Surgery scheduled Fri. 14th, Need Info

Pinky68
Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
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Hi all, I can't sleep due to anxiety about surgery on Friday. I'm having my ovaries removed and it's supposed to be "drive-by-surgery". The surgery only lasts for 45 mins then 4 hrs in hospital before I can be released..then back to work in 6 days..

My onco referred me to an obgyn surgeon that "Is the best in town". Well, after waiting 3.5 hrs total, he spent about 3 mins w/ me. He didn't do any kind of exam, just went off what onco said..I preregister at the hospital tomorrow....What questions should I be asking? I haven't had much time to research this...

I'm super anxious!! I had 3 surgeries on my right breast and 9 lymphnodes with a different surgeon, he always spent about 15 mins with each appt.

This is supposed to be fairly easy and common, wish I wasn't so petrified.

thanks for your input...any advice what to expect would be wonderful!!
Thanks so much Pinks!!
Joyce
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  • CyndiJW
    CyndiJW Member Posts: 53
    #2
    Hi Joyce,
    I couldn't sleep
    Hi Joyce,
    I couldn't sleep either which is why I am up on the discussion forum at 4:30 a.m. my time!

    I haven't had my ovaries removed so I can't give you any advice, but I just wanted you to know that I will be watching the board to see good news later on how the surgery went. I'm sure you will be fine. Sounds like you have already been through way worse than this. Try not to worry too much, they know what they're doing even if we don't.

    Good luck, Joyce!

    *Hugs*
    Cyndi
  • disneyfan2008
    disneyfan2008 Member Posts: 6,583 Member
    #3
    wow no exam and LONG
    wow no exam and LONG wait...geshhhh

    I had totaly hysterctomy SO I am no help on yours...


    I hope all goes well..

    Denise
  • Pinky68
    Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
    #4
    disneyfan2008 said:

    wow no exam and LONG
    wow no exam and LONG wait...geshhhh

    I had totaly hysterctomy SO I am no help on yours...


    I hope all goes well..

    Denise

    Thanks Cindy & Denise
    I have my appt at the hospital this morning for the pre-registration and bloodwork, I'll let you know what they tell me...Cindy, luckily I finally fell asleep after my post, I hope you got some sleep last night!!!!

    Hugs,
    Joyce
  • hope4thebest
    hope4thebest Member Posts: 108
    #5
    get contact number for dr
    Hi, From what I know and have read here, it's important to have the contact numbers handy for after surgery; trust that you dr is going to do their best. The dr comes in to see you prior to surgery, that morning, so you can always ask any last minute questions at that time. You will have his undivided attention.
    I think the nurses do alot of the work, dr prepares for you behind the scenes, too. Trust, if you can. In my insomnia moments, I try to get things in order, so when I do finally wake up, it is tidy. Also, I will pick out a book that is an easy read, having nothing to do with medical issues.
    Keeping you in prayers,
    Annie
  • sdukowitz
    sdukowitz Member Posts: 250
    #6
    Thoughts and prayers are
    Thoughts and prayers are with you . . .I had total hysterectomy, laproscopic, and wasn't as bad as I thought during recovery . . . let us know how you're doing. . . prayers for a quick and healthy recovery . . . Sue D.
  • Pinky68
    Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
    #7
    sdukowitz said:

    Thoughts and prayers are
    Thoughts and prayers are with you . . .I had total hysterectomy, laproscopic, and wasn't as bad as I thought during recovery . . . let us know how you're doing. . . prayers for a quick and healthy recovery . . . Sue D.

    Annie & Sue
    Annie, such good advice for me.....My dad is always telling me to TRUST the dr's, I'm glad you feel that way too! I never even thought about the surgeon doing the work behind the scenes...I've often wondered if they even look at my past med history and/or medication allergies. But they probably do......I also try to do something when insomonia occurs, check email, read the book "Crazy Sexy Cancer", come on here(discussion boards) I find if I just lay there, I become extremely anxious!

    Sue, thanks for posting your encouraging words!! Did I tell you I used to live in Alaska too?
    Blessings,
    Joyce
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #8
    hope4thebest said:

    get contact number for dr
    Hi, From what I know and have read here, it's important to have the contact numbers handy for after surgery; trust that you dr is going to do their best. The dr comes in to see you prior to surgery, that morning, so you can always ask any last minute questions at that time. You will have his undivided attention.
    I think the nurses do alot of the work, dr prepares for you behind the scenes, too. Trust, if you can. In my insomnia moments, I try to get things in order, so when I do finally wake up, it is tidy. Also, I will pick out a book that is an easy read, having nothing to do with medical issues.
    Keeping you in prayers,
    Annie

    Positive thoughts, prayers
    Positive thoughts, prayers and hugs for you!
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    #9
    Pinky68 said:

    Thanks Cindy & Denise
    I have my appt at the hospital this morning for the pre-registration and bloodwork, I'll let you know what they tell me...Cindy, luckily I finally fell asleep after my post, I hope you got some sleep last night!!!!

    Hugs,
    Joyce

    Praying your surgery was
    Praying your surgery was successful and that you are resting comfortably. Post an update when you can.


    Hugs, Jan
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #10
    Pinky68 said:

    Annie & Sue
    Annie, such good advice for me.....My dad is always telling me to TRUST the dr's, I'm glad you feel that way too! I never even thought about the surgeon doing the work behind the scenes...I've often wondered if they even look at my past med history and/or medication allergies. But they probably do......I also try to do something when insomonia occurs, check email, read the book "Crazy Sexy Cancer", come on here(discussion boards) I find if I just lay there, I become extremely anxious!

    Sue, thanks for posting your encouraging words!! Did I tell you I used to live in Alaska too?
    Blessings,
    Joyce

    Joyce, my thoughts and
    Joyce, my thoughts and prayers are with you!


    Big hugs,

    Megan
  • Pinky68
    Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
    #11
    Megan M said:

    Joyce, my thoughts and
    Joyce, my thoughts and prayers are with you!


    Big hugs,

    Megan

    Home from surgery
    Just a quick update, I'm very sore right now..Got home last night at 10:00pm. Surgery went well, just very sore, will post again later

    Thanks everyone,
    Joyce
  • Noel
    Noel Member Posts: 3,095 Member
    #12
    Pinky68 said:

    Home from surgery
    Just a quick update, I'm very sore right now..Got home last night at 10:00pm. Surgery went well, just very sore, will post again later

    Thanks everyone,
    Joyce

    So glad your surgery went
    So glad your surgery went well and that you are home now. It is always better to be home, rather than the hospital. Post when you can to update us Joyce. Just rest now and recoup!


    Hugs, Noel
  • Kylez
    Kylez Member Posts: 3,761 Member
    #13
    Noel said:

    So glad your surgery went
    So glad your surgery went well and that you are home now. It is always better to be home, rather than the hospital. Post when you can to update us Joyce. Just rest now and recoup!


    Hugs, Noel

    Happy that is behind you
    Happy that is behind you now. Let others pamper you and take care of you!


    Keep us updated!


    Kylez
  • Attygirl
    Attygirl Member Posts: 121
    #14
    Pinky68 said:

    Home from surgery
    Just a quick update, I'm very sore right now..Got home last night at 10:00pm. Surgery went well, just very sore, will post again later

    Thanks everyone,
    Joyce

    So glad surgery went well
    Hope you are resting comfortably. Thoughts and prayers.
  • MAJW
    MAJW Member Posts: 2,510 Member
    #15
    Attygirl said:

    So glad surgery went well
    Hope you are resting comfortably. Thoughts and prayers.

    Happy...
    Happy that your surgery is over....if you have pain meds, take them...they not only control the pain but help with the soreness....and try to move around as much as it's comfortable.....

    Wishing you better days...
    Hugs, Nancy
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    #16
    Attygirl said:

    So glad surgery went well
    Hope you are resting comfortably. Thoughts and prayers.

    Lots of gentle hugs,
    Lots of gentle hugs, positive thoughts and prayers for a fast recovery for you!


    Debby
  • sdukowitz
    sdukowitz Member Posts: 250
    #17
    Pinky68 said:

    Home from surgery
    Just a quick update, I'm very sore right now..Got home last night at 10:00pm. Surgery went well, just very sore, will post again later

    Thanks everyone,
    Joyce

    Hoping your recovery is
    Hoping your recovery is going well . . . at least it is over . . .
    Sue D.
  • Pinky68
    Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
    #18
    sdukowitz said:

    Hoping your recovery is
    Hoping your recovery is going well . . . at least it is over . . .
    Sue D.

    Thanks so much everyone!
    I really appreciate the helpful tips and super nice comments!
    You are all so thoughtful!

    Hugs,
    Joyce
  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    #19
    Pinky68 said:

    Thanks so much everyone!
    I really appreciate the helpful tips and super nice comments!
    You are all so thoughtful!

    Hugs,
    Joyce

    How are you doing now Joyce?
    How are you doing now Joyce? And, who is in your picture? I love it!


    Hugs, Jan
  • RE
    RE Member Posts: 4,591 Member
    #20
    Geesh
    3 minutes hardly seems like a long enough time to spend with you, sorry he did not spend much time with you! I am not sure what to tell you as I had a total hysterectomy. I will be lifting you in prayer, let us know how you do.

    RE
  • Pinky68
    Pinky68 Member Posts: 206 Member
    #21
    RE said:

    Geesh
    3 minutes hardly seems like a long enough time to spend with you, sorry he did not spend much time with you! I am not sure what to tell you as I had a total hysterectomy. I will be lifting you in prayer, let us know how you do.

    RE

    Hi Jan & RE
    That is my grandson who just turned one last week! They were home visiting from Texas and I held him almost the entire time!!
    Hi RE, yeah he hardly spent anytime with me. Asked if allergic to meds,how many children, then had me sign the consent form, that was it.........He poked his head in the preop room at the hospital to say running 2 hrs. late...He didn't even go out and talk to my husband after surgery, the nurse did. There's not even a followup appt scheduled, but I'm going in to see him tomorrow regardless because I'm still quite swollen and my stomach has a rash......surgeons, can't live w or wo them lol

    Joyce

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