Pre-Surgery nerves! :( (Oct. 2nd, have to be there at 6:30 am)

[Allieg8tor 85]

I'm getting kind of nervous. Anybody have any words of advice for shaking the nerves? What happened during prep for you guys? Tomorrow morning kind of seems like an approaching rain cloud for now, and I'm really nervous. Other than that, I'm excited about everything after tomorrow.

[feelinggood 152]

it's natural to be nervous before surgery. they will take you back to put a gown on, hook up all the equipment to take and monitor your vitals, put in a iv line, anesthesiologist will come in to ask a few questions, you may or may not see the doctor before hand. then will give you some awesome medicine through your iv to relax you. next thing you know you will wake up in recovery piece of cake. good luck!

[SillyAuntDi 1,610]

I almost called and cancelled the night before my surgery. I looked for escape routes as I was walked back to the prep area. As each person came to visit me, they put me at so much ease. Then it was over and I was back home in a flash. Take a few breaks today to take very deep breaths to calm your nerves. Try to get to sleep at your normal time tonight. Read a book or listen to calming music. Tomorrow, remember to ask questions if you have them. They are ready for anything. I asked a couple that made us all laugh. You'll do great!

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi Allie, you are going to do beautifully! I hear you on the 6:30 AM part but in a way it's great because you'll be the very first surgery of the day. Just think, by this time tomorrow you'll be doing your little walks and taking sips of Water. What are you up to tonight? Can you distract yourself somehow -- go out with friends or watch favorite movies, etc.? I will be thinking of you and can't wait to hear how you are doing! Best wishes from your band buddy in New Hampshire!

[Allieg8tor 85]

I have a collection of my favorite kid shows, movies, and musicals to go through while I'm not feeling well. if I can just reach that anesthetic part, I'll be fine. That's how it was when I had my tonsils out when I was 18.

[5.0junkie 770]

You wanna know what the worst part about the surgery is??? The part that's in your head! If you can handle an iv then the rest is simple cause they will have you on some really good stuff once the iv goes in. Just relax and think about the new you that's waiting right around the corner. Good luck!