[Macd123]

A lot about pain and not good results - yikes!!!!!!

[possum220]

Surgery is normally the last option that a doctor will go down. Please go back to you doctor if you have any doubts. If you need a second opinion then maybe it's another option especially if it is elective surgery.

There is heaps of negative stuff on the internet to find. Rarely do we see positive things.

[Macd123]

Originally Posted by possum220

Surgery is normally the last option that a doctor will go down. Please go back to you doctor if you have any doubts. If you need a second opinion then maybe it's another option especially if it is elective surgery.

There is heaps of negative stuff on the internet to find. Rarely do we see positive things.

I had a second opinion and the doctor agreed that surgery was a good option - it’s arm surgery on the nerve because my hand is numb (ulnar nerve). The stuff I read was frightening because on the pain discussion and the lack of success some had. I think I’m still going through with it though - doesn’t help that I’m alone. Thanks!

The last surgery I had was emergency surgery. I was completely high on hydromorph and fentynal when I signed the paperwork for it. When I was recovering I had bad anxiety about the surgery, even though it was already done.

Knowing in advance must be tough. I might suggest not reading anymore about it if it makes you feel worse. Good luck!

[guilloche]

It sounds like something that's normal to be anxious about, but it also sounds like you've done a good job of looking at your options and getting a second opinion... that should, hopefully, give you some reassurance.

I think you made a good decision. Good luck, I hope it goes smoothly and that you have a fast and easy recovery!