Getting very anxious about surgery tomorrow

I've been having a bit of anxiety over the surgery. I'm trying to relax, but I've had a migraine for 6 days, started another period with horrible clotting, and I have a bowel blockage, so I have physical problems to deal with as well.

I've been on a liquid diet for days now, taking laxatives, so hopefully things will give today. I'm down to the wire on this. I can't leave the hospital until everything is working, so if it's not working before I go in, I may never leave lol.

My mind is reeling about all of the complications from my other health issues that could affect my surgery. Worrying about thing I can do nothing about is so counterproductive, but I cannot stop.

I've been doing progressive muscle relaxation, but it doesn't last long. I've been doing breathing exercises, but I soon start holding my breath again.

I am very ready for this to be over with, but I am also not ready to do it, if you know what I mean.

If you don't mind me asking, what kind of surgery are you having?

Thank you AL and SC. I know I'm in good hands. Just wish my brain could wrap itself around that too. lol

Melissuh,

I'm having a complete hysterectomy, along with removal of some tumors that "appear to be benign". I have some other health issues that make any surgery more risky for me, so I'm just freaking way out.

The doc is going to try for robotic surgery, but you have to be upside down for this procedure. My breathing is an issue, so I may not be able to withstand it for 3+ hours. If I can't, they will have to stop, and do it the old fashioned way, which takes much longer to recover from

The other complication with the robotic surgery is that on the off chance any of the tumors are malignant, they can spread cancer throughout the entire area.

Of course there are so many fun thoughts running through my head about both situations coming to fruition. lol I'm a mess.

Almost wish they didn't have to explain everything that could happen.

My mom had one of those about 6 months ago, you'll do great! Please keep us updated and goodluck!!!!

Well, I will start praying first thing when I get up!:)

My mom also had a complete hysterectomy many years ago, with no complications!

It's going to be fine. :)

S.C.