Surgery tomorrow 7/7

Well the day I've been waiting for and excited about is here tomorrow and I'm scared.  I'm almost in tears today as I'm afraid.  In my logical mind, I think this is something I've been wanting, but the fear has gripped me and I'm afraid of dying.  I hope this is all normal.  The doctor's office told me if I get panicky (spelling?), to give them a call they can help me out.  I thought to myself when they said it, "That will never happen to me."  Here I sit though almost in tears from fear. It doesn't mean I'm not going through with my surgery as I think that would be foolish.  I'm just a mess.  I'm up early as I can't sleep, so I'll go in to work early.  Hopefully once I get busy, I'll feel better.

Did anyone who has had surgery feel like this?  I've had surgery before.  I don't remember ever feeling like this.  I feel foolish in some respects.  I mean people have this surgery every day and come out fine.  Look at all the people here who have had it and look and feel amazing.

Oh well, Have a Great Day, I'm going to try!
Greg

You sound normal to me!  I had some fear the day before but I also knew it was the right thing to do.  I do not regret it one bit but I understand having to walk through this fear.  You are not the only person to have this surgery or to face this fear.  I know you can do it.  Try to be good to yourself today.  Make sure you have plenty of support lined up afterwards.  You will need the visits in the hospital.  Each of my visitors made me get up and walk.  That is very important and it helped them feel a part of my recovery.  I needed them for mental support too.

Good luck and I look forward to seeing you post from the other side!  Gerald 

Congrats on your surgery tomorrow!!!!  I was such a freaky baby that I had to laugh when the surgery was over as it was all just me being a baby!!  You will have a great gift of a new beginning tomorrow, so try to just relax and enjoy the gift!!!    LOL I know easier said than done!!

 Hi Greg,
In addition to what the other folks have posted, all of which I went through myself, by the way, there is the emotional aspect.  You are making a huge change in your life.  If you are an emotional eater as I am and hiding or avoiding trauma from your past, you are making a commitment to remove your protective shell.  Lifting off the blanket you've been hiding from for years.  Knowing you'll become visible after years of hiding behind your weight.  As one of the other posters mentioned, having support is critical.  I think you'd do well to have both professional and personal support.  And don't worry about how much you need.  TAke advantage of it.  You are taking your first steps towards a healthier and happier person.  Try to keep your focus on this.  Remember this is a journey.  You've found your path and occasionally will take a detour, but know your path is always there and you'll find your way back.

I know you'll do very well.  And let the tears flow.  Just make sure to drink extra fluids to replace the liquid you'll lose from the tears.  LOL!

All the best to you,
Barb

Ok, I'm feeling much better this morning.  I can't sleep, but I'll be sleeping later this morning.  I appreciate all the support I've received here thus far. 

See you on the other side!
Greg

Dear Greg,

Right now you are probably in surgery. I am sending you many hugs and saying a prayer that you and everyone else having WLS today has a safe and successful surgery (the OH community is really incredible, I know many are doing the same thing right now). 

Sending you relaxing, peaceful vibes!  Mimi

Hope your surgery went well. You will read this after you are home and that nervousness will be long gone. Look forward to your new life after surgery. -- Tom

YAAAAAY Shadow- Good luck (even though you had the surgery already)  I'll be thinkin of you. 

I'm thinking about you and hoping your surgery went well.  I have these moments of fear myself as I get closer and closer to surgery. Your fear is totally understandable.