Tuesday Is My Surgery Date

[plyman 13]

I am so excited, I was scheduled for 1/17 but my surgeon had to change the date and he moved it up to 1/10/12. Wow it is time now.

I am doing and feeling great so I am ready ( I think) I am so happy it is almost here.

I have one question. My sister is taking me for my surgery. Can someone tell me how long the surgery takes? It is something I forgot to ask my surgeon.

Patti

[Liliana Arleen 173]

Congrats on having a date and GOOD LUCK!!!! I think my surgery took about 1 hour and half. I guess it depends on the surgeon etc.

[DisappearingDivis 36]

Congratulations!! My surgery was about 2hrs but then they put you in recovery for a while before they transfer you to your room. I would say 3hrs to be on the safe side. Oh and the best advise I got was WALK, WALK, WALK as soon as possible! Good luck!!

[Oopsseedaisy 90]

Sending good wishes and healing vibes out for you tomorrow. Your beginning mantra must be Rest, Sip, Walk, repeat ...

[janerose 109]

Tomorrow for me also - as of right now it is 8:00a - expecting a call from the hopsital this afternoon to confirm check in time.

Yes, I am nervous - but know I am doing the right thing for my health.

Good luck and as they say see you on the losers side of the bench!

[lisahg 9]

That is an exciting surprise to have your surgery moved up a week. As I anxiously counted down the days to my surgery, I hoped I would get that kind of phone call. Good Luck!! Check in when you can to tell us how everything went.

[plyman 13]

Thank you all for the great hints and well wishes. I love how supportive you all are. I am so excited.

Janerose - I will be praying for you as well. See you on the other side of the surgery verrrry soon.

Lisa, Cheri, Divas and Liliana - I think I got it in my head - REST, SIP, WALK, REST. SIP. WALK, REST,SIP, WALK. I will let you know how it all went soon.

Patti

[Catracks 865]

Mine is on the 11th. Oh boy. I'm getting just a tad freaked out because I HATE to be all helpless and invalided -- even if it is only a few days. Having an IV is okay, but a catheter? Bleech!