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Reddit mentions of Comvita Propolis Throat Spray, UMF 10+ Manuka Honey, Natural Throat & Immune Support, 0.7 fl oz (20mL) I Premium Bee Propolis with UMF 10+ Manuka Honey from New Zealand
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We found 1 Reddit mentions of Comvita Propolis Throat Spray, UMF 10+ Manuka Honey, Natural Throat & Immune Support, 0.7 fl oz (20mL) I Premium Bee Propolis with UMF 10+ Manuka Honey from New Zealand. Here are the top ones.
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BENEFITS: Comvita Propolis Throat Spray combines nature's powerful defense systems: Propolis and Certified UMF Manuka Honey. Propolis is a bee's natural protective system. Comvita Propolis Throat (Oral) Spray is designed to maintain a healthy immune system.PURITY and SOURCE: Once collected, our raw Propolis and Manuka Honey are tested at our state-of-the-art extraction facility in New Zealand. Our close proximity to nature and strict quality standards ensures purity and potency.INGREDIENTS: Glycerin, Aqua (water), Mel (Certified UMF 10+ Manuka Honey), Propolis Extract, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) oil, Illicium verum (Aniseed) fruit/seed oil, Commiphora myrrha (Myrrh) oil, Menthol.ABOUT COMVITA: Since 1978 Comvita has developed relationships with landowners and beekeepers to locate the very best raw Propolis for our natural health supplements. Comvita Raw, Wild, and Unpasteurized Manuka Honey comes from the nectar of the Manuka flower in the pristine forests of New Zealand.USAGE: Adults and children over 5 years: Spray 2-6 pumps into the mouth or on the back of the throat as often as required.
Specs:
| Height | 4.33 Inches |
| Length | 1.3 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 0.7 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) |
| Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Width | 1.3 Inches |
I had my hemithyroidectomy done a week ago and had never been under general anesthesia before so was also concerned. Pre-op, they gave me a gown, robe, skid-proof socks to wear, put in my IV. I was able to put my curly hair up in a top knot with a silk scrunchie (no metal) so it didn't tangle (listen its the small stuff!). I was walked to the OR (it's not like on TV!), give a hair net to put on, greeted all the surgical staff and then laid myself down on the table (again - SO WEIRD!). The anesthesiologist gave me an IV "cocktail" which felt like I had one too many drinks and then I was out. I came to when I was wheeled into recovery and complained about being woken from a REALLY good sleep ;)
The surgery itself was not nearly as bad as I thought it to be (and you read a lot of the negative experiences here). My voice is fine, my parathyroids are fine and I feel so much better than I did before. As someone else stated, the sore throat is 100% the worst bit of all of it. I didn't have to stay overnight but I only had my right side removed but I wasn't sure if I would go home so things I recommend:
- Have some good numbing cough lozenges (I had Cepacol: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FWS60RG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) or throat spray (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004L4XC3I/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and keep chewing ice, it'll help.
- Do not be afraid to ask for the good drugs from the nurse - it'll help to sleep a lot of the time.
- Wear comfy clothes. I was able to dress myself and lift my arms up to put things on (but they were super easy stretchy & loose clothes) but my sister had to help tie my laces as bending down wasn't as easy.
- Get some PJs that button down: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0772S54GH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Comfy slippers/skid-proof socks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M24S9OF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Comfy pillow to prop yourself up for the first few days - its easier to sleep sitting up higher as there's less pressure on your neck. I could sleep lying flat and on my side after 4-5 days.
- An ice pack that can stay strapped around your neck. I wrapped mine in a pillowcase first then used a velcro hair band to keep it in place. I got this from Amazon (so it can be used cold or hot): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CHLS3B3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Silicone scar sheets for post-op (I can use them in about 4-5 weeks post-op): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P5G9PQD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- If you're a woman, I got these front close bras so I wouldn't have to lift my arms: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KKVLP2D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- A good thick lip balm. I like this one from Laniege but honestly anything you like will do: https://www.amazon.com/LANEIGE-Sleeping-Berry-Treatment-Qunce/dp/B00VR0Z0I4/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=laneige&qid=1571934520&sr=8-1
- I took my Vicodin, Stool Softener (yeeeep it can cause constipation) with 1 Aleve (it's not acetaminophen) for the 1st 5 days at night only to ease my sleep but I didn't need pain meds after that.
Outside of sleeping a lot (recovering from surgery will do that), I was back to eating well chewed solids on the 3rd day post-surgery but that will all be on personal preference. You won't be able to shower for at least 48 hours so make sure to do that morning of if you can.
Most of all - good luck! You will be OK and the relief from having it out will be well worth it. I haven't had my bloodwork done yet to determine whether or not I will need medication (I know you will since its a TT) but that'll be the tricky part from what I've read. Feel free to PM me if you have more questions!