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So my surgery is in 9 hours and I'm sitting in my room crying like a little baby. I have severe panic disorder and when I had lapband surgery 6 years ago (first ever surgery) I felt like I was suffocating when they put the oxygen mask on. I tried to jump off the surgery table then in 10 seconds I was out but I swear I have post traumatic stress cuz now all I can think of is going in there tomorrow and that suffocating feeling. I feel like I fought so hard to get this surgery now I'm being a big cry baby

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Damn girl you need a Valium.

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Its not so bad and over before you know it. A very relaxing experience overall. Think happy and calming thoughts. :) you are doing something very positive for your life going forward.

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So my surgery is in 9 hours and I'm sitting in my room crying like a little baby. I have severe panic disorder and when I had lapband surgery 6 years ago (first ever surgery) I felt like I was suffocating when they put the oxygen mask on. I tried to jump off the surgery table then in 10 seconds I was out but I swear I have post traumatic stress cuz now all I can think of is going in there tomorrow and that suffocating feeling. I feel like I fought so hard to get this surgery now I'm being a big cry baby

Splat darling it's going to be ok! Most people get very nervous when the big day comes even those without panic disorders. I am lifting u up in prayer. This is something u have wanted and fought hard for. So happy for u make sure u keep us posted. Sending skinny vibes ur way. Btw Sandee is on these boards idk if u know her but her surgery is also today.

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So my surgery is in 9 hours and I'm sitting in my room crying like a little baget I have severe panic disorder and when I had lapband surgery 6 years ago (first ever surgery) I felt like I was suffocating when they put the oxygen mask on. I tried to jump off the surgery table then in 10 seconds I was out but I swear I have post traumatic stress cuz now all I can think of is going in there tomorrow and that suffocating feeling. I feel like I fought so hard to get this surgery now I'm being a big cry baby

A "crybaby" is definitely not the word you should be using. Surgery is a scary thing, but you went through it once. & are strong enough to get another surgery done. You should give yourself an attagirl. I have panic attacks too. So just listen some relaxing music, breath slowly, and think of the brighter things that could happen when they put that mask on. Good luck! ^^

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Hey.. We are all with you and it will be all done today. Just follow all orders and get up walking ASAP to get rid of GAS Discomfort. Reminder your getting the TOOL to fix the issue the rest is all up to you ...

Best of luck today

Christian

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You should have a chance to meet and talk with the anesthesiologist before your surgery. Explain that having an oxygen mask makes you feel panicky and that it makes you want to flee or struggle. The doctor should be able to help with that, either by making sure you are completely relaxed with Versed (anti-anxiety drug) or by just knocking you out and putting the oxygen on after. That's what they did with me. Just explain your situation and ask for help and they will help you. Best wishes! :)

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I dont think you are a cry baby by any stretch of the imagination, explain to the anesthesiologist and they should be able to simply leave the mask off until you are asleep, they did that with me once before as I started to panic at having the mask on my face.

Good luck with your surgery and let us know how you get on, my surgery date is next monday.

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I'm sure you will be fine:) This is my first surgery ever too and I am terrified. The good thing is that you have already undergone surgery before so that worry is out of the way. Just think about how exciting it's going to be when you wake up and are able to start your new life! Best of luck to you!

So my surgery is in 9 hours and I'm sitting in my room crying like a little baby. I have severe panic disorder and when I had lapband surgery 6 years ago (first ever surgery) I felt like I was suffocating when they put the oxygen mask on. I tried to jump off the surgery table then in 10 seconds I was out but I swear I have post traumatic stress cuz now all I can think of is going in there tomorrow and that suffocating feeling. I feel like I fought so hard to get this surgery now I'm being a big cry baby

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It's your day!!! :) It'll be over before you know it.

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Go get that new you girl! See you on the losers bench ;-)

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Thank you for the prayers everyone!!! The anesthesiologist was Amazing!!! No mask and I didn't even realize when I fell asleep till they woke me up. Nausea was bad for a while but they gave me zofran and reglan combo and I just took a lap around the nurses station. Looking forward to feeling better tomorrow

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Hey -you made it :). See I told you it wouldn't be that bad. Now the fun recovery part. Be sure to get walking as soon as possible. See how many laps you can get around the floor.

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TMI but every hour I pee so every hour I take a lap

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