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Anxiety over surgery procedure.

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MissKay    329

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I had SEVERAL panic and anxiety attacks the 2 weeks pre-op leading up to my surgery. I went to Mexico and so it didn't help that I lost my passport and had to make a day trip to Seattle to get it same-day, and then back to make it back to work the next day. Given that I was on my all liquids pre-op diet, it was hell. The entire 4 hour drive there I was second-guessing my choice. I was anxious specifically about the anesthesia because I never had even spent the night in a hospital, let alone been on anesthesia. My mom had a really bad reaction to it when I was 7 or 8 years old, so that only added to it. A few times I nearly broke down and just called it off (having already paid a deposit kept my head on straight). What helped me, and I'm not sure if the docs in the US will do it, but I was given something for anxiety about an hour or two before surgery. Then when I got on the table, they put an oxygen mask over my face (and told me it was just oxygen) and the next thing I knew I was waking up in the recovery post-op room. So yeah, I didn't even realize I was passing out.

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My surgery is scheduled for 3/6/17. I was suppose to get this surgery 3 years ago but backed out the day before because my nerves got to me. I am literally kicking myself in the butt now that I didn't do it back then.

Dont get me wrong I'm still very anxious and scared but I know I have to do this for myself!!

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Sugarnspice    150

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I had SEVERAL panic and anxiety attacks the 2 weeks pre-op leading up to my surgery. I went to Mexico and so it didn't help that I lost my passport and had to make a day trip to Seattle to get it same-day, and then back to make it back to work the next day. Given that I was on my all liquids pre-op diet, it was hell. The entire 4 hour drive there I was second-guessing my choice. I was anxious specifically about the anesthesia because I never had even spent the night in a hospital, let alone been on anesthesia. My mom had a really bad reaction to it when I was 7 or 8 years old, so that only added to it. A few times I nearly broke down and just called it off (having already paid a deposit kept my head on straight). What helped me, and I'm not sure if the docs in the US will do it, but I was given something for anxiety about an hour or two before surgery. Then when I got on the table, they put an oxygen mask over my face (and told me it was just oxygen) and the next thing I knew I was waking up in the recovery post-op room. So yeah, I didn't even realize I was passing out.



I hear some people say they ask for meds to calm down I will ask if I feel I need them that day


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Sugarnspice    150

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My surgery is scheduled for 3/6/17. I was suppose to get this surgery 3 years ago but backed out the day before because my nerves got to me. I am literally kicking myself in the butt now that I didn't do it back then.
Dont get me wrong I'm still very anxious and scared but I know I have to do this for myself!!




I know I'll regret it if I don't do it


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JillyT    9

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I'm so glad for this topic. I've been having an awful time with anxiety. Esp. As the days draw closer. In fact Sat night I was having bad PMS & feeling sick w/ worry. Ended up throwing up & staying in bed next day. the fear is terrible. Glad to hear others struggling with the same thing. I think I'm mostly scared about after the after surgery. How I'll feel, pain, getting used to only eating clears, sipping Water, then mushy... I think it's going to be so tough & scary.

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Sugarnspice    150

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I'm so glad for this topic. I've been having an awful time with anxiety. Esp. As the days draw closer. In fact Sat night I was having bad PMS & feeling sick w/ worry. Ended up throwing up & staying in bed next day. the fear is terrible. Glad to hear others struggling with the same thing. I think I'm mostly scared about after the after surgery. How I'll feel, pain, getting used to only eating clears, sipping Water, then mushy... I think it's going to be so tough & scary.
















Yes me too at least we are all going through the same thing


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daisygirl99    27

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I'm so anxious but excited. Surgery is tomorrow morning. I think I am the most nervous about loose skin on my face and neck. Weird! That's the one area I cant cover up and plastic surgery is something I can't tackle financially. I'm so glad others are feeling similar to me. Good luck to all!


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MelissaRose24    91

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I am a nervous reck.. I have just started going through the approval process and I already have alot of anxiety about this procedure. My doctor had a really good track record but im do scared. Keep thinking bad thoughts and idk how to make them stop.


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Sugarnspice    150

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I'm so anxious but excited. Surgery is tomorrow morning. I think I am the most nervous about loose skin on my face and neck. Weird! That's the one area I cant cover up and plastic surgery is something I can't tackle financially. I'm so glad others are feeling similar to me. Good luck to all!


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Good luck tomorrow !!


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Sugarnspice    150

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I am a nervous reck.. I have just started going through the approval process and I already have alot of anxiety about this procedure. My doctor had a really good track record but im do scared. Keep thinking bad thoughts and idk how to make them stop.


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My surgery next Thursday I think it's normal for some. I had gallbladder surgery in 2011 & felt the same was crying the night before.


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Queenie4U    17

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I was on the fence about this for about 9 months. I went to all the classes required by Kaiser and I did lose some weight. I kept saying I didn't need it. (I was scared) but in the end I decided that I needed this for ME. That I needed to put on my 'big girl' pants ( no pun intended) and do it! It's the best decision I have ever made. Try meditating before surgery, that's what helped me.


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Sugarnspice    150

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I was on the fence about this for about 9 months. I went to all the classes required by Kaiser and I did lose some weight. I kept saying I didn't need it. (I was scared) but in the end I decided that I needed this for ME. That I needed to put on my 'big girl' pants ( no pun intended) and do it! It's the best decision I have ever made. Try meditating before surgery, that's what helped me.


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Thank you ! I will I also know I have to put my big girl panties on


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