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My mother and myself researched different surgeries and doctors. She was approved by one but that didn't fall through but finally had the roun-y surgery. What i can say is i know from watching my mother for years struggling with her weight how hard it was and problems it will cause. But please take your feelings into consideration. First i will start by telling you that Death and or major complications are very possible. You will be told 1 to 2 % will die. But this statistic is not really accurate they do not include other things which could lead to death caused by the surgery. Most hospitals are not equipped for larger patients even one's which do the surgery. This was one of our problem's. ICU nurses were great but once you are in regular room it can get difficult. Have someone you trust with you at all times, I mean all times. If you have problems express it ferverantly do not let them tell you it is normal if it is not. Physical therapy can also be difficult at our hospital when they arrived there were two women who probably weighed 120 pounds each. You could need care for a couple months after surgery as well. Plus research how your diet will change forever. Please study all aspects of this decision.

Hi Patty, I just stumbled across your post. I am scheduled for surgery 06-28-I too am having second thought. So since I know you felt the way I 'm feeling now and knowing that you have reached the losing side I would like to ask........Was it worth it?

I am just reading all these post and it makes me sad that this lady has had such a hard time. However I don't believe it is the norm. I had my surgery 3 years ago. I would do it all over again in a heart beat. Yes there have been a few set backs but it was well worth it. I feel that I have added years to my life. Good years. Years that I can walk, run, exercise. fit in an airplane seat, ride a ride at the amusement parks, wear a bathing suite on the beach......the list goes on and on. I was at 326 and now I am at 150. It seems like a miracle to me, being overweight most of my life. With out this surgery I know that I would probably be bed riden by now.....what kind of life would that be. It is a chance...but one worth taking in my experience........love and prayers too all who are in the pursuit for health, happiness and freedom.........Love Penny!