Drainage from incisional site. Opening of incisions. Fevers greater than 101.5 degrees. If any of the above should occur, please call the office. You may sleep in any position, which makes you comfortable as long as your collar is securely in place.
Many patients find comfort sleeping in a recliner chair.
It is not abnormal to have difficulty sleeping for the first several weeks following your surgery. It is normal to have a sore throat and some difficulty swallowing solid foods. This may persist for several weeks. Eating soft foods like yogurt, macaroni and mashed potatoes seem to help. If you feel you do not need your pain medication, you may use regular or extra-strength Tylenol.