Cancer Support

and somewhat of a veteran in that regard. Overnight is nothing - a cakewalk - BUT, probably won't get much sleep with a new bed, noise and nurses checking you every so often.

Bring a book or something to occupy your mind - word puzzles, crossword puzzle book, etc. They will probably have WI-FI - BUT some hospitals discourage you bringing your laptop or gadget in because they don't want to go thru the problems that might pop up if it "disappears" (you know what I mean?).

As for Meds - take them in a bag and ask the nurse. I don't see a problem with Neosporin but in all my stays they ABSOLUTELY do not allow you to use ANY of your prescription meds. They will give you their own so as to have control as to what goes in you and out of you.

Take it easy, be calm - the worst is the first few hours with the IV and this and that. Then it settles down into boredom and "When in the hell am I going to get out of here?"

And, yes, they will put you in that silly expose your ass gown , but probably allow you to have your slippers.

The worst part is the endless waits, the TV channel skipping, and the food.

You'll make it - treat it as an adventure - a piss poor one, but an adventure.

The nurses are your best friends -