@rae456 Good for you to move forward on the CI. I don't think you'll be disappointed. I had the surgery done on a Thursday, and went back to work a week later. The first couple of days after surgery I was very tired, but no pain. Yes, it was uncomfortable to lie down on the surgery side, so I slept in a recliner for a few nights. I always tell people who are having surgery of any kind to request anti nausea medication prior to the surgery. I did and I had no issue with nausea or dizziness. Everyone's experience is unique. I knew what to expect after activation a month later, and did amazingly well fairly soon. It took a while to get used to hearing that way, but within a few months it sounded very normal to me, and still does. A miracle to be able to hear again!!