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sunsets1386
sunsets1386
etting all four wisdom teeth out Monday... And having anesthesia, iv general anesthesia, for the first time. I'm terrified of needless and feel as though and actually have passed out previously from getting shots or blood taken. The fact i'm terrified of the iv, not so much getting my teeth cut out of my jaw... Is making me anxious about being anxious. I think i'm also uncomfortable with anesthesia, feeling out of control makes me anxious... But there is no way I can go without it the dentist said, and they have to come out now. I'm so scared, about anything that could possibly go wrong and not being able to afford to fix anything that did go wrong.. I know i'm probably.. Ok definitely overreacting, but I'm really scared guys. I'm also hypoglycemic so not eating that morning on top of anxiety had always caused very physical severe reactions in me such as paging out, and even seizures. I've only been able to control them with eating high protein early in the morning... And words of wisdom out there? :(
deleted_user
deleted_user
Words of wisdom: Deep breathing. I had mine out and was scared to death. Even fought off the anesthesia as much as possible. In the end, it was fine, previous existing medical conditions and all. You will never be prepared or be able to push past this all-together until it is over, but until Monday- try your best to relax and keep your mind busy with other things. It may not fix the problem, but it can help some with the anxiety. Warmest wishes and hope it goes well for you.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Don't they give you gas for that? When I had 4 teeth pulled (for braces--SEVERE overcrowding), they gave me the nitrous oxide before they stuck the iv in. It was great.
charliegirl29
charliegirl29
I close my eyes or look away when the needles come into play. It helps me cope. The good news is that if you pass out from not eating....you will be in a doctor's office :-) and if you happen to pass out you will not have to have the surgery? They will monitor your blood preasure before the procedure so if they think there are going to be any issues they will not do it. Anesthesia is a bit scary but think of it thsis way you will have a minature vacation from the world for however long it takes...(I think it took 30 mintues to an hour for me)....you can even distract yourself by picking out the scenery for your vacation from the world on monday :-)
arfie
arfie
Four wisdom teeth out at once?!?!

I get nervous thinking about it and I never even sprouted wisdom teeth. Had enough other dental work to supply the imagery, though.

Ravenfish described my technique quite well. Deep breathing works wonders for me, also.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Yes, anxious about the anxiety to come, I completely relate! That is something I do, as well . . I take 500 mg rhodiola 2x day, no matter what, and will take a 3rd one if I feel the anxiety escalating. Yesterday, I had a very difficult day at work with a coworker, and by lunch, I was almost shaking from anxiety. I tapped (EFT) and as I tapped, I imaged myself in a bubble of light, protecting me, from absorbing any of the bs she was spewing. It didn't completely alleviate the anxiety, but I got thru' the afternoon much better. Can you get a script of 5 or 10 xanax from your md for this? I think stress of this nature (surgery of any kind) is extreme for us with PTSD, traumatic, and we need to care for ourselves with much tenderness and much patience. Sending you a huge hug!
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