Question:
My surgery is in 16 days. Everyone keeps asking me if I am nervous but I'm not. I am
more excited. However the more I am asked the more nervous I get. I guess my question is what is the normal feeling this close to surgery? — vbs239 (posted on December 3, 2006)
December 2, 2006
It is perfectly normal to feel nervous and anxious before surgery. I
didn't tell many people I was having the surgery to avoid the questions.
As it gets closer you will feel more and more nervous as well as excited.
You should be eating healthy now and getting ready to shrink your liver as
well as get in as much exercise as possible. Good luck!
— Sheri A.
December 2, 2006
It is very normal to be excited about your surgery. Then get more nervous.
I was totally fine, excited about mine and just like you the more people
asked me about it, the more nervous i became. I didn't tell too many people
about it though until the day or so before because i knew i would get
comments like "you really don't need that do you?" I did need it
not for the weight loss but for my health. I was going down hill fast and
now i'm doing great. My surgery was Sept 18, 06 and i've lost almost 50
lbs. You'll do great if you want to talk or anything, you can email me
directly at jan0859 on yahoo.
Good luck....
— jan0859
December 2, 2006
Ditto on the above. Although, I did have reservations once being prepared
for surgery. My doctor did tell me that he would come in right before
surgery and let me know what was going to happen and if I had questions or
concerns he would answer them or if I wanted to back out it would be fine.
Once I saw him and he let me know how things were going to go I was fine
and had no reservations whatsoever. Head and chin up, and ask those people
why they would ask or say such a thing when all you want is positive
comments. It works every time.
— 1968 Loser
December 2, 2006
Normal for everyone is different. I was not nervous about my surgery - I
was very excited. When I physically got in the room in they were prepping
me .. that's when I started to have a panic attack. Everyone is different.
— Nicki F.
December 3, 2006
I am 8 days out from surgery. I KNOW exactly what you are going through.
I too, have not told a lot of people, I have told my friends and family.
Those that I know support me and they all know how much happier and better
I am going to feel. I am doing this for not anything but my health. Don't
listen to everyone, because I am also excited and can't wait, what makes us
nervous is the unknown. Don't sweat what others think or say.....it's all
about YOU!!!!!
— Diane C.
December 3, 2006
I felt the same way you did. I tried to get this surgery approved for 2
years, if I didn't know the risks by now I figured I shouldn't be having
the surgery. I was wheeled into the operatating room still feeling excited
and confident that my surgeon knew what she was doing. So whatever it is
you feel when you get closer to your date it has to come from deep inside
you. Good luck to you and hope all goes well!!!!!
— deiben
December 3, 2006
Hey Susan... first of all, congratulations on your upcoming surgery. You
will not regret the decision that you have made. I, too, was not nervous
the many months, weeks and even days leading up to the surgery. I began to
get nervous when I checked into the hotel close to the hospital the night
before. I still wasn't really "nervous" when I got there. But,
I had this surreal feeling as I was waiting to go into the operating suite,
about "this is really happening". Then I got nervous, but the
anesthesiologist was great and then seeing my surgeon put me at ease. The
drugs didn't hurt either.. LOL.. Right now, just focus on exercising as
much as you can... this will jack up your metabolism and help you lose even
more weight after the surgery. Also, focus on the liquid diet right now.
It will help shrink your liver, thus making it easier for the surgeon and
more likely that you will have the surgery laparoscopically. Good luck and
happy holidays... keep us updated on your progress.....
— Kari_K
December 3, 2006
it is perfectly normal to be both anxious and scared. im only 5 days post
op and i remember before the surgery i was sooo scared and started to cry
when they told me they were ready for me. but, u know what, i got through
it. at the hospital, i gained 10lbs i guess because of all the meds and
fluids they were feeding me, but since ive been home since thursday, ive
lost 14lbs. and beleive me, after surgery u will feel alot of pain. im
still feeling some pain but it does get better with each passing day. good
luck and just remember, do everything ur told to do by ur doctor.
— flyerschik77
December 3, 2006
I wasn't nervous until the day before my surgery, then it hit me. I left
notes for those I cared about, "just in case," but then I
remembered that I had a really great surgeon. I also had a bunch of people
praying for me. The morning of my surgery I was suddenly extremely calm.
That was in May of 2004. All went well, I lost about 150 pounds, went from
a size 26 to a 6/8 and have enjoyed being so very healthy since then. So it
is normal to be nervous and anxious, but remember to meditate or pray to
try to calm your nerves. And know that it is normal so try not to let it
stress you out too much. I believe it was, for me, the best decision I have
ever made in my life. Best wishes for health and happiness.
— djfoz
December 3, 2006
Hi Susan. My problem was just the opposite!! Everyone kept asking me if
I was excited, but I was scared and nervous more than excited! All of
these feelings are valid and normal and you will probably go through phases
of each. Be kind and patient with yourself. Talking to others, a support
group, online forums, all will help as your time gets closer. Good luck!
— Patricia R.
December 3, 2006
Congradulations on your upcoming surgery. I was so excited waiting for
mine too. Everyone around me was nervous than I was. The weekend before
mine was when I had my case of the jitters. I knew I was going to go
through with it no matter what but I was scared. The morning of my surgery
I woke up very calm and at peace. I left myself in the hands of a God and
a great surgeon. I had my surgery on October 25, 06 and I am down 48
pounds. Good luck and God bless
— Nicole S.
December 3, 2006
"Normal"? That IS always relative and is such a personal
thing...I had my surgery done in July and was NEVER nervous before, during,
or after! Other people were more worried and concerned than I ever was! I
did a lot of research beforehand and knew what I was getting into and what
the risks were et al~I just made sure I did what my surgeon asked and did
just fine...:O) NO pain and was home the next morning! I've lost over
100lbs. since last June and still have a way to go to reach goal~Keep
Enjoying and being excited about the good life you have waiting for you!
Tirana Trish
— zoeysgrami
December 4, 2006
Hi, and congrats on your surgery. I was NOT nervous before the surgery. I
felt it very important to "psyche" myself up before the surgery
and to rid myself of any nervous and/or negative thoughts. Of course I did
take all preparations necessary in case there were complications or life
and death decisions to be made...my family was very supportive and I knew
what I was getting myself into. I believe a person's state of mind has a
lot to do with their healing process and outlook on life. I suggest you
feed your brain positive messages and affirmations, even after the surgery.
Don't let anyone bring you down, and talk yourself through any fears you
may be having. I wish you success!~~UTE_NDN
— utendn
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