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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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!

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.

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

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

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!