Question:
Does anyone know personally someone that died after sergury?

I have a friend that died 1 day post-op and a co-worker that is still in critical condition 2 1/2 weeks post-op. I can't believe this is a commom thing. Am I lucky or is God trying to tell me something? I am not trying to freak anyone out but I have to settle this in my mind or I can't go on. Please, someone help!    — Dixie E. (posted on August 26, 2000)

August 26, 2000
I too have noticed more on the memorial sight. I'll be having wls at the end of Oct. Afraid, somewhat but more afraid of having a stroke or a heart attack before i get the chance on the table. I'm not a religious fanatic but i do believe and trust in God and it's all in the plan of my life. hang tight and God speed janis the va. girl
   — janis T.

August 26, 2000
Fear of death seems pretty natural before any major surgery. You've just got to keep this fear in perspective. This surgery is no more dangerous than any other major surgery. Prior to my surgery, I had constant panic attacks. I would jump out of bed in the middle of the night in a cold sweat. I was always positive that my obesity was going to kill me. I was sure that any chest pain was a heart attack coming on. I felt myself becoming a prisoner of my own fears. For whatever reason, when I decided to have surgery, I stopped being afraid. Since my surgery May 1, I haven't had a panic attack. I no longer worry about death. I think about living. I think your fears are perfectly legitimate, but don't let them prevent you from making a life-saving decision. Good luck!
   — Maxine E.