Jittery Jitters

[Tanya_cotto 5]

I'm just wondering How everyone dealt with pre op jitters?

I've been so anxious the last two nights that i'm cleaning like a maniac at night, not sleeping well if at all, and whats worse is that I'm making my Blood Pressure rise.

I've also been panicking but I can't figure out if its about The operation itself, anesthesia, or something else.

My surgery is set for SEPT 30th (Friday) at 6am!

Any help or advice will be great!

Thanks!

[PJ384 3]

I think everyone does to some extent or another your being normal in your cleaning a lot of people go through this before they have a major event in thier lives vacations or surgeries its not unlike the nesting most women do just before giving birth its natures way of making sure all is clean and tidy so we have time to recover and relax afterwards without worrying if the house looks good for company.

A couple things you can do to help you relax 1) a nice walk in your neighborhood or a nearby park maybe 2) get out and do something go to a movie take a scenic drive get together with friends for a lunch 3) do something for others it will keep your mind off yourself and give you something better to think about volunteer for a project at your church or maybe your local school they always need teacher helpers for one thing or another 4) take up yoga or meditation both have been found to be effective in lowering BPs lots of towns have a class or two going on someplace if not start one and you can all learn together 5) When you feel a Panic coming on ake a moment sit down close your eyes and listen to your breathing and slowly make a mental effort to slow it down empty your mind of all thought and just concentrate on your breathing work towards slow deep breaths and skowly work on relaxing your muscles start with your feet and work your way up to your head. Hope this helps at least a little ~

[Corrigan 75]

Almost everyone who's undergone Weight loss surgery felt exactly the way you do. Take a deep breath, think about the clean house you'll have

when you get home and relax, you'll be fine. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

[Mocha-Berry 0]

I had the panics two days before my surgery. I had my surgery on Sept.22. You just need to relax, get you some fresh air, and take some deep breathes. It will be okay. Good Luck !!!

[JinTx 19]

I had surgery 9/22 and was freaking out the weekend before. I did like you, kept myself busy cleaning, by monday my panic went away and I knew I was making the right decision. Just remember all the reasons you are doing this. For me I spent a few minutes watching my 6 year old sleep and smiled because one day I am gonna see that baby grow up and make me grandbabies. And Im gonna be around for that.

J

[Tanya_cotto 5]

Thanks for all the help!

My mom and sister are keeping me busy by shopping

I'm learning to make clear broths Thai and Mexican style

Cleaned my and my dad's computers

and now i'm watching bizarre foods on netflix and drinking valerian tea!

I'm still crazy anxious, but i know i'd regret not going through with it more than any panic attacks i may have.