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What can i do to calm my nerves about getting my first surgery?
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Be comfortable: You need to be comfortable with the procedure, the need for it and the surgeon and the place of surgery. If it is all on chekc there is no need to be nervous.
Answered 1/15/2016
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Think positive: The benefits of thinking positively cannot be denied. If you spend 5 minutes a day focusing your thoughts on a good outcome, such as a quick recovery, the great results you want, an easy procedure process, you may actually look forward to this.
Answered 5/23/2016
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