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Topic: RE: Overcoming My Fears
Kara and Apple-
I went through the exact same emotions you are going through. The night before my surgery my stomach was in knots! I thought for sure I'd be the patient that has a complication or ends up in the ICU etc. Just think though, it you were that big of a surgical risk, you doctor wouldn't even do the surgery. I don't know if there is a way to get over the fear, but it is normal. In fact, I think it would be worrisome if you didn't have those kinds of feelings before a major operation.
I talked to my mom and hubby how anxious and nervous I was about having the surgery and it helped to talk about it. I also had told my mom previously (who was not initially supportive of my decision to have surgery, I think mostly due to fear) that if she did not have anything comforting or supportive to say to bite her tongue b/c I was still having the surgery no matter what and that seemed to get through to her b/c after that and ever since she has been my #1 cheerleader. My hubby has always been supportive and for that, I am thankful.
Apple- After I saw my doctor and had all my questions answered the morning of the surgery, I asked for something for anxiety and they gave me so Versed in the pre-op area, which did help-but do not expect to remember much after they give it to you. Perhaps your doctor could give you a Rx for valium or xanax to take the night before so you can get a little sleep...?
Hang in there girls
I went through the exact same emotions you are going through. The night before my surgery my stomach was in knots! I thought for sure I'd be the patient that has a complication or ends up in the ICU etc. Just think though, it you were that big of a surgical risk, you doctor wouldn't even do the surgery. I don't know if there is a way to get over the fear, but it is normal. In fact, I think it would be worrisome if you didn't have those kinds of feelings before a major operation.
I talked to my mom and hubby how anxious and nervous I was about having the surgery and it helped to talk about it. I also had told my mom previously (who was not initially supportive of my decision to have surgery, I think mostly due to fear) that if she did not have anything comforting or supportive to say to bite her tongue b/c I was still having the surgery no matter what and that seemed to get through to her b/c after that and ever since she has been my #1 cheerleader. My hubby has always been supportive and for that, I am thankful.
Apple- After I saw my doctor and had all my questions answered the morning of the surgery, I asked for something for anxiety and they gave me so Versed in the pre-op area, which did help-but do not expect to remember much after they give it to you. Perhaps your doctor could give you a Rx for valium or xanax to take the night before so you can get a little sleep...?
Hang in there girls
Topic: Adrienne G RNY Today!
best wishes adreienne for going before me!! thanks for being my guinea pig......lol you have a great attitude and you will go far!
Topic: RE: Please post stats
congrats on getting a date! i hope you find the support you are looking for!! i really enojy this website and it has helped on some rougher days!!
my friend has a book she is sending me of post bypass recipes, soups etc that are really flavorful. i am interested in finding some too!
my friend has a book she is sending me of post bypass recipes, soups etc that are really flavorful. i am interested in finding some too!
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Topic: RE: Please post stats
never imagined i would be excited for blood work. i cant wait to see my results after 3 months!! mine is 5.5 and has always been under 6. so it gives me hope!!what are you eating at this stage?
Topic: RE: Please post stats
great job on the weight loss! sorry about the insurance, i am glad it is working out for you though! i am a night owl who works nights too. it is amazing how making this decision makes you feel healthier and happier, a literal weight was lifted from me.
Topic: RE: Please post stats
i have heard good things about the flavorless protien power from bariatriceating.com, my friend uses it in soups etc to get her protein in!
Topic: RE: Please post stats
Hi , I'm Melanie and pretty new to the site. I had my initial appointment on August 23, and my final on October 3. My surgery is scheduled for Nov 2, 2011 pending insurance approval. I've been researching and wanting the surgery for years and have finally gone for it. My heaviest has been 278lbs and am currently at 264lbs. I'm looking for encouragement and support, recipes, helpful hints, etc.
Topic: RE: Please post stats
San
Hi
I am kinda new to this site. I haent posted util today :) My surgery is scheduled for Oct. 19th. I am very excited. I am having RNY. I thought everything was moving so slow and now it seems to be zooming.
A little about me... I am short..only 4'9 and walk on crutches due to polio as a child. I weigh 198 right now. I use to be smaller when I was a teen but that was many years ago. I am so glad I found this website of people like me!!!
I am kinda new to this site. I haent posted util today :) My surgery is scheduled for Oct. 19th. I am very excited. I am having RNY. I thought everything was moving so slow and now it seems to be zooming.
A little about me... I am short..only 4'9 and walk on crutches due to polio as a child. I weigh 198 right now. I use to be smaller when I was a teen but that was many years ago. I am so glad I found this website of people like me!!!
San Topic: RE: Please post stats
San
Good Luck...I hopw all goes well..may you be blessed...keep us updated
San