It’s the 8th July and today is preOp test day. Up to now I have had second thoughts regarding the surgery (but not able to pull out as I’ve paid for it) and I’ve been really anxious. However, this morning I woke feeling extraordinarily relaxed and chilled about the PreOp, wanting it over.
We took the road to Luton which is not the best drive from Norwich. We arrived at the hospital and waited close by until it was time for my appointment. I had survived the whole journey without a toilet break and was pleased to find a toilet in the reception area. After a little bit of navigation I found the Cobham clinic. Everyone from the receptionist to the nurse was absolutely lovely and I felt immediately at ease. I also started chatting with another lady who was having a band revision to a sleeve. She was good fun and it was such a comfort to know she was going to be in at the same time as me.
There was quite a few tests in the Pre Op. The first one was a urine test! Quite funny as I had just been to the toilet! I then had an ECG, blood pressure, pulse and oxygen test. Next was a vast amount of blood taken for for various health tests. Finally the dreaded Covid and MRSA test. The covid test was the worst – it felt like my brain and eyes had been scraped from the inside! I also got weighed and had my height recorded (eek!).
It was a long journey just for the preop but I was so pleased I visited the hospital before the surgery and made a friend. It really helped settle the nerves and can you believe it – I was looking forward to having the surgery!
