people at work

 hi all, did this happen to anyone else? it seems i'm the go to person for weight loss surgery at work. i'm down probably over a 100 lbs since 030507 and i'm feeling fine. my worry is . just cause i'm doing great dosent mean others may do as well . it makes me nervous to think someone else could have serious complications or even death. i do stress that this is a life changing thing not to be taken lightly. there was a woman in a different dept that died from complications after surgery. i know i have no control over others but it makes me nervous. thanks for letting me ramble on. its very comforting to know there's a place to come and vent and you guys may understand.

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With regards to venting - I totally understand.  In my case, I am a very private person so being able to talk on here is extremely helpful.  Especially since this (weight loss) is a sensitive topic for me. With regards to co-workers - Not very many people at work know that I am going to have the surgery, but based on what I see and what other people are doing (I work in a Hospital) people talk about the subject as if this was an appointment to get their nails done.  I dont feel comfortable with that, since some people see the result and forget that there are risks involved.  I guess it varies by person, but you seem to be doing the right thing by letting them know of the risks.  I can understand how your situation can ******ve wrecking, but its their individual decision.  By the way!  CONGRATS on your achievement!  Caro

I understand your feelings.  I have people coming to me also...but, I also went to people before my surgery so I try to be frank about all the risks and benefits.  You have done a fabulous job by the way! Rosemary

Hi Sue,I work for a large grocery chain and I'm the go to person as well.I don't adversize my surgery but I don't hide it either.I have customers constantly noticing my weight loss.So far there is one associate who is going for wls and two customers that have gone as a result of my success.I have talked to them all about my journey.Most of the time I think many complications are because of on going health issues a person my of had.I knew surgery was a risk but i also knew the extreme weight was as well. It's up to others to use this tool to the best of their ability to succeed.Tak care , Bob