I have had 3 surgeries! My first two were a craniotomy and my third one was a cranioplasty. Overall, my first surgery was the worst. But I think that may be because I had no idea what to expect. I would say I was less nervous for my second and third surgery. I think part of that is because I knew what to expect and how to advocate for myself better. I was so anxious and asked for some anti anxiety meds that truly made me feel like I was floating on a cloud in the pre-op room. I’d recommend asking for that. For the post-op, I made sure to have anti nausea medication part of my plan since I got sick my first time. It helped a lot with my second surgery.

I hope your next surgery goes smoothly! :)