Surgery Fear

[chb123 0]

The last time I had surgery, 5/2011, my kidneys failed and I developed a blood clot in my right arm. I am so scared I am not going to make it and can't talk to my wife or kids I don't want to get them upset. I need the surgery but am just worried. It's Thursday the 28th.

[NancyDec20 212]

Have you spoken to your doc about your fears? Im sure as you well know.. with all surgery procedures there is risk involved.. I was very lucky and was very healthy going into surgery.. was I nervous and scared that something might go wrong? yes I was.. right up until they took me to the OR. in fact before they came to get me I was crying... but I guess it was just I was scared... but after surgery I was ok.. .doing well up in the chair 15 min after I got to my room..and walking in the hall an hour later.. and I have not had any problem.. now he did repair a hiatal hernia I had.. but I didnt know I had.. so all is good.. im post op since dec 20th and Im down 56lbs.. and Im so totally happy about that... but I can understand your fears... you didnt say what your first surgery was for.. and was the clot and kidney thing related to that?.. best of luck to you..

[chb123 0]

I have had 7 surgeries in the last 5 years. Mostly abdominal hernia repairs. The kidney shutdown, they have no idea why it happened, blood clot was from a pic line in my arm. Other than my weight I am fine. I just have a feeling of impending doom. All my other surgeries I was ok with, even looked forward to them.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

I had that feeling as well and kept it to myself. It's a lot to carry around. I would try and meditate and let it go just because its so heavy.

My advice about the surgery is tell your anesthesiologist about your kidney problem last surgery. He/she will likely open your Fluid lines to full speed which will keep your kidneys functioning really well during the procedure and after. Talk with the anesthesiologist and I believe your fears will be relieved. The more they know the safer you are so your safer now than the last surgery that led to problems.

I will keep you in my prayers!

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

I forgot to add that drs will place a filter for you since you have had a prior clot issue. Every precaution is taken to make sure your surgery is a healthy success. Inform your surgeon of your last clot.

[ISleevedIt 380]

My surgeon gave me medication to prevent blood clots. Just remember as soon as you wake up, attempt to walk a little with help and just keep walking as often as you can. It will definitely help prevent blood clots. I wish you all the best and a clot-free surgery. Let us know how it goes.

[abridgie 73]

I was given Helprin before surgery and injected the 3 days I was in the hospital so I'm sure with your history they will take the precaution as well. Don't worry you'll do great!!