I had successful nasal surgery over a month ago and recovery has been relatively easy. Not everybody can say the same thing though. Here are five things to not say to someone recovering from surgery:
It could be worse
GiphyNobody wants or needs to hear this. Of course, it could be worse but that doesn't mean it needs to be said. Everybody's life is different and some people take longer than others to heal. Don't give your opinion when it comes to this.
It can't be that bad
GiphySimilar to #1, people do not need to hear this. You have no idea what somebody else might be feeling so, therefore, you can't have judgment towards the situation. The only way you know how someone feels is if they tell you.
Don't get your hopes up
GiphySome people may not notice a difference for a while after surgery and may feel down about it. Telling someone to not get their hopes up doesn't help. They are already feeling down and don't need someone to remind them of the pain.
It'll be better in the long run
GiphyYou absolutely do not know that for sure. Unless you are 100% positive, don't tell this is someone. Be supportive but don't tell them something you don't know to be absolutely true.
Suck it up
GiphyThis one shouldn't have to be mentioned and yet people still have this attitude. Never ever tell someone to suck it up. Especially when it comes to pain.
Regardless of how you think someone should be after surgery, everybody is different so don't say anything unless it's positive and supportive.