Just a quick update here. (I don't think this will be too long)
I got back from my pre-op physical today and everything is still ago for the D&C tomorrow. I have to be to the hospital at 10:15 and they will take me to the OR around 12:00. The Dr. said that the whole procedure only takes about 20 minutes give or take a few and that I should be back in the recovery room around 1:00 and that if I'm feeling well enough I should be back home by 3:00. I'm hoping for around 2:00-2:30 instead. Wishful thinking you suppose?
The Dr. also explained the whole procedure to me. That did make me feel a little better, but I'm still very nervous about being put under. It's not the actual D&C that bothers me, it is not having any control and being knocked out. Yes, I'm a control type of person, and for somebody who needs to have control and feels like I haven't had any control over my life in the last month, the lack of control during the operation is what has me worried. That and I'm slightly worried of the "what ifs" you face during any operation. I know I shouldn't feel this way, but lets be realistic I haven't had the best of luck the last month. My Dr. assured me that there are very few risks with the D&C but I still worry. I'm also a worry wart. She said the only real concern is tearing the uterus, but she also said that rarely happens, and usually only happens in older women who have a thin uterus. She assured me mine was nice and thick and that she would be extra gentle with my uterus. Gee thanks.
So I'm going to try not to worry too much about this, try to go to bed early and hope like hell I sleep all night long and not wake up until my alarm goes off at 9:00. I'm also just a little worried about the no eating thing. Well not eating isn't the problem, I haven't had much of an appetite for the last month, but in order to prevent myself from puking in the morning I either suck on a mint or chew gum. I think I might try and steal a tic tac. What harm can that do?
So I will try and update tomorrow evening when I get home depending on how I'm feeling. If not I will update on Thursday.
Once again, I'm asking for extra good thoughts and prayers as I have this done tomorrow.
Thank you and you ALL have been great during this whole entire process I've been going through. I greatly appreciate it.
Talk more soon,
Jenny
21 comments:
Oh Jenny good luck. I wish there was something I could say or do to change what has been happening to you. Its so unfair. I will be thinking about you. As for the operation.. I havent had that done but I had my lap last week and I was scared too. I kept thinking about crazy stuff that could go wrong & I was worried about not eating. My mind was elseware that morning so I really didnt get hungry until right before. Try and get some rest & know it will be okay. We are all praying for you. Hugs.
Hey Jenny, (((HUGS))). I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. When I had my lap/D&C done in June, I was up and moving around that evening. I don't think a mint will hurt anything in the morning. I hope everything goes ok, and I'll be looking for the update.
Jenny...my arms are hugging you really tight...do you feel it?
I will be thinking of you all day tomrrow, just as I have thought about you each day that I tell my husband just how much I love him...
you have all my thoughts and prayers.
Hey Jenny,
Just try and think about all of us being there with you holding your hand. It will be alright. My best freind had one done a few years ago, and the emotional part was the worst for her afterward. I'll be praying really hard for you. Just remember what Shawn always told you...that you are STRONG. Lots of Love and Hugs.
thinking of you.
i went through one in march and it wasn't bad at all. probably more pain emotionally and i can't imagine it'd be any different for you.
i wish you a speedy recovery.
Hi Jenny. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I'll be thinking of you. You're in my prayers.
Hi Jenny,I am soo sorry your having to go through the D&C.I have had 2 and not one problem.I am sure all will go well.Shawn and your baby will be watching over you.My thoughts and prayers have been with you since Shawn passed and will always continue.Please keep us posted.
I'll be thinking of you tomorrow Jen. I've been put under for surgery 15 times. I am also very much an "in control" person, but I found being put under something that I actually enjoyed because I didn't have any choice but to give up the control.
Again, I'll be absolutely thinking of you.
Wishing you the best, and sending hugs your way. So sorry you have to go through this...
Make sure to have someone with you - it can be rough emotionally & you'll probably be a little groggy afterward. I was alone and couldn't drive home, so I ended up taking a taxi.
Thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Good luck today Jenny!! I am praying that everything goes well and smoothly for you!
((((HUGS))))
You are in my thoughts Jenny. I hope all is going well about now.
(((((((((HUGS))))))))
You are in my prayers...
I just came over here to check on you and saw your horrible news about the baby, I'm so deeply sorry for your losses, and so close together, my heart is broken reading this. I wished I could hug you. You’re in my thoughts and deepest prayers.
~hugs~
Hoping you are through the procedure now & resting. I know it's not easy.....My heart continues to go out to you in all the tragedy life has thrown at you.
Praying for you tomorrow. I hope everything goes as well as it possibly can.
**HUGS**
good luck, I hope things went well.
I hope the procedure went well and your recovery will be quick and smooth.
Ill be thinking of you tomorrow. your one tough kid Jenny. I know you will be fine. :)
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