Im new here, this is a wonderful site. My days are numbered. Surgery on June 19. I'm getting ready to start my two week liver shrink diet. I am excited but in the same breath nervous. I am very afraid of pain (yes I'm a wimp). It's becoming sareal. I will be hospitalized for two days after surgery.ive been reading post on here it seems like it gets better as days go on. Im just a bit nervous nervous. .but you have all been through it or are right here with me in the same boat. I'm happy to know that I can talk to people who understand.