In tears! Am I making a BIG mistake?

I’m having rhinoplasty next week and I was very, very excited and happy the months and even up until yesterday to have it done! I always felt fear and was anxious at the same time which I knew was expected. But now I realise it’s this close and it’s all got so real that I’m physically and mentally drained thinking about it.

I want to think that this could be something amazing and it may be the nose I’ve always wanted, just be so positive and excited like I was before…

But I’m so terrified!! I’m scared that i’ll regret messing with my face, that i’ll hate it, or looking too different that i don’t recognise myself, getting a skin infection, having permanent problems after, it going wrong, not looking like I wanted, or not suiting my face. All these thoughts are so lodged in my head and I can’t sleep, I can’t think about anything else, I mean I was even was in tears earlier today regretting it, I can’t believe the effect it’s having on me and i haven’t had it done yet!

Did anybody else feel like this? Preferably those those who had rhinoplasty, I really need reassurance.. I’m so scared of all those things and It’s life changing result for the good or worst outcome..

Hi Shelly,

I haven’t had rhino but had a tummy tuck and BA last sat. I totally felt like that – I questioned everything, whether I really needed it, what if it went wrong, would I wake up… I think it’s normal! In fact., I’d be a bit worried if you had no last minute nerves, it’s a big thing! I just thought that I’d wanted it for years, saved the money, been to all the appointments etc so it was obviously something I really wanted. There’s a girl on my friends list – georgie- she’s recently had rhino if you request her – she’s lovely and may give you reassurance about what to expect. Xx

Forgot to say I didn’t sleep for a week pre op! Xx

Hey Shelly, Im going to have a BA and sometimes I have these thoughts too.. I know exactly how you feel. There were moments when I would feel like Im denying my own identity and rejecting my body that I love so much and has done so much for me. But no.. Its not really like that, if you want to have a rhino ask yourself why? Is your nose bothering you so much that you’d prefer to have it done than leave it the way it is for the rest of your life.. Everything has risks. Having a BA is not an easy decision at all, it has many risks too as well as complications. But how badly to you want it? If its at 70% or above then go for it. Do your research well, choose a trusted popular surgeon. Surgeons are artists as well as doctors, he/she should know what nose shape will suit your face and look good.
Think about it and when you decide. Stick to your decision, dont let your fears stop you from doing something you’ve always wanted to do.. And remember, YOLO! Good luck huni xx

I had a rhinoplasty in July and was really sure I wanted it done but freaked out the day of the surgery and nearly walked away at the last minute. But I realised it was just nerves and I was so glad I went through with it. Be prepared though as post-surgery you will feel the same again depressed etc due to the bruising and swelling. Rhinoplasty takes some time to reap the rewards but they are amazing when you get them xx

Hi girls! I’m sat in the room now waiting to go in for surgery!! As you can tell I’m over my fears and negative thoughts haha. I was being silly, i realised that I over think things so much more than I should that I ended up scaring myself. I don’t know why I always focus on the negative and not just think postively! But after speaking to my parents, my surgeon and reading your advice I feel thousand times better and now I’m so happy and excited to get it done!! No worries or fears anymore, just excited to go in!! Thank you so much for all of your advice, I really appreciate it girls, wish me luck xxx

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