Lupy -
I had no bruises, but like Kathy M found the double vision unsettling. I didn't realize it was a possibility.
I also wasn't prepared for the feeling when I woke up post op. I don't want to frighten you, but some have likened the feeling to being hit by a Mack truck and I'd have to agree. My neurotologist tried to prepare me for this feeling but it's kind of something you have to experience yourself to appreciate
![Roll Eyes ::)](https://www.anausa.org/smf/Smileys/classic/rolleyes.gif)
I'd never had a major surgery before this, so I really had nothing to compare it to.
As far as the catheter goes, I asked my doc to make sure it was inserted after I was put to sleep and he agreed. Taking it out when you're awake is no big deal.
I'm amazed that Dan was eating so soon - and real food, too. I was nauseaus for many days post op. Couldn't eat at all.
But like he said - everyone is different.
Good luck with your surgery,
Jan
Oh, I don't know if the ANA will send literature to Australia. But it doesn't hurt to ask. You can contact them through the main page of this website.