Do I have to wash my hair before surgery?

The first shower should be taken two days before surgery and the second shower the day before surgery. The third shower will be the morning of surgery. With each shower, if you are going to wash your hair, wash as usual with your normal shampoo. Rinse your hair and body thoroughly afterward to remove the residue.
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Are you supposed to wash your hair before surgery?

Hair: Many hair products and hair pieces contain highly flammable products. Your safety is our first priority. That's why we require that you wash your hair the night before or the morning of surgery using only shampoo and conditioner. DO NOT use any other hair products after washing.
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What should I do with my hair for surgery?

If you have long hair, consider braiding it or putting it in a ponytail. Don't put on makeup or use any hair products. Remove your contact lenses and wear your eye glasses to the hospital (if this applies to you)
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Why do I need to shower twice before surgery?

Your body needs to be thoroughly washed with a special soap called ChlorHexidine Gluconate (CHG or HIbiclens) before surgery. This is because all humans have germs on their skin that may cause an infection after surgery.
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What should I wash before surgery?

You will need to shower with special soap or wipes called chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG), or germ-killing treatment, before surgery. A shower using this soap or wipes will reduce your risk of getting an infection.
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Can I brush my teeth before surgery?

Yes. You may brush your teeth and swish with a small amount of water to rinse.
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Can I shower the morning of surgery?

The first shower should be taken two days before surgery and the second shower the day before surgery. The third shower will be the morning of surgery. With each shower, if you are going to wash your hair, wash as usual with your normal shampoo. Rinse your hair and body thoroughly afterward to remove the residue.
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Should I shower the night before or day of surgery?

Prior to your surgery, you should plan on showering or take a bath the night before surgery and the morning of surgery. You should use an antibacterial soap (i.e. Dial) to scrub the area where surgery will be performed. This is intended to limit the growth of germs which may be present on your skin.
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Can I shave my armpits before surgery?

To reduce the risk of surgical site infection, please follow these important guidelines: 1. Do not shave or wax any area on your body for a week before surgery (legs, bikini, underarms, etc.). Shaving can nick the skin and increase the risk of wound infection.
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Why do you wear socks during surgery?

Graduated compression stockings help prevent blood pooling and clotting in lower leg veins. Guidelines recommend their use in combination with anti-clotting medicines for patients with a moderate or high risk of VTE undergoing planned surgery.
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What should you do the night before surgery?

What should you expect right before surgery?
  1. Follow pre-surgery directions and diet. Unless you're having only local anesthesia, you may be told not to eat or drink anything after midnight before your procedure. ...
  2. Bring a friend. ...
  3. Wear comfortable clothing.
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Why shouldnt you wear deodorant before surgery?

Why can't I wear deodorant to surgery? Deodorants can have alcohol in them. We use a diathermy machine which can make a little spark, and we really don't want to have an explosion because there's alcohol in your armpit.
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What should I pack for day surgery?

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If you're staying in hospital, you may wish to pack:
  • a nightdress or pyjamas.
  • day clothes.
  • clean underwear.
  • dressing gown and slippers.
  • small hand towel.
  • toiletries – soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant.
  • sanitary towels or tampons.
  • razor and shaving materials.
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Do I have to wash my hair with antibacterial soap before surgery?

Yes, please bathe or shower prior to your surgery with antibacterial soap. You might not have to make an extra trip to the store, many bar soaps; such as Dial, Irish Sping and Lever 2000 have antibacterial properties.
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Can you put on deodorant before surgery?

Makeup, perfume and hairspray should not be worn the day of surgery. Bathing, creams, lotions, deodorants. Please shower or bathe the night before your surgery.
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Can you wear hair products during surgery?

Makeup and Hair Products—Don't wear any makeup to the hospital. While you are under anesthesia, you don't have a blink reflex so small particles of makeup (especially mascara) can injure your eyes. Also, makeup, hair products and nail polish can be flammable and should not be worn when you are having surgery.
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Why do they shave your thigh before surgery?

“Prepping” a patient for surgery usually involves shaving areas where incisions are to be made. Some surgeons believe it is important to remove anything that might obstruct their view. Others see shaving as a way to eliminate bacteria that cling to the hair and can contaminate the surgical site.
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Why did they shave my thigh during surgery?

FOR as long as anyone can remember, surgeons have shaved the skin around an impending operation, both for better access to the operative area and to help prevent infections.
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Does general anesthesia affect your hair?

Anesthesia Can Impact Your Hair Too

During surgery, doctors use anesthesia to put the body into a very relaxed state. When this happens, it causes the fast-paced cell division occurring in your hair follicles to slow down. This can cause a significant disruption in the normal production process.
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Can I wear pajamas to surgery?

Wear loose, comfortable clothing that can fit over a bulky dressing. Wear shorts, sweat pants, pajama pants, skirt or dress. Do not wear jeans.
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What do you wear during surgery?

Do You Wear Clothes During Surgery? During surgery, you wear a hospital gown. After you've recovered and are ready to be discharged from the facility, you can change into the clothes you wore when you first arrived. You may want to bring a change of underwear and some toiletries to freshen up before going home.
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Should I sleep before surgery?

It is important that you get a good night's sleep before your surgery. If you find you are nervous or anxious the night before, you can take an over-the-counter sleep aid.
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Can you wear socks during surgery?

Clothing/Hygiene: We suggest loose fitting, comfortable clothing and shoes be worn the day of your surgery. You may bring socks to wear. Do not wear contact lenses, make-up, nail polish, hairpins, or jewelry, including body piercings.
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What do they rub on body before surgery?

The most common skin preparation agents used today include products containing iodophors or chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG).
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How do you prepare your skin for surgery?

Preoperative/Preadmission Skin Preparation:

On the day of surgery, gently wipe the skin with either an alcohol or chlorhexidine based solution (i.e. 70% isopropyl alcohol, chlorhexidine gluconate) in the preoperative area or in the operating room to provide a preliminary cleanse of the entire surgical field.
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