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  • The anesthesia will make you groggy and cause impaired judgment, therefore, do not drive, operate hazardous machinery, make any important decisions, or sign legal papers for 24 hours.
  • Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours.
  • Take pain medicine as directed. If none was prescribed, take a non-aspirin pain reliever (Tylenol or ibuprofen) as needed unless your doctor has told you otherwise.
  • Eat light foods for the first few hours after surgery, then increase your diet as tolerated.
  • Drink as much fluid as you can tolerate, up to 8 glasses/day.
  • A small amount of blood on your dressing may be expected. If it becomes soaked, place additional dressings over the one already there and call your doctor.
  • Call your physician for a fever over 101, increased swelling, redness, or drainage.