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Hi @CricketHip. Our big day is almost here! How are you feeling? I'm anxious one minute, excited the next and then I just want to cry!!! I'm all over the place:bawl: It's hard to believe this part is almost over. I hope you are doing well:flwrysmile:
 
@GGAZ The last weekend of pre-op pain coming up, I remember how that felt. Here's hoping it passes quickly and stress free.

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Just keep busy and keep coming here to post. It does help ease the anxiety!
 
Hello @GGAZ and sorry for the delay in reply. Are you scheduled for the 21st, as in 4 days from now!?
I ended up overshooting the 2nd opinion thing, after learning my lesson with the labral repair, and met with 4 surgeons before finding the guy I felt good about. I almost booked with the "nation's best" but I just didn't feel it with him. I hate to say that because I like to think of myself as doing the best thing, all the time (perfectionism, ha!)...my 4th surgeon (who again, I almost cancelled on!) ended up being the one for a littany of reasons, and the reasons were much to my surprise...it was just a 'fit.' And I am going anterior for the same reasons you state; I always overdo it, I know this about myself. So I sort of need a 'no restrictions' policy. I know what you mean. Keep searching, keep researching and it's true, you will arrive at a smart conclusion at the end. Good luck!
 
Hi @GGAZ !! Thank you for checking! I am officially on leave from my work. I celebrated by having a breakfast meet up with a good friend.. we sat and talked and laughed from 9 am until almost 12-noon... The waiter was ready to bring the lunch menu to us..
We both will be fine. We did our research and found good surgeons. It all feels a bit surreal at the moment, seems like I've been waiting forEVER.
Do you know any details about your surgery time yet? I have no clue.
PM if you need me.. We are good to go! We've got this! :console2:
 
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Hi @sandiegomom yes my surgery is 4 days from now! When are you scheduled for yours? Earlier this week I meet with another surgeon for a second opinion. He also is a touted as one of the "best". He was a jerk. I wouldn't let him touch me with a ten foot pole Hahahaha. My surgeon does not do anterior (hence talking with a dr that does), but he is a wonderful surgeon with a five star rating and a spotless reputation. He is also a kind compassionate man and my mind is so at peace...finally!! So I am going posterior and I'm good with it. Almost on the other side. Yay:happydance:. Keep the faith!
 
Hi @CricketHip It does seem surreal! I had a pre-op appt with my surgeon today and we went over every little detail. My surgery is scheduled for 1pm. I must be there at 11:30am. I will spend 2 nights (3 if I choose). I was given an antibacterial soap to shower with the night before and the day of surgery. Sleep on fresh sheets and PJ's. I have compression cuffs for my legs that I will wear when resting to ward off blood clots (in lieu of wearing teds). I will take 325mg of aspirin twice a day for 32 days. Yikes!!! Can't think of anything else!! I would do it tonight if I could. Good luck. Let me know how you are doing.
 
Thanks to everyone for your prayers and good wishes. This site has been a Godsend to me. I appreciate being able to learn and share with all sitting in this same boat!!! Blessings :angel:
 
@GGAZ Hey, You're going to Ace this! My bilateral mini-posterior surgery was fabulous. Only a 4 inch scar that is almost invisible. Just remember that you want to rest and heal and your body will adapt and before you know it you will be like me- Pain Free! Good luck now!
 
Good morning @GGAZ
So you get to have the compression cuffs at home with you?? Nice!
Its a beautiful sunny day here. I am enjoying the days off from work and hope to get a few more things organized before the big day..
 
Hi @GGAZ, I can really hear a different tone through your 'voice' -- much happier, it seems! Congratulations on taking the bull by the horns and moving forward with everything. I admire that. Might as well just move along. I did have tummy troubles taking mini aspirin over time (I have tummy troubles with every med it seems); maybe look into what to do if you start getting an ache at some point into your 32 days. You will do great; please keep us posted on your recovery!!!! All the best to you.
 
@GGAZ just stopping by to send you all my good wishes for tomorrow and for a great,uneventful recovery.
 
@GGAZ Good luck and see you on the other side.


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