Got Surgery Date...becoming Scared now
I had my surgery on 5/14 and up to that date I was scared to death. Everything went great and I fell better than ever. It's only been four days since surgery and I've dropped 10 lbs. I am so glad I did this. I actually went to Target today and felt fine. You will do great!! I know it's scary but keep your chin up. It really is worth it.
My surgery is May 21st, just three days away. I am a little scared but mostly excited. I'm ready to start on my journey to healthier me. I think if you weren't a little scared you wouldn't be normal and be just a little to anxious to have such a serious life changing procedure done. Everything will be fine.
Hi Diana
My surgery is on Wed the 21st. I am getting anxious, but also excited. It is normal to have doubts or worries before surgery. At least that is what I keep telling my self. But I know that the surgeon is excellent and my health is good. God is in control. So I keep my thoughts positive. You also need to try and keep your thoughts on the positive side, but also remember that having doubts and fears are normal. We will all get through this and be healthier for it.
Rie ( surgery on May 21st.)
Hey Diana..I just got my insurance approved and I am waiting for a surgery date to be scheduled. Know what you mean! BUT-I know several people who have had this done and they tell me that the waiting was the hardest part. One of my friends is 6"2" and went from 500+++lbs to 250! He says he would do it all over again becuase it was so worth it! He got his life back. Concentrate on how great you are going to look in 6 months and dream about that!!!
Hi Diana,
I had my surgery on 5/5/08 and was scared as well...but once I got to the hospital, everyone was so supportive, telling me they were going to take good care of me...and they did. I now am 2 weeks out and have lost 15 lbs. I am feeling really good, tired, but good. Hang in there, this group is also very supportive....keep us posted!!
DC
Congrats on getting your surgery date! I think everyone goes through a phase of being scared, I know for a fact that I did anyway. I thought I wanted to cancel my surgery as it got ever so close, however I knew it was the best thing for me at this point in my life, 42 years old with a newborn, I want to be around as long as possible. I am only one week out (surgery 5/12/08) and have had nearly no pain, have lost 17 pounds. I am so glad I have done this at this point, but I have been lucky and not had any complications. Best wishes, take care and keep smiling. Larry
Diana, It's been almost a year for me. Just shortly before my surgery I was a wreck. I got brave and called the local support group, and went to one of the meetings. It was the best thing I could have done for myself. I talked to women that had gone through the surgery, who had lost weight, and who were so helpful in giving me some sound suggestions and comforting thoughts. My best suggestion is to find the support group in your area - call the person in charge and see how soon you can meet with some of the people in your area that have already been there done that! You won't believe how much comfort you can gain from talking in person with others! Best of luck, and no matter what anyone does say, it takes lots of courage to do what your about to do! You go!!!!
I was excited at first....now there are tons of doubts, and worries, but I know this is going to be one of the best decisions I can make for myself and my children!
So, I started to get here on OH, and am "talking" with as many people as I can!
I still have a naggin doubt in the back of my head, and I'm sure I'll ******vous wreck driving the 3.5 hours to the doctors/hospital.
My pre op is THIS Thursday, and I'm not even sure what to expect on this visit either.
Surgery is a week from today!!
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