Another Scared Person Waiting for Surgery :'(

Yup. Another victim claimed by kidney stones.

The pain was so bad this weekend I went to the ER twice with vomiting-levels of pain, and the second time they sent me home with codon-acetaminophen and an appointment with a urologist whom I saw today.

They schedule the surgery Friday and I'm terrified of the stent. Reading stories around here has helped a bit. I am totally willing to accept a bit of discomfort for 2 weeks to never have to feel the pain of stones again. Yet I'm still so scared of the recovery process. Especially removing the stent later. Do they use anesthesia for the removal process? Does anyone have any experience or relief they can share with me?

P.S. Don't mind my username, it's not supposed to be serious.