Question:
I'VE BEEN APPROVED, BUT I AM HAVING MIXED EMOTIONS

I'M SCARED THAT MY BODY WILL NOT COOPERATE WITH ME AFTER THE SURGERY. I'M ALSO AFRAID THAT PEOPLE WILL LOOK AT ME DIFFERENTLY. FRIENDS AND FAMILY SAY THAT MY ATTITUDE SUCKS. I GUESS IT WOULD YOU TRY WALKING AROUND ON SORE KNEES AND ANKLES ALL DAY LONG AND TELL ME HOW IT FEELS TO YOU.    — catian12 (posted on January 8, 2003)

January 8, 2003
Don't worry too much!!! this is a time for happiness and not worry. You should concentrate on how GREAT things will be after and not worry too much about the bad things.
   — dkinson

January 8, 2003
Write down all the reasons you want to lose weight and carry it around with you. It will help you in those moments when you get the pre-surgery jitters. Also research research research.. the more you know the better you'll feel about your decision whatever it may be. <p> Take Care, Be Well, and Be Happy!
   — John T.

January 8, 2003
Figure everything happens for a reason and there was a reason you were approved. Think about all the others who have not been approved and how fortunate you are to have the chance to better your life. I'm sure you'll do fine.
   — Melanie N.

January 9, 2003
Cathy I know exactly how you feel. After I went for my consult and was waiting for insurance approval I have had several health problems. Even though all of the problems I developed weight contributed to them I still was not sure if I really wanted to go through with WLS. After I got my approval and then a surgery date of Feb 11, 2003 I knew this was something I had to do. I knew in the long run that even though I am relativly healthy now that it was only a matter of time before I developed high blood pressure and or diabetes, both run in my family. I know that if I want to succeed at this, I need to do this for me and no one else. Good luck and do what is right for you.
   — Marcy S.