Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

Anxiety prior to surgery is very normal; its complete elimination is usually not possible.  I would suggest that you discuss your question about taking Valium to calm your nerves with your surgeon.I ask my patients  to try to be as calm as possible prior to surgery;  this “calmness"  tends to translate to a smoother postoperative course. You may be able to alleviate some  pre operative anxiety with music, exercise, meditation, a glass of wine (if ok with your surgeon), and positive/objective focus on the long term outcome/benefits etc. prior to your procedure. Generally, patients find that they did “get worked up for nothing” after their  recovery  is completed. I hope this helps.  Good luck!

Thanks for your question.  It is normal to feel some anxiety before any surgery.  It is probably fine to take half a valium to calm your anxiety, but please check with your doctors before doing so.  I assume you have done your research and chosen a well qualified board certified plastic surgeon to perform your procedure, which should help ease your nerves a bit.  Judging from the high satisfaction rating that Mommy Makeovers enjoy on RealSelf, you can be reassured that you will be happy with your results.  Best of luck to you.  

Prescription and over the counter #medication use are not a matters that  surgeons or physicians than your own can advise on, without seeing you in-person or knowing your #medical history and surgical details. Therefore, its best to ask your surgeon this and about any additional medication use you have concerns about.