anyone feel GREAT three days out?

[nervousnellie 50]

Okay--

So I know this silly to be thinking about but I thought I would ask anyway...

I just got my tentative surgery date for May 8. That's fantastic--just 2 weeks from today. The surgery is my priority, however, I have tickets to a concert for my favorite band of all time (Toad the Wet Sprocket) for May 11. I already know it's likely impossible to think about going, but I guess I just wanted you guys to confirm it. The concert is at a small theatre venue with seats. They rarely ever come to my area (Nashville) and don't tour much. Is there any chance at all I will feel like going? Were most of you guys still on pain meds on day three?

Thanks for the input!

[JerseyGirl68 1,172]

I feel that I would have been fine going out 3 days after surgery. I was off meds the day I came home and back to work 5 days after surgery. You won't really know until you are living it, but if all goes well for you, bring a bottle of Water and enjoy!

[mysleevemylife 158]

It's a little hard to tell how you will feel. Make sure you have something for nausea & try to eat in enough time before you go to try to avoid the possibility of a sour stomach. This is all my opinion. Oh, also, if you have to do a lot of walking due to parking or anything else, I would take a Tylenol before leaving home. These are just a few precautions that popped into my head. I think you'll be fine, though. Stay seated as much as possible. Best of Luck! Have fun! Keep us updated.

[Andi 78]

I was feeling more like myself 3 days later, but my steps were still small & slow. I was off pain meds, but with the exception of a small walk here/there I wasn't all that active. You need to make sure that you're keeping yourself well hydrated or you're going to be feeling pretty meh & it's still kinda hard at that point to get much Fluid in. I think it might be a bit ambitious, but.. that's really up to you.

[ChristineR 128]

Be careful and make sure someone is with you. My biggest problem was tiring easily. Also, the pressure of the car made the gas from surgery go into my shoulder in a very painful way. Bring Water to sip on.

[nervousnellie 50]

Thanks so much for the replies! I honestly thought everyone would tell me I was crazy for considering it. I think I will just wait and see how I feel. The ticket wasn't that expensive so it's not a big deal if I don't get to use it! I really do appreciate the input!

[labellaskorpio 67]

I felt like sh*t three days out lol. When I see people say they felt fine its so weird. I was still in so much pain 3 days out. And my energy level was poo!!! I wanted to go to the Rihanna concert in Atl on the 21st of this month but I didn't buy a ticket even though I would have been (and am currently) over a month out for fear that my energy would still be low. And I'm glad I made that decision. I'm doing great, going places, all that but as soon as I sit down the tired comes crashing over me. My opinion: sell those tickets and try to get as much money back as you can OR see if you can move your surgery date back a couple of weeks if its that important to you.

[canadagurl 13]

I felt great - I day go and enjoy your self !

[boatdays 18]

Had my surgery Monday morning and by Friday afternoon I was driving, off my pain meds and at a basketball game on Saturday morning. Good luck to you!

[Ms.AntiBand 2,984]

EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT.. But it's a possibility you can go. I was myself when I woke up from surgery. And I vacationed in MX as if I hadn't just had major surgery... Except the eating part anyway.

[FreeToBMe 8]

My surgery was the 11th, Sunday, at 10 days, I needed to attend a celebration of life. Still in severe pain, I took my meds right before the event, brought my pillow to protect and clutch, was in such weakness and shaking at 90 minutes, I had to be taken home early. I am still on meds for the searing pains inside

[NikkiC 37]

I was sleeved on 4/23, I had my gallbladder out and my surgeon informed me that I had a hiatal hernia. I was discharged yesterday. I am still in a significant amount of pain. Personally, I would not be able to attend a concert 3 days out. I know everyone is different but I wanted to share my story. I wish you the best of luck - let us know how you make out! - Nic

[nervousnellie 50]

Thanks so much everyone--it's helpful to hear everyone's experiences. I will just wait and see how I feel, knowing that there will be a good chance I won't be up to it. That way I won't be disappointed!