Surgery Community

Knee replacement surgery

It has been exactly one week since having my surgery. I spent two days in hospital and was released home. The first three days especially have been mentally and physically challenging. It really brings it home to you how alone some of us are. For most, having a connection with someone and spending... read more

Hysterectomy Total Robotic XI - Sep 22nd

Unfortunately my last surgery had repercussions and I'm hemorrhaging into my uterus so now it and my cervix must be removed. I go in on that date, already had my pre admissions. Wish me luck. Also, anyone else have this procedure?

I have a date.....

.... with a surgeon. After finally been put on the list to have a knee replacement, I have finally got a date! However, I'm shocked! From seeing the surgeon who put me on the list, it has only been 6wks. I thought it would be several months and I'm not prepared. Bricking it as I have a little under... read more

Almost upon me

Next Wednesday I will have knee replacement surgery. Very anxious and not alleviated by my pre assessment today. In fact, I'm more anxious. So much prep before the op. So any tests. One of the options is a spinal block and sedation. No way will I consent to that! I want to be totally knocked out!

Upcoming Surgery Date

So I'm having surgery in less than 2 weeks now. I'm honestly scared as hell. I've never had surgery before so I don't know what it will be like. If only I had someone to comfort me before that day comes.

Wisdom teeth

Going to go get my wisdom teeth pulled today cause they hurt so bad I can't take it anymore. Has anyone had them taken out? Does it hurt? How did you feel the next day?