Regular Member Beebz Posted April 18, 2016 Regular Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 hopefully the drugs they give me will knock me out and I won't even be awake for most of it, I don't even care about the post op difficulties or ugly duckling phase at 2-3 months just please let me get through this surgery lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member California Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 hopefully the drugs they give me will knock me out and I won't even be awake for most of it, I don't even care about the post op difficulties or ugly duckling phase at 2-3 months just please let me get through this surgery lol Hi Beebz, It is really not that bad at all! After all, HT is not like a major surgery. The anxiety part is expected but try not to panic. Getting your lost hair back is priceless and all the efforts that go in towards accomplishing that goal.....are totally worth it! Don't think that you will be "knocked out" during your procedure. Usually, the HT Surgeon will administer local anesthesia to numb just the donor and the recipient areas. I wish you all the best. Best regards, California North America Representative and Patient Advisor for: Dr. Tejinder Bhatti, Darling Buds Hair Transplant Center, Chandigarh, India. Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional and my words should not be taken as medical advice. All opinions and views shared are my own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member esrec Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Anticipation always worse than reality. You're good man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member chris39 Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Anticipation always worse than reality. You're good man. Indeed ! A visit to the dentist is more uncomfortable . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Shampoo Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 hopefully the drugs they give me will knock me out and I won't even be awake for most of it, I don't even care about the post op difficulties or ugly duckling phase at 2-3 months just please let me get through this surgery lol Not sure how many grafts you are getting, but surgeons won't knock you out because it's not good to "be under" for such an extended period of time for an optional surgery. However many hair surgeons will give you Valium if you ask. Most people seem to get their surgery procedure anxieties under control with the Valium the hair transplant surgeon will give you. I suffer from claustrophobic panic/anxiety and knew being in the chair for several hours would most likely trigger an attack. So I discussed it with my surgeon and he allowed me to control my anxiety via Xanax. I was in the surgery chair for like 10 hours and basically slept through or was major groggy through 90% of the day via my own RX for Xanax. You should contact your hair transplant doctor now and explain your surgery day fears. I am sure this is not uncommon and the doctor will gladly offer you something to take that will calm your fears on the day of the surgery. Dr. Dow Stough - 1000 Grafts - 1996 Dr. Jerry Wong - 4352 Grafts - August 2012 Dr. Jerry Wong - 2708 Grafts - May 2016 Remember a hair transplant turns back the clock, but it doesn't stop the clock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Beebz Posted April 18, 2016 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Not sure how many grafts you are getting, but surgeons won't knock you out because it's not good to "be under" for such an extended period of time for an optional surgery. However many hair surgeons will give you Valium if you ask. Most people seem to get their surgery procedure anxieties under control with the Valium the hair transplant surgeon will give you. I suffer from claustrophobic panic/anxiety and knew being in the chair for several hours would most likely trigger an attack. So I discussed it with my surgeon and he allowed me to control my anxiety via Xanax. I was in the surgery chair for like 10 hours and basically slept through or was major groggy through 90% of the day via my own RX for Xanax. You should contact your hair transplant doctor now and explain your surgery day fears. I am sure this is not uncommon and the doctor will gladly offer you something to take that will calm your fears on the day of the surgery. Ha I have the same thing! I don't care about them cutting me open, excessive bleeding etc but I am worried about being stuck in one spot for the whole time and panicing lol. Good ole anxiety but anyways the doctor called me and I talked to him about it, due to me having a ride to pick me up he said he can give me valium and coax me through the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Shampoo Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Beebz...the Valium should work well for you. Plus my surgeon let me get up for restroom breaks and lunch, so it's not like you are glued to the chair. Dr. Dow Stough - 1000 Grafts - 1996 Dr. Jerry Wong - 4352 Grafts - August 2012 Dr. Jerry Wong - 2708 Grafts - May 2016 Remember a hair transplant turns back the clock, but it doesn't stop the clock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Sean Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Who's your surgeon? I agree, the calming meds should help. Let your doc know about it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member Beebz Posted April 18, 2016 Author Regular Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Who's your surgeon? I agree, the calming meds should help. Let your doc know about it though. Dr Ron Shapiro and Dr Josephitis will be working together on my transplant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Sean Posted April 18, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 18, 2016 Dr Ron Shapiro and Dr Josephitis will be working together on my transplant Im sure they will make the procedure comfortable. Let then know and in sure you can take breaks in between if you need to stand. It is tough sitting many hours but the meds do help. Wish you the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted April 19, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 19, 2016 In my opinion, anti-anxiety drugs are a must for long procedures. As I recently discussed on another thread, I rejected such drugs with my first procedure and I was climbing the walls after a few hours sitting in the chair. Took the pills with my next two and it was smooth sailing. David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrGio-WHTCClinic Posted April 21, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 21, 2016 It's local anaesthesia and the tranquilizers should address your worries. It's definitely a good idea to give your clinic a heads-up. My opinions are my own. I am one representative of MyWHTC Clinic's European branch. Consultation Dates & Cities for Dr. Patrick Mwamba London, United Kingdom - Available (Sat.) Zurich, Switzerland - Available (Saturday) Bologna, Italy - Available (Saturday) Brussles, Belgium - Available (Sun.-Sat.) *No Fee* Dr. Patrick Mwamba is a member of the Coalition of Independent Hair Restoration Physicians Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Stig Posted April 21, 2016 Senior Member Share Posted April 21, 2016 Dr Ron Shapiro and Dr Josephitis will be working together on my transplant you are in good hands my friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 I know you are nervous but the truth is, I've always had fun on my day of the procedure. I've had four of them and I've always used it as a time to chat with the doctor, learn as much as I can and socialize with the technicians. Honestly, it's a very easy day where you can kick back, relax, watch movies and know that you are in good hands and will eventually have a full looking head of hair, at least a lot more hair than you had prior to surgery. As long as you selected a physician with a proven track record of producing outstanding results, breathe easy and enjoy the ride. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted April 21, 2016 Share Posted April 21, 2016 Beebz, I just looked on your profile to see if you listed your doctor but I don't see it anywhere. So who is doing your procedure? Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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