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ok i have been reading about all of you for sometime im more of a reader then a writer i have been jumping threw the hoops for about 8 months and i just found out that i have a date of nov 8 and now that every thing i have worked so hard for im scared and having second thoughts as i have a 5 and 6 yr old son and i want to see them grow up im 5'6 260 with high blood presure, sleep apnea, and been over weight all my life but high school due to lots of sports ( wrestling and football ) i have lost and gained weight for yrs but it is getting harder and harder i have docter hong out of dr. pattersons office and im sure im in good hands and have nothing to worry about but i guess if one of my kids was to do something and i was told that there was 1/100 chance of something major like dieing happing i would say nooooo way help settle my nerves i know im just scared now that im only days away any one have words to help me feel safe and not so scared.......? thanks david 35 gresham

You can also die by walking across the street or choking on a piece of meat. Or a heart attack due to your weight. When the good Lord calls you home there is nothing you can do. But your chances of dying are greater without the surgery. I too had taken off and put back on more than I lost for years. That's supposed to be very bad for your body and heart. I knew that without it my life would be shortened. I was 270, diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and aching knees. Now after less than 3 months I am down to 210, no more diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and my knees are feeling a whole lot better. I went from a size 42 to a 34 waist. Wearing clothes I haven't worn since the early 80's. Life is worth the risk. Go for it! You may be a little apprehensive now, but the results will be well worth it, take our word for it. Jer

Hi David, I know exactly how you feel.....we all have felt this way. You may want to read my profile. I had Dr. Patterson but had met first with Dr. Hong. He is a great surgeon, I have a few new friends that he did their surgeries and they are extremely happy. If you have any questions feel free to email me anytime........I was a size 20 and now a year later I am a size 0 (never knew there was such a size) my only regret is I didn't do this 10-15 years ago....because life is great because of this surgery. I wish the best and don't worry follow your Dr.'s instructions and lean on friends here.....Hugs, NadineM-Vancouver WA 213/109 (now)