Hello sonya, I wish you get the surgery as scheduled and that all goes fine. Don't worry about the skin thing. Most important is your health, looks come later even if plastic surgery is an option. I am sure you will do great, don't worry to much. the pain isn't that bad, it is bearable. I am still sore and weak, 6 days after the surgery, but I opted not to take any pain meds after the 2nd day. Like I said you can take the discomfort, mainly cramps from the gas introduced in the body. You most likely will pass gas alot, for several days later. Anyway, good luck and may God watch over you. God bless you sonya. jackie