Lexie,
You are one of the strongest people that I know. You will do just fine. Another cancer survivor here. Breast (1A) Cervical (3B).
When going through this you need to have your humor about you. It helps you get you through things, especially the hospital food.
Guessing you will be on the oncology ward after surgery. Mine did not allow flowers into the room. (Just so that you know, in case someone wants to send you flowers)
I also had a lymph node removed. Mine was from my armpit. Most likely that is where yours will be from. No problem with that. I think I did have a bag attached to me for about 2 days for the draining, but no big deal. There might be a numbness there afterwards, it may stay, may go away, mine stayed, but at least no one can tickle me there anymore. I don't feel it. (lol)
Sending may good vibes and prayers your way. Make sure you bring your computer to the hospital to give us updates.
Thinking of you
(((((((((((hugs))))))))))
amy