Dear Bigtwin-being pretty shook up is pretty normal! But there are lots of folks here who have been through the surgery you are going to have, and they will try to answer any questions you have. There is also a ton of information on this site. If you will find the search button under the Banner at the top of this page, you can search a word, term, phrase [tongue surgery] etc. Please tell us more about what is going on with you. Where are you having the surgery done? Amy