I am scheduled for surgery at 730 am tomorrow morning, and I am so scared right now. I am terrified of not waking up of what they will do to me between 530 and 730 while I am awake. I am having second thoughts now for the first time. Is this normal? Can someone please explain exactly what will be done before I'm put to sleep? Like how many shots, etc. Thank you

I think each place does things a little different. Before my surgery i was brought to the pre op room. Changed into a gown. Iv started. They put some teds on my legs and asked a million questions. I met with nurse,doctor,anesthesiologist. They gave me a shot in my belly to prevent blood clots. I said good bye to my family and brought to or room. They put oxygen on me then nighty night i went, woke up a few hours later. Nurses right by my side.in some pain but they were right there to help with that.

I think each place does things a little different. Before my surgery i was brought to the pre op room. Changed into a gown. Iv started. They put some teds on my legs and asked a million questions. I met with nurse,doctor,anesthesiologist. They gave me a shot in my belly to prevent blood clots. I said good bye to my family and brought to or room. They put oxygen on me then nighty night i went, woke up a few hours later. Nurses right by my side.in some pain but they were right there to help with that.

Thanks! I feel so much better now, I cAn totally deal with an IV and one shot. So no cathader while awake? I ask because I got my monthly "friend" today and I will be so embarresed.

My surgeon never put in a catheter. He doesnt like to put them in.more of a risk of infection

Tomorrow I am one week post op. Ironically, I started my period the day before surgery too! It's not so bad. I couldn't and didn't sleep the night before either. You will be alright! I am 6 days out and feel good. I drove for the first time today. My mom has been here taking care of me. I wish you all the best my friend! I am very hopeful of my future. See u on the other side....

I asked my doctor to do everything when I was sleep.... So they gave me some sleeping gas and I was out..... Woke up surgery down and iv was in... Catheter in and out without even knowing...... Good luck... U got this......

My surgery was about 2 weeks ago and to remind you why this is a good idea, I'm 32 lbs down. When they took me back to the prep area, they started my IV, asked a bunch of questions and I met with the nurses, the anestesiologist and the surgeon. I watched some "let's make a deal" because the patient before me was taking longer than expected. My surgeon asked me to empty my bladder right before they gave me the sleeping medicine. I did that, said goodbye to my husband and within 5 minutes of them putting the sleepy meds in I was out. It felt like a short afternoon nap and I woke up in recovery, for me the pain was about a 7 or so (I'm faint hearted with pain) and I kept dozing in and out for about a half hour. Then they wheeled me to my room to meet my husband there.

Just speak up about how you feel both emotionally and physically and they will do everything they can to make you comfortable; that's their job. Good luck to you tomorrow!

Checking in... how are you doing? Great advice from all these lovely ladies, wish I could give some advise but I am still pre-op. Hope you are doing well...

Each day gets easier! You got this! Keep being vocal about your needs. Welcome to the Loser's Bench!

Thanks all, don't know if I coulda done this without all this moral support. However, it's been a breeze surgery was 45 min no catheter or drain. Also not experiencing any gas pains Thank God!!! Just severly nauceous and my back is killing me..,and my large incision is sensitive but not unbearable.,.no regrets at all!

I had my surgery on Monday June 9, and I was so nervous as well the last two days before my surgery I kept my self busy, that morning I went to the hospital and everything went well, if you follow your doctor instructions everything will be fine!

wow, glad to hear all went well. congrats. hoping for a speedy recovery.

Yay so glad it went smoothly for you! Getting home will make a big difference for you. Keep us posted!

My surgery was June 3 and my experience was the same as described here. Once I changed into a gown, I was bundled up with a warm blanket and visited with my mom and sister before they were ready for me.

I also couldn't sleep the night before, so I decided not to fight it and just watched tv and read until I dozed off, which was probably around 3 am. Got plenty of sleep the next day, though!

Just got released and going home! Feel much better today the nausea has subsided still can't get more then a half announce down of liquid every ten minutes or so!!! And I'm not even hungry at all!!! I highly recommend the Kane Center if you are in Chicago area this is a great group of surgeons and they know exactly what they are doing!

I am scheduled for surgery at 730 am tomorrow morning, and I am so scared right now. I am terrified of not waking up of what they will do to me between 530 and 730 while I am awake. I am having second thoughts now for the first time. Is this normal? Can someone please explain exactly what will be done before I'm put to sleep? Like how many shots, etc. Thank you

I had surgery June 9 and I was also scared. I have many health issues too and was terrified of not waking up. It's normal, try not to worry. Everything will be fine it's over before you know it and each day gets easier. I got my period the day before surgery ( another common thing I hear) and when I checked in they weighed me, vitals etc... Shot of blood thinner meds in tummy which does not hurt at all... Get IV started.... Then the anesthesiologist comes in and asked questions and before you know it your off to surgery. When you wake up you may have oxygen, I did... Taken up to room and family can come in. They will put compression stockings around your legs that can be removed when you are ready to get out of bed. IV will remain in your arm for your hospital stay. It's really not bad I feel like the worst was the 2-3 day for pain but they give goodddd meds. You may have some nausea also drugs for that and It gets better each day. For me the hardest thing is gas! They fill you with gas and it is hard to get rid of unless you walk. I am 6 days out and feeling ok, a little weak.. Off all pain meds, some gas, no nausea... So doing much better. In the long run this week or 2 of discomfort will all pay off.

1 last thing .... Don't weigh yourself until week 2 or 3... I did and got dissapointed lol... All the fluid and gas they pump in you takes time to get rid of and also your body is adjusting.... I actually gained 5 I was so mad but I hear it's very normal so I have promised myself to wait till next week to weigh in. Keep sipping you will be fine. Good luck