Did anyone have second thoughts prior to surgery?

In search of words of wisdom. As my surgery approaches I am starting to feel like what am I about to do to my body? Do I really need to do this. What are the long term effects that I may face after. Does anyone know anyone that is 5 - 8+ years out?c

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