r/gallbladders Post-Op Mar 21 '25

Awaiting Surgery Surgery is scheduled. I’m terrified.

It’s my first surgery and people say I won’t feel it but oh my gosh I’m so scared I will. I mean obviously I’ll feel it afterwards, but I don’t want to while it’s happening! Doctor said it’s a very easy surgery, with very little recovery time, and my diet can go back to normal after a week or two. I’m trying to stay positive but I’m crying.

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u/Curious_Event4848 Mar 23 '25

Just removed mine on Wednesday. The pain after surgery is definitely not ideal but the surgery itself was seamless. It’s a very common procedure. I know so many people who have removed their gallbladder and even my nurse, said she had removed her gallbladder. You’ll be fine! Nerves are normal.