Having my trial lead taken out was no big deal at all Colleen.
Basically my Dr was chatting away taking off the bandages etc and next thing I knew he said 'ok all done'. I felt a slight tug but that was it!!! Honestly nothing to worry about.
The only downside for me was then waiting for the permanent implant to be done. That took 4 months. But that's cos my Dr was on holiday etc.
So don't be stressing out about it. Just try to relax and hopefully all will be well and we will be cheering you on for the permanent implant
Jackie