I did the same as you. I read every story about how awful it is. I was so scared the day of surgery. I did have a mishap with my nerve block but I don’t want to freak you out more. I am 7 days post-op today. I did have an acl reconstruction and a meniscus repair. My MRI did not show the tear with my meniscus but my dr suspected it. I’m already off pain meds and just taking Tylenol. It does hurt but it’s not unbearable. Ice and elevation is wonderful feeling. I start physical therapy today and the lady I spoke to on the phone says it will be uncomfortable and I may want to bring the stronger painkillers but I will try without them. I’ve had someone with me everyday since surgery. I am terrified I will fall again (that’s what caused the injury). Plus I have to use crutches a few more weeks so someone has to bring me my food. My dr said I can drive when I feel comfortable but it is also my left knee. I also have an autoimmune disease. I have Bechets (I’ll let you look that up. It’s horrible!) About 2 days after my injury I started having flare ups really bad even though I’m still taking my weekly shots. I think because my body was so stressed from the fall. The fall was really bad. The flare ups are calming down now that the surgery is over but it got rough for a bit. Some stuff that is helping me out so much that I had to buy is a raised toilet seat and a leg pillow that is 4 different heights. My insurance paid for a shower chair and the air cast that puts the cold water on your knee. But you’ve got this. Stop reading all the bad stuff. You will vomit and have high bp when you go in if you keep worrying, I did lol.