2 Days Pre-Op and a little bit nervous

Hello everyone, I have been reading the WLS forums for a while now but have never posted. This will be my first post. I am 28 and 375-380 pounds. My weight has gone up slowlly for the last 6-8 years. This is my all time heaviest. I am schedualed for the 16th and am feeling nervous about the surgery. I have never been under before, thats really my concern. Can anyone share what it's like? Thanks and Good Luck to all, Eddie

Hi Eddie, I'm also scheduled for my surgery on 3-16-05. This will be like a new birth for me. Slightly nervous here mainly due to wondering if I will be able to follow through the way I am planning. I have had MANY surgeries, however, so I am not concerned about that. They will give you something in your IV to relax you and when they are ready, you will simply go to sleep for a while. Can't say you will wake up refreshed, but you will certainly be on that new road to the new you! Good luck!

Eddie, It's ok to be nervous. I'm 6 days post-op, and let me tell you, there's nothing to worry about. I have had no problems at all. No pain, it's wonderful. I have read things about the surgery that I really expected the worst. So I think everything will be just fine. Just listen to your body and do what the drs. tell you and you'll be fine. Eileen Riffle

Hi Eddie! First I want to say congratulations!!! I am also scheduled for the 16th and like you I am finding myself getting very nervous. Alittle over a year ago I went in for a emergency hysterectomy and had a huge incision to deal with. Try to stay calm I know that nothing was as bad as I thought it was going to be. There are alot of us going in on this day, just think one of us is going through and feeling exactly like you are! I will be praying for a uneventful surgery and speedy recovery. See you on the other side

Thankyou everyone, It is good to hear that i'm not alone in feeling this way. I guess it's natural to be nervous, but I know it will all be allright for all of us. Part of me is actually excited and I can't wait to start my new life. I will post as soon as I can post-op. Eddie

Hi Eddie, I just wanted to tell you that you are not alone in the nervousness. My surgery date is 3/16 also and although I've researched this surgery completely, now that the actual date is here, I almost want to run and hide. I've dedicated so much time to having this surgery done and starting my new life, but I keep getting these little doubts about whether I will succeed with this surgery and worrying about possible complications. I am so ready to get out of this body and start enjoying life that I am just going to let my Higher Power take control. Good Luck to you and all my fellow March Losers!!!

WOW I am going in on the 16th also! Good luck to all of my surgery date twins. I have found that I am pushing my nervousness back in my mind and I am afraid that it will come exploding out of me on Wednesday. I am also afraid it will make my blood pressure go through the roof and they will cancel surgery. I guess it is normal to be worried but I am just as excited as I am nervous. I will keep all of you in my prayers!

Hey everyone! I am also on the 16th. I have spent the last few months being nervous. I am still a little but I am at peace with my decision. May we all be blessed and be celebrating this time next year! Tracey

Hi Happy & Postive thoughts to you on your big day!! It is perfectly normal to have feelings of nervousness. My surgery is Thursday, the 17th. I'm expecting that Wednesday, I will be a wreck... Think positive thoughts and remember why you are doing this. Good Health!!!

Hi Eddie.......You will be fine I have had 4 surgerys before and they put you to sleep and when you wake up you`ll be alittle gruggy and in and out for a few hours and then once your up you will feel better Best of luck to you .. I am also having surgery on the 16th so is alot of others so lets all do good and BE POSITIVE.... Janice