Finished pre-op today and this is starting to feel scarily real! Advice?

[BriDawn 79]

I've been preparing for this surgery for two years now so I'm definitely ready. After 5 long hours of pre-op tests at the hospital today, I'm quite terrified.

I'm not a fan of hospitals to begin with so this didn't help much. I know the two days in the hospital is such a small part but it still freaks me out.

How have you guys been dealing with the pre-op jitters? Scared, anxious, excited?

I'm excited for my new life after I've adjusted to the surgery but the road getting there seems terrifying. I won't go as far as to say I have cold feet because I know surgery is what I want, but it would help to hear that others are feeling similarly!

[Amanda626 153]

I started greasing out a day or two before. I just kept telling myself this is for me.... To live, to be healthy . U got this girl!!

[Newme48 104]

Best decision I ever made! I too was horrified the night before! Take deep breaths and just think about how your new tool is going to help you! It's your best friend! I'm thinking of naming mine!! lol

[Butterfly66 63]

This was the first surgery I had in 22 years and the first surgery was not an option. As I prepared for surgery the day of, putting on the gown, getting the IV, etc., I was kind of freaked out. Thankfully my 17 year old son was with me. He really put my mind at ease. He wants to be a doctor so found all of it fascinating. Yes, I was nervous, but the surgery and recovery went really well. You'll do great. It is such a surreal feeling after jumping through all the insurance hoops for months to have it finally be over and get on with the rest of my life. Congratulations and looking forward to talking to you afterward. Best advice post surgery, walk as soon as you can get out of bed! It will speed up your recovery and help get rid of the gas pains.