Hi - I'm a newbie - today was my second doctor visit - tomorrow I go in for my blood work and next week the scope and stress test - then set a date for surgery.

I've been lurking for a while - and very encouraged by all of your stories. I'm still a little scared. Not really afraid of the surgery as much as afraid of failing if that makes sense...

Thanks - and good luck to all of you headed to surgery this week!

Welcome, Tibbie! I've only been here a few months but I've learned a ton of stuff here. Good luck with your consult and I hope you were an early date.