Something I didn't even worry about...

[MollyRN 28]

Went to pre-op testing today at NYU - met with the nurse, did the EKG, blood work and chest x-ray. Went in to see anesthesiologist and she said everything looked good. Then she asked me if I always talked like this - and I said no, that I had a sinus infection 3 weeks ago and I was just getting over the cough. She told me she thought it would be better to postpone surgery - ARE YOU KIDDING?????

I have been liquid for 8 days now....I am having this surgery on Monday. I am home now - headed for a nap - try to get better as quickly as possible. Doc wants me to call her on Friday to let her know if I am better and ready to go.

STAY HEALTHY PEOPLE!!!!

[kute_n_pretti 1]

Oh man! Sorry 2 hear that! i would be taking all kinds of OTC meds! That pre-op testing alone is tragic! 2 even get a surgery date is hell and 2 reschedule it...oh no no no! LOL! Good luck 2 u! Keep us posted! Feel better soon...really soon!

[ladybug on a mission 0]

Will your surgeon or Primary Care prescribe an antibiotic to knock it out once and for all????

[OnTheWay to Thin 0]

They worry about things like pneumonia if you have been ill, especially with a respiratory illness. So better safe than sorry, if they recommend a reschedule it is for your health and safety.

[MRSKOUBiK 27]

I hope you're feeling better soon!

[MollyRN 28]

The doctor said they worry about people having asthma attacks under anethesia.. even if you don't have asthma.

I am heading to my general doctor today - I think I am starting to imagine things and making myself neurotic. I will ask him to assess my health - rather than leaving it up to me. Let's be honest - in pre-op yesterday, they didn't listen to my lungs at all so they were making their assessment based on how I sounded talking.... but I have been told by my ENT that my reflux causes a change in your voice too.

The idea that I would have to push this surgery back and stay liquid makes me want to give up.

[ladybug on a mission 0]

I agree that is the best plan of attack! That way you know for sure what is going on. I would hate for you to have to cancel if there isn't anything going on. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please update when you can.

[PuppyBandit 2]

Ask for a antibiotic shot instead of pills, they work faster

[MollyRN 28]

Just back from my primary doctor who says I look fine and that he hears nothing in my lungs. WHEW.... perhaps the doctor at NYU should have listened to my lungs or done some sort of physical exam before telling me to reschedule?

Now, if I can calm down and get through the remaining 5 liquid days.....