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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
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07-19-2004, 07:22 PM
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Posts: 13
Hysterectomy: July 28th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
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Hello girls,
My obsessive personality I am working so hard to be sure everything is in place before my surgery, but today again I found myself crying at the drop of a hat, I can't sleep and wake up in a panic.
I am a very positive person, at least I thought so, until this happened. Are there any CD's anyone can recommend to relax, I am using prayer all the time but I am used to praying in thanksgiving, I hate to ask.
I am a school principal and this is just on the border line of being back on time. Thank God I can do some work at home-my mind always wanders to the worst.
Thanks for listening, my DH has had a tough time with this as have my DSons.
Good luck to anyone ready to go this week. Mine is July 28.
Blessings,
Angie:
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07-19-2004, 08:14 PM
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Posts: 1,221
Hysterectomy: June 14th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Hi Angie
It's perfectly normal to be very emotional right now. I sure was at one week pre-op. The things I did to allay my fears were:
meditation (just focusing on NOTHING)
deep breathing exercises
listening to relaxation CD's (the ones I have are called Solitudes, and I also have one that is wolfsong and classical music, and one that's whale song and soft relaxing music) These helped me sleep.
I wrote in a journal - I am sooooo glad I did
I had a massage and my hair done
a manicure would have been nice
I had several lunch dates, and went out for coffee alot
I spent every spare moment here at Hystersisters!
Believe me....I'm an obsessive person too, so I understand what you're going through. Mostly you have to trust in yourself that you and your surgeon have made the right decision for you.
much love and many s
Northlights
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07-19-2004, 08:36 PM
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Posts: 5
Hysterectomy: August 4th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Angie,
I can relate to how you are feeling. I am 2 weeks away and feel like I think about the upcoming surgery constantly. I find being organized helpful, but I am starting to panic as well.
We just have to put this in God's hands. He will make everything work out. Worrying doesn't do any good.
I'll pray for you.
LJO
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07-19-2004, 08:37 PM
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Posts: 77
Hysterectomy: April 21st, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH/SAH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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I was nervous too...
Angie - I too am a type A person and was a wreck b4 my surgery. I was so unable too sleep I got Zanax for the first time - it really helped me to finally sleep. I was also completely obsessed with this wonderful site.
The good news is almost 3 months out, I am too busy to even log on anymore. I am so free of the continual pain and bleeding, and I am back to my pre-problems whirldwind of energy. I just do everything and go everywhere - so different than b4! I must admit I still can't golf and play tennis - the twisting is hard. But otherwise, I feel better than I have in at leat 8 years.
I won't deny the surgery was hard and the recovery was long, but everyday it went better for me. In fact, within a week, I was feeling better than I did b4 the surgery.
Good luck to you. Log on to this site as often as you can - even all day. It was a godsend to me. (It was the only place there at 2 am when I couldn't sleep!)
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07-19-2004, 09:24 PM
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Posts: 201
Hysterectomy: July 27th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH/SAH
Ovaries: Undecided
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Angie,
I'm very hyper too. My husband thinks I have lost my mind, and I'm not sure that he's wrong.
I think it is a common thread running through the whole website, from what I have read. I'm trying to keep busy getting ready - went shopping tonight. Somewhere I saw - take books which are light reading. So I bought a Chicken Soup book and a Cup of Comfort book. Hope these help.
I'm keeping you, and all of this week and next week's sisters, in my prayers and thoughts.
God's blessings.
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07-19-2004, 09:30 PM
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Posts: 143
Hysterectomy: July 28th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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We share the same surgery date!
We share the same surgery date! I have my surgery July 28th at 7:30 Am. I went to my Pre -op today and broke down and cryed to my ob/gyn....she told me my feelings were normal and although we have Ovca concerns she says shes feeling positive. I must have sounded silly when I sobbed it was not the ovarian cancer concerns but the surgery itself that had me stressed out...I was sobbing. I told her I was having trouble sleeping and she gave me a prescription for valuim for my anxsiity and to help me relax. These are normal feelings we are having and we just need to keep busy this next week. I'am going to a mariners game with my family Wen and working till the day before surgery.
I'll be thinking of you on our surgery date! Some Cds I plan to bring to the castle are Paul Mc Cartney's Driving Rain and Rusty Anderson's undressing underwater.
Bobbi
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07-19-2004, 09:33 PM
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Posts: 11
Hysterectomy: June 15th, 2004
Surgery Type: TVH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Hi - I am a continuation high school principal and had my TVH the day after school ended. I was a nervous wreck even though I was so terribly busy. Really - the anxiety and my imagination was worse than anything that happened after the surgery. Although there is some pain and discomfort, it is manageable! Actually, the most uncomfortable position for me is sitting at the computer and working! My advise is to take it really easy and slow. Think positively and know that you'll be fine. Most everyone is glad they had this surgery after all the healing is done. I hope to add my name to that list after I am cleared on my 6 week check-up.
Good luck! Lyni
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07-19-2004, 09:39 PM
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Posts: 104
Hysterectomy: July 21st, 2004
Surgery Type: LSH
Ovaries: Kept 1 or both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Hi all,
I was having trouble sleeping too, having "surgery dreams" - some goofy and ridiculous, some downright scary. My Dr. said go ahead and take Tylenol PM OF COURSE, CHECK WITH YOUR DOC BEFORE POPPING ANYTHING NEW. It did help me sleep better. I felt exactly the same way, and now my surgery is in 34 hours and i just feel like, bring it on! I'm tired of waiting, whatever gets cleaned/dusted/vacuumed tomorrow good, and whatever doesn't, oh well. I actually feel more of a burst of energy and positive, mentally. I feel like I'm running the final lap of a big race. Soon it will be over and I will be feeling better every week.
Hang in there! (((Hugs!)))
~karen
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07-19-2004, 09:46 PM
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Posts: 94
Hysterectomy: July 28th, 2004
Surgery Type: TAH
Ovaries: Removed both
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Why am I so scared and crying-surgery is one week away
Hi Angie!
I'm thankful that you started this topic. I'm a school counselor and I'm having my TAH-BSO on the same day as you! I've been up at school almost everyday this summer trying to get things ready to start in August -- without me! My doctor said we'd talk about me going back AFTER 8 weeks.
I really didn't realize that I had control issues until I realized that I suddenly have no control!
I've tried to fill my days with organization, cleaning, micromanaging the world and general universe around me, planning for any and all obstacles, and reading trashy novels.....
But I find that my attention span is shorter than a kindergartener who has found an ant bed at recess.
I'm going to ask the doctor tomorrow if there is anything I can take to help me sleep for the next few days - I'm zipping by on 3 hours sleep per night - yet not accomplishing anything.
And I'm weary of trying to be positive for everyone around me when all I really want to do is tantrum in the floor and cry in fear of the unknown...
Then I realize that it's a long way down to the floor and then I'd have to heave myself up again...
So I think I'll go clean something, and find my trashy novel.
Thank you for having the courage to start this thread. I hope we all find some comfort. Or some answers. Or just a sisterhood that we're all in this together!
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07-20-2004, 12:23 PM
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Posts: 40
Hysterectomy: July 28th, 2004
Ovaries: Undecided
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Same Day
Hi gang, I'm scheduled for my TAH-BSO on 7/28/04 as well.
I'm doing pretty well. Getting things in order, cleaning, getting the dog groomed, and training my husband on the computer so that he can pull the daily bank statements (what a job, ha ha).
I too have a manicure/pedicure and hair appt scheduled for this weekend and plan to shop for the castle and relax.
I've had two of my three grandchildren spend the night this week and one more to stay over this weekend.
I'm not having any trouble sleeping (but then I never do). Just went through dental surgery last week and feel relieved that it's over with. One done, one to go!
Try to relax and think positive thoughts and do something wonderful for yourself this weekend.
I'll be thinking about all of you.
Trudy
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