Has anyone ever felt that surgery may not be the answer for them?

I am pre-op and I am struggling right now. Has anyone ever felt that surgery might not be the answer for them? After almost a year of researching, going to support groups, visiting this site nearly everyday I have been able to drop 40 pounds in 7 months without surgery. I am ecstatic about this, but in a strange way it makes me wonder if surgery is the answer. I am finally able to speak about my weight and the issues surrounding my weight without crying. That has literally taken years for me. This is the first time I have lost weight without starving myself. I feel like my life is changing, not just the number on the scale. My greatest fear is that the weightloss will stop and I will be too small to have surgery, but too big to be considered "average weight". I don't know what to do. My original plan was to have surgery this spring/summer. Can anyone offer some advice or guidance? I would really appreciate any comments or opinions about my situation. Warmest wishes to all and thank you for your support:-)

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