Question:
Is it normal to have 2nd thoughts?
Up until now I have been so positive. My WLS is Friday. Now im freaking out. I have been coming across all of these horror stories. Help cant calm my nerves. — Athinnermom (posted on January 13, 2010)
January 13, 2010
Freaking out is normal! I cleaned my house like a mad woman. Got as much
"stuff" done as I could. Kept my mind off the actual surgery.
I'm almost 6 months out and I've lost 88 lbs. I've had no complications, I
feel great, so much energy! Maybe you could skip the website for the next
couple of days so you don't "fuel the fire" RNY was the best
thing I ever did, I should have done it years ago.
— Nurseducky
January 13, 2010
I FEEL THE SAME WAY ITS NORMAL JUST ANXIOUS TO GET APPROVED AND NOW HAVING
SECOND THOUGHTS LOL BUT WE ARE GOING TO TO GREAT JUST WATCH!!!
— bage09
January 13, 2010
The same thing has been happening to me,just stay away from all negative
people.Someone recommended the book Before and After by Susan Leach.It is
great and has receipes in the back .It tells her own experience all the
way.It is great u gotta get it!Best of luck 2 u!
— davonjack
January 13, 2010
Totaly normal. If you are not nervous or having second thoughts then you
are not ready. Just stay possitive and this good strong possitive thoughts
and everything will be ok. I'm 14 months out down 135 lbs and would not ask
for a better exprience in my life, ever. Its also human nature to talk
about the bad, and negative things, try your best to stay away from that,
and if someone does start with a horror storie, tell them to stop. I wish
you the best of luck, you are going to do great!
— bostonkid33
January 13, 2010
Hi there, please don't get distracted by the all the problems/complications
other people have. People don't normally go on the message board and say
"hey I'm doing great, no complications". People will blog and
post when they have concerns or problems. But you are just about where I
was in the beginning, blood pressure and pre-diabetic. You are doing this
at the right time. Before the problems get worse. You will do fine I
promise!! Write down your worries its ok to worry and have concerns, but
don't let it consume you!! I wish you had a better support system but keep
up with the support groups and the boards to get answers you need. I think
you have done a wonderful job reading your story and you should be proud of
yourself, your girls will be so proud of you also. Your only regret will
be why you didn't do this sooner!! Good luck, Toni
— ToniLee
January 13, 2010
I was freaked out. I had surgery 12/28/09. I know people die from this
surgery. I kept visualizing myself after the surgery doing well at home.
When I came home, I had no pain or nausea. I am full of energy. I am
optimistic about improving my health. I had some problems after the surgery
but, the hospital handled everything well. My doctor told me the risk is
about the same as gall bladder surgery. I never hear about people dying
from having their gall bladder out. Wishing great success to you.
— MargaretHM
January 13, 2010
I sort of panicked the last day or two also. I got through by telling
myself what my life would be like on the "other side" after the
surgery. I am one and a half years out and am down 140 pounds. The surgery
was the best decision I have ever made. Prior to it I could not walk from
one end of my house to the other without being out of breath and the pain
in my back and legs. This past summer, I went horseback riding and
para-sailing and have also started riding my bike again. My next goal is to
try to start running again. Yes indeed, the surgery gave me a new start at
life!
— sandorah
January 13, 2010
LOLOL 2nd and 3rd and even 4th ....Don't doubt yourself... you searched
your heart and soul to make this decision. You are ready for a change in
your life or you wouldn't be doing this. You are going into the unknown
and the old overweight life is one you are used to and comfortable with.
The night before my surgery I stayed at my parents house... I looked at my
mom and said "Remind me again why I am doing this?" it's kinda
like wedding day jitters..... don't worry you will be fine.... i am 4 1/2
months out and 86 pounds down.... and annoyed that i didnt do it sooner
than I did... however I know I wasn't ready before.
— MarthaJ0110
January 13, 2010
I think it's normal to have 3rd and 4th thoughts!! Some people feel like
they have finally made it and go in with a calm and peace like no other.
For me, the night before was the worst time in the entire process. I was
worried and wondering if I had made the right decision, tossed and turned,
etc. I was on 9 prescription medications that night, and within 3 weeks I
was off all of them. 5 years later, I am still down at least 100 pounds
from my high weight, and have not had to go back on any of the meds. Within
a year I was also able to stop using the CPAP. No one makes a major life
change like this without some trepidation. You've worked hard for this..
Faith and blessings on your new life!
— Chip Locke
January 13, 2010
If you weren't freaking out and nervous you wouldn't be human. I was fine
until the morning of my VSG surgery. There are horror stories to ANY kind
of surgery and there are always those who are happy to tell you their scary
stories. Just focus on creating positive thoughts and energy for yourself
and your journey. This will be the best gift you have EVER given to
yourself and you will be all the healthier and happier for it. Just remind
yourself of all the reasons that you made this decision to begin with. You
will do just fine. And all of us are here to support you after your
surgery as you walk your journey day-by-day. We all need each other and
need encouraging from time-to-time. I am 18 months out, have lost 80
pounds, maintaining and in fact still losing. I come here to this website
every day for encouragement, to encourage others and stay focused. It's a
fantastic journey and I wouldn't have changed a single thing!!!! You will
be thrilled with your decision!!!!
— Jodi L.
January 14, 2010
Totally normal you are about to make a life changing choice. I remeber the
morning of my surgery having to be to the hospital at 5am and wanting to
tell my husband turn around i want to go home but once i was at the
hospitial my nerves calmed and i just went with it. You made the choice for
a reason just remeber that!! :) you will be great
— volkswagenmome
January 14, 2010
I know what you mean...my WLS is next Wednesday, and while I am REALLY
excited, I can't help but remember that there are risks with any surgery.
Still, I know that I am doing the right thing, and I'm anxious to get to
the other side of the surgery!
— sponge0
January 16, 2010
We all had second thoughts just prior to surgery. I am 10 months out from
my RNY and down 107 pounds, feeling great and no complications. You'll do
great!
— rkurquhart
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