Question:
Any regrets?!

Hi, I'm new here. I just scheduled my surgery date and now I'm feeling very nervous! I'd like to know what regrets people have? I'd like to know about the various ups and downs, etc.... Thanks.    — shelby M. (posted on August 11, 2005)


August 11, 2005
At over 4 years out my only regret is not having WLS earlier. Best decision I ever made!
   — bob-haller

August 11, 2005
Almost 3 years out,, best thing I've ever done for myself, well that and quiting smoking 4 years ago also. Good luck to you
   — Amy Hoffman

August 11, 2005
2 years out next month and can truly say I've never had a single regret. I'm feel like I'm really living for the first time ever! I believe the key is to learn as much as you can BEFORE you have the surgery then just make up your mind that you are going to do exactly what you have to do to make this a success. Make a lifetime plan and follow the plan, including what you will do if you start drifting into old habits. Congrats on your surgery date. I wish you the best.
   — scbabe

August 11, 2005
My only regret is not insisting upon being transected. I could kick myself.
   — RebeccaP

August 11, 2005
The only regret I have is that I didn't do it sooner!!!
   — sunkissed kid

August 11, 2005
Well I haven't had any energy since wls. (But I'm the rare exception with this). However even with that, my regret is that I spent so many years STARVING and trying every fad diet (and pills) out there. "Those were wasted years." I wish I had done this in my mid to late 20's instead of at 43. That is what I truely regret.
   — Danmark

August 11, 2005
If I had the opportunity to do over again. I
   — Cindy R.

August 11, 2005
The only 'regret' I have about my WLS is that I didn't learn about the DS the first time I looked into WLS. If I had, I would have gone ahead with surgery a couple of years sooner! My DS is the best thing I've ever done. Not only has it taken 155 pounds of me (so far---I'm still losing at 20 months out), it's given me back my joy in life.
   — MsBatt

August 11, 2005
I ditto the rest, only regret is not doing it sooner.. Best of luck to you, I love my brand new life.
   — Kathy S.

August 11, 2005
No regrets here. Only regret is that I didn't do it sooner. Only 6 months out and have not had a single complication. Down 100lbs. WooHoo.
   — Jose C.

August 11, 2005
Hi, 10 + years out and no regrets! 207lbs lost. Just Keep looking forward-no looking back. Cheryl
   — molly1226

August 11, 2005
Hi Shelby, The only regrets that I have is that I used to like drinking liquids fast and now you can't, and now I am having gall bladder problems only 3 1/2 mos out. But on the flip side, I have lost 81 lbs in just 3 1/2 mos out!!! Good luck with you surgery, and everyone gets nervous after the date is finally set. Stormy 346/265/151
   — Stormy71

August 11, 2005
I ditto what everyone else said and just wanted to add that it is very healthy that you are feeling nervous about your date. I would like to also say that now is the time to start learning all that you can about your PO life. Surf, surf this site or others for info. Learn what you can about the complications so you are aware of what may be happening to you if in the event that something goes wrong. Don't sugar coat this surgery, it is a complicated surgery especially for an obese person to have anesthesia. Get all your PO liquids, vitamins or foods ready for when you are home from the hospital. Get a good home support system in place now, someone or several people that you can count on. You will do fine. Good luck.
   — ChristineB

August 11, 2005
Best wishes on your wls! I wish I had had mine earlier in my life! I remember waking up from surgery and for a split second though OH gosh, what did I do...lol But as the days wore on I was up walking and got stonger, and it is GREAT!
   — PhyllisM

August 12, 2005
WLS isn't always easy, but I don't know a person that isn't glad they had it done. I certianly am glad! Its given me a healthy chance at life!
   — LVTracy

August 12, 2005
I am 10 weeks post-op and I have taken off 50 pounds, I have stopped taking three glucose control meds, two blood pressure meds and one cholesteral med. I do seem to be having a little more depression but I am trying to counter that with more exercise. I am not taking anything for it yet. My problem is that I hate seeing and feeling my scar from the open RNY surgery and I am starting to second guess myself. Sometimes I get to thinking that I could have done this without the surgery but all I have to do is look at my weight history for the last 15 years. I was gaining 10-20 pounds a year in spite of all diet and exercise efforts and there was no way I could reverse the trend for more than a month. I do have to pay close attention to getting enough protein and water and I spend more energy/time planning my eating activities but I was doing some of that before surgery. I am so much more healthy and good looking. It was a painfull surgery (what surgery isn't?) but it has been well worth it. Best Wishes, Rich
   — Richard S.

August 12, 2005
I'm only 3 weeks out and know I've made the right decision; I've always felt that way from the time I made up my mind and wasn't at all nervous about surgery. However, I must admit soon after I woke up at the hospital I did have to wonder what I got myself into and why I didn't try a diet one more time. I quickly decided that there was no going back and I would feel better later. I did! 27 pounds lost in first 2 weeks!
   — Jenny X.

August 12, 2005
I'm 5 months out and down 75lbs. I for one minute do not regret having this surgery. Two days ago I went shopping I thought "groan!! Nothings's gonna fit." Imagine... I fit into size 14 now. Unbelievable. I had hardly any compications. The worst was dealing with the old food demons, and completely changing the way I eat/excersize. There were days of real depression wondering, "what have I done?" That is normal so is the way you feel now. I was terrified but I am so glad I did it. Good luck... you'll do fine!
   — bettya

August 12, 2005
I'm VERY glad you asked this. I'm in the same boat. My surgery on 8/22/05. I have decided that this is got to be like pre-wedding jitters. I feel exactly the same way you do. I was glad to read so many positive responses. Thanks again and feel free to email me if you want. [email protected]
   — jani204

August 12, 2005
I'm glad that you asked. My only regrets was I wished that I had WLS sooner. I wish you the best of luck. 342/218/185
   — Stacie B.

August 12, 2005
hi i was really a different person not nervouse at all i was so excited and happy that people thought i was nuts they thought i was suppose to be scared but i wasnt goodluck to you and write me sometimes love to hear from you
   — ROSEMARY A.

August 13, 2005
I have regrets, but it comes and goes. I am 20 mos. out and have been having a very difficult time with low blood sugar crashes, which is a direct result from wls. more info on that at http://my.webmd.com/content/article/109/109105.htm there are various things that wls can cause due to the rapid weight loss. Malabsortion, hairloss, hernias, etc. Do your homework thoroughly. But I would be lying if I said I did'nt sometimes regret it. I did this to be healthier and live longer...not to look better. So when I developed other health issues from wls it was/is very frustrating. WLS is NOT the answer for everyone. Diane
   — ExtremeCaution

August 13, 2005
my only regret is the years I lost to morbid obesity and not being able to live life to the fullest. I am so much healthier now. And looking good is a big bonus. Bought a size 6 dress today. I would be lying if I said it was always easy, but it is a hell of a lot easier than living the life of a 4'11" 260 pound heart attack waiting to happen.
   — **willow**

August 13, 2005
none!
   — ricky

August 13, 2005
Well that is normal to be nervous. What person in there right mind thinks surgery is normal. What ever surgery you have. I was nervous to, but I knew the doctor was good at what he does and does many of these things. Do what your doctor tells you and you will be fine. The only regret is I listened to the horror stories and was really nervous. I just regret waiting so long and not having the surgery sooner. I had my surgery June 8, 2005, 77 pounds lighter and feeling 100% better. Guess what, I am still losing. You will do fine, this is a good web site for encouragement. Stick with it, it will give you strength. Phillipians 4:13 - I can do all things with Jesus Christ who strenghthens me. Try God he also will give you strength and also pray for God to give your surgeon strength and guidance, it works. Good luck, I will be praying for you also.
   — Kevin R.

August 15, 2005
Hey There --- Surgery date was 3/3/03 --- My standing joke is I haven't been hungry since 3/3/03!! That is a GOOD thing !!! I do not regret my surgery and would do it again in a heartbeat --- I am not saying I haven't had "issues" , but when you go from 263# - 115# and size 24 to 4------ it surely makes it worth it !!!!!! GOOD LUCK TO YOU !!!!!!!!! -----K
   — Kewpidoll

August 16, 2005
I had surgery 12/16/04....I am in my 8th month post op. I am just now feeling it has all been worth it! I am into a size 12 pants, MEDIUM tops, SMALL scrubs at work---and feeling great. Until about a month ago- I had alot of vomiting as I tried new foods. It is part of the process. But just think how you feel about yourself now- and how it will feel to NOT be fat. The surgery itself( if it is a lap) was a piece of cake. I had NO pain. Went home on the 3rd morning post op. The eating after the liquid diet is rough....But you will survive and HEY!---lose weight -melting like a snowman in the hot Florida sun!!!!
   — Dec16-04

August 17, 2005
Any regrets, at first yes, I hated the Dr for doing this to me and I couldnt eat my comfort food. But now after 4 years, not 1 regret!!! I wish I would of did it sooner before I turned thirty, I can honestly say that the last 3 years have been the best of my life!!! I left my significant other that I honestly figured out that I settled for because I was fat, now I found someone that loves me REALY LOVES ME!!! I have never been this happy. So good luck in what ever you do, and yes we should be very proud of our selves because we had the strength to do what we did... So everyone should pat them selves on the back for this.
   — Lisa J.

August 19, 2005
Honestly, my only regret was that I didn't do it sooner. :)
   — Vicki B.




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