'Twas the Night Before Surgery..

Tomorrow is the big day. This experience is so extremely surreal! It may not seem like a big deal to other people, but it such an important event for me. I won't get all emotional, but I feel like this will only add to my confidence, having a "new" nose. 

I already picked up my prescriptions so I will be able to come home straight away after recovering. They weren't expensive at all at $12. I was prescribed painkillers and antibiotics. I hate taking medication so that will be a challenge. I was advised by Dr. DeRosa that I could also take extra strength Tylenol if I am able to tolerate the pain and will only have to take the antibiotic once a day. 

In my nose, there will be packing and splints. Externally, a cast will be placed. The packing will be removed at my 1 day post-op. After surgery, Dr. DeRosa will give me (and my aunt who will be there) instructions on how to care for my nose. I have Vaseline, q-tips, saline spray, and hydrogen peroxide ready.  I asked Dr. DeRosa if removing the packing would be painful, she said If I adhere to her regimen, it should be fine.   

I stocked up on jello (peach and cherry!) Acai, pomegranate, and goji berry Popsicles as well as soft ice packs. I am prone to migraines, so the ice packs will definitely come in handy if that occurs. Sometimes the ice packs are the only things that help me with any kind of pain. Since I have no idea what to expect, I'm not even going to bother worrying about it. 

My biggest concern isn't pain, it's how the anesthesia affects me. ie will I be nauseous, crazy, emotional..etc. Again, it's not worth worrying about. 

As for other preparations, I have a load of laundry going and my outfit picked out. My favorite blanket (yes I'm 27 and I have a favorite blanket. It's soft and pink) will be ready for me on the couch when I get home along with 3 pillows. 

Surgery is scheduled for 7:30 with a check in time of 6 am. That means I'll be up by 4:30 am! 

My father and Nana are taking me to MEEI and my mother and aunt will be there when I wake. It will be nice to have everyone there. 

I am saving Game of Thrones season 1 episodes 5-10 for next week, so that's something to look forward to. I'm not sure if I'll be able to read a book but I have plenty to choose from. 

I am getting tired and need my sleep, so I'm signing off! Until tomorrow! I will post pictures and an account of the whole experience as soon as I'm fit. 

Goodnight!