you do regularly. If it lasts longer, it is recommended that you contact your doctor or general practitioner. At first, they may go with stool softeners, but if things still don’t improve, laxatives will come to the rescue.

It involves the surgeon making some small-sized cuts in the abdomen region and then using narrow sized medical tools to operate. A great thing about this type of surgery is that the cuts are not more than a centimetre.

You can contact your doctor who would most likely prescribe you a stool softener or laxative in case the constipation is serious. Passing gas is a sign that means your bowel movements have started again.

Leaky heart valve can be fixed without going for an open-heart surgery as there is a device called Mitraclip. While there isn’t a sure fire to fix things without surgery when it comes to the valves in heart, there are some lifestyle changes that can be done to make sure that your heart stays healthy.

Indeed, there some things which you shouldn’t do after cataract surgery. They are rubbing eyes, not wearing sunglasses, swim, going to dusty places, apply makeup, or drive. The reason for not doing all these things may have become clear to you.

There are some temporary after effects that you might notice including feeling lethargic, minor bleeding from the vagina in the first couple of days, minor pain in the shoulders, and minor stomach ache.

There are some exercises which can do to enlarge your breasts without needing to go to the surgeon. Some of them are modified push ups, chest press (extensions), horizontal chest presses, prayer pose, arm presses, arm circles, and wall presses.

Some creams and oils also claim to enhance the size of the breasts but as per the FDA (Federal Drug Administration), none of such products have been observed to work.

ACL or anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction usually takes about 3 to 4 hours. However, recovery time is considerably large since it involves the reconstruction of the knee ligament.

Doctors and medical professionals assess your condition and only recommend this procedure if they there is no other alternative.
However, it is strongly advisable that one follows what the doctor tells. If in doubt, you can take second opinion from another doctor.

It is one of the many types of cardiac surgeries that involve cutting open the chest and operating on the heart itself. How does the blood keep flowing then you may ask?

A sophisticated machine takes the patient on cardiopulmonary bypass and the machine does the work of the heart while the surgeons operate.
However, since the machine doesn’t replicate the heart, surgeons try to operate efficiently while keeping in mind the time constraint.

You can wish them the best and convey it to them that it is going to end well. Also, if possible, just smile. A smile is something is said but conveys a lot.

You can also sing their favourite song with them if they are a close friend or a family member. It will lighten the mood and even destress them.
If possible, you can even watch a movie before they go in the surgery room. There are a lot of other things too which you can do.

A typical cataract surgery takes less than an hour. Yes, you read it right. Although, you will be required to rest for some time after that as the effect of anesthesia takes time to go away.

You may also be prescribed some medicines or eye drops to prevent infection from spreading. Usually, those who undergo this recover in a couple of months.
Do ask your doctor about the dos and don’ts that you should follow during the recovery process. This will definitely help you recover faster.