Scared

I am almost there. I have completed all the procedures and meetings. Spoke with Stacy at Dr A's office today and all I have to do is weigh in. I must lose 10lbs. I had lost it then broke my toe and haven't been excersizing or watching what I eat. Stacy thinks the WLS will probably be in Sept.(if I have lost the 10 lbs) I am so scared. I know health wise this is something I have to do. Just thinking about it tonite is taking my breath away. Did any of you post-ops feel this way pre-op?

I had lost 10 lbs in Feb..but when it was time to weigh in at Dr. As...I only lost six!! I was heartbroken...went home and tried again the next week..and I was down three more...they let me schedule the surgery since I was so close... Just buckle down...you can do it! Joanie

I think we all felt/feel this way to some degree. I think it would be abnormal not to be a bit scared. It's major surgery and a major life changing event. My surgery is one week from today and I am more anxious than nervous but just going under anthesia puts a certain amount of fear in me. I know at this point that it is something that I must do. I have been preparing myself physically and emotionally for this for a long time now and I am really ready. Good luck with your journey.

Hi Linnie, Being scared is a natural reaction to all of this. People vacilate from being scared to total calm and all that is inbetween. Its normal. Relax and concentrate on losing that 10 pounds and your date will be here before you know it. Please stop by more often and join in the discussions. There is so much info shared and support given. Anytime you just need to vent we are here!! Linda

I absolutely know how you feel. I'm not as far along as you, but I am very scared about going thru surgery, and also scared of living with a smaller person (meaning me!) afterwards! ;) Good luck - and email me if you would like someone to chat with!!