LAVH: 12 hours left. Shaking!

It's so great to read that we aren't alone. I'll have my TAH in 7 days. I'll be thinking of you all tonight and you'll be in my prayers!

If I can offer some words of encouragement... I had LAVH on July 7. I felt so good on my first day home I went off the pain meds entirely (stuck to Motrin). I had little to no pain (just pressure) just 2 days post op. (Although, I may have a high pain tolerance after dealing with fibroids and endo for 8 years!) I was walking (lightly) in a couple of days. I even went back to work for a meeting 5 days post-op. Totally back to work in 2 weeks. I might have come back sooner but I never get to take time off - so I enjoyed it! Having said that - dont over do it! I walked waayyy too far this week and am back to huge swelly belly and pressure. Good luck. I know it is scary - but the LAVH is really the way to go!

Waiting in preop. There's a problem in the case before me and it will be at least 3 before they start, and they called me to come in early. I've been really calm but now the tears are starting.

digi, don't be afraid to ask them to give you something to calm down if you think you need it. Praying for an uncomplicated surgery and recovery for you and tamzett!! (((HUGS)))

oh no!! I'm so sorry there was a delay!! I agree btfld, please ask a nurse to give you something to help ease your emotions. xoxo

Good luck! I will be in your shoes a week from today. Let us know how you are doing!

The delay was frustrating, but worth it. I had to a little extra done myself- but it stayed a lapro!!!!! I have been up going to the restroom since 2 am and amazed at how much better I feel than after my other surgeries. I can sit up by myself and I should go home in a few hours. I am very happy.
I hope everyone else is doing well.

glad your doing well Digi