I feel like JeffC!

Ive had nothing major done. Had some knee surgery and both my wrists done to take calcium deposits out that the docs thought were cysts. So nothing that put me under...

Sorry to hear that Bella! But you will do fine!

My friend had it done
she had to take it easy but it is pretty routine at this point.
Should be good some some sympathy treats

Surgery is FUN! Ok, not really, but in the long run it certainly can help!

I've never had the gallbladder thingie, but with each of the 3 I had since December, I was put under and totally out. The neck was an overnight, and big incisions, but the knee and shoulder were outpatient and arthroscopic. Even though the actual procedures only took about an hour, it was a half-day event between getting there a few hours early for prep and having to stay an hour or 2 after before they would let you go. Here's my advice:

1. Do some research online about the procedure and what to expect, but don't get carried away. You will find opinions and experiences ALL over the board. Just remember everyone reacts differently and every surgeon has their method.

2. Absolutely listen to your doctor's advice post-surgery. If they tell you to rest and take it easy, do it. You will be thankful you did. Overdoing it will really be no bueno - and you usually don't even think you are overdoing it, but surgery of any kind really affects your body and you need time to heal properly.

How's that?

I am pleased to report that as of this Friday I will be completely done with all physical therapy for all surgeries! JeffC, Version 2.0, ready for action!

Bella: Good luck on your surgery and like Jeff said listen to the Dr.

I have my fingers crossed that you get a McDreamy

Bella, I had it done a long time ago. Back when the surgery was still primative lol. It really was not all that bad. You will be back up and running in no time.

Sorry you have to have surgery Mike had his gall bladder out last yr over spring break and he was absolutely fine. Same day, we were home by 11:00 and he slept all day. Other than that, it was uneventful and routine. If yours is filled w stones, that may be another story, and may not be as simple as Mike's. He had the week off and went back to school the following week with not difficulties at all. If you need 6 weeks off it may be more complicated.
I had a hysterectomy last Christmas and went back to school 2 1/2 weeks later, when Christmas break was over. I was fine also. Again same day and no complications, just a little tired and sore for a couple days.
I know what you mean about starting the school year, I'm dreading it this year. I'll probably go to school later today to begin the process of unpacking (I moved from K to 2nd) and wrapping my brain around having to go to work again, and learning to teach 2nd - ahhh! I'll feel better if I get started early. Teachers go back the 15th, kids the 22nd.
Don't worry about it, it won't do any good but make you miserable.

Bella, if they're doing the procedure laproscopically, it should be easy peasy for you, and from what I understand, you'll feel much, much better afterwards. Keep up posted.

You will take your week and you will like it, Missy!!

I was surprised at how tired I got mid-day during the first several days afterwards. So do plan to take it easy - it will pay off in the long run!

A co-worker had her's out a couple of years ago. She was out for about 3 weeks. She felt so much better afterwards.

Shall I take a vid at Cava Tequila for you?

Feel better, I wish you a successful surgery with limited down time.

At least you're able to schedule to have it out instead of an emergency operation - that's what my mom had about two years ago. She was in the hospital for a couple days (I think she had a fever and had to stay longer than normal), and had to take it easy for awhile after surgery and modify her diet a bit, but she hasn't had any issues since.

Be sure to remind us before you go in for the surgery so we can send good thoughts your way!

Had mine out in 2004 and from what I've read the surgery involves one less opening now, so less stitches/pain.

I had it on a Friday and was back to work on Tues/Wed if I remember right.

You'll feel like someone beat you up in the stomach. I needed help standing up the first day, but it's not too bad.

I will speak for Bella and say YES.