I just had my first one a couple of months ago. I snorted and laughed my way through this account. The procedure wasn't so funny at the time, but looking back I can see lots of humor. Dave Barry is great at exaggerating so we can laugh at the absurd. My hubby and doctor had been on my case for a long time to get this done and now I am very glad I did it. Please, people, do it. The feeling of relief when the all's clear comes at the end is sooooo worth it. Also lots of relief knowing it doesn't have to be done again for at least 5 years!