Should I be?

Should I be scared?  I have researched and researched WLS and have decided to go with Lap RNY, as I have typed before I am hoping to have it at the end of June.  I read and read about how scared people are pre-op and how they are unsure if this is what they want.  They are fearful of the long term effects, the consequences and the irreversibility of RNY.  I am not!  I am not scared. I am not nervous, in fact I just want to get it over with and start living it.  So, I ask again.  Should I be scared?

Were there any people out there that were not scared?

Lola

Hi Lola, I was never scared, and just like you, I just couldn't wait until I could start living my life.........and I am........... Good Luck, Annabelle

Hi Lola, I researched WLS for long time before I decided what was right for me. Once I knew I was going to to have WLS, I researched some more to decide which procedure was right for me. I was very happy and comfortable with my decision and was never scared. I was excited and ready to start my new life. I also knew what to expect and no complications after. Good luck to you on starting your new life! Sue

Thank you both for your reply!  I just know this is what I want and more important need.  Than I start to wonder, should I be scared?  Am I being unrealistic for being so positive?  I start to doubt myself and my decision.  I know it's right and I can't wait but than I read other's post and I think should I be.  LOL!  Do I even make sense? Lola

Hi Lola, I wasn't scared or nervous. I knew that I was in good hands. From the time I made the surgical appointment to my surgery date was 8 days. When I got off the phone, I was like "OMG, wthell did I just do???" But I started calling family and friends to let them know and I was fine. I was chatting away to the docs and nurses right up to when the anesthesiologist said "nighty-night". I don't remember a thing after that, until I woke up in my room. You'll be fine. Don't worry about whether or not you should be scared. It's all good. =)

Lola............. Absolutely not!  I am so glad you are not scared and hopefully you realize that the REASON you are not scared is because you have done your homework and know what to expect.  Good for you.  I too did my homework, and did reasearch and took time to make my decision and I was rewarded for that.  I made the life change before I had my surgery.  Made sure my head was 100% in it.  It has made all the difference.  Even lying on the table as they administered the anesthesia......I was still not scared.  I was elated.  So excited to start my new life.  I was getting out of prison that day......figuratively speaking..........and that is exactly how I felt in the months to come and even to this day.  My recovery (I believe as a result of my research) was "picture perfect".  I have lost nearly 200lbs and feel amazing.  I stick to my plan and I can hardly believe at one time I lived such prisoned life.   I wish you the best in your recovery.  Stay in touch with all of us here at OH.  We are the best resource and the most dedicated support you will ever see in your life.  We are all bound by the most amazing common experience.  Make sure you are prepared to always put yourself first.  Take care of YOU first......its very important.  You can't take care of others unless you take care of yourself.   First things first....................get yourself an AVATAR!  We want to see you transform.  Make sure to take pictures once a month during you post op transformation.  Its amazing to see once your weight loss is complete.  I took pictures in the same place every time........take a look at my page.   I am so excited for you!!!!  I remember the weeks right before my surgery.  I had never felt hopeful as I did in those weeks.  I saw my light at the end of my tunnell.  I knew life would be so much better soon...........I had no idea!!!!  Life is GREAT!!!!! Hugs to you and take care!!!!!