Nervous Nellie

[Desperate]

Ten days and counting, however I have become very apprehensive in the last two days. I have been looking forward to this day for five months. I am on the edge and need facts and encouragement.

[Tammy64]

Welcome...you have come to the right place for comfort both pre-op and post-op, many of the folks here have been exactly where you are today. Do not hessitate to ask any questions or post any topic you want to discuss...We are here for you. Best of luck on your New Journey...

[dlc]

We all go through the cold feet syndrom. It is a big step in our lives and a really big adjustment to make. I'm sure you will do just fine. Prayers to you and keep us posted.

[BBARB]

It is normal, thinks about the reasons borught you here, focus on your goal and be proud

[denisejuicyfriut]

sending you so much encouragement desperate remember you need your tool and read all the storys from them who have inspired us all great not long super new you on the way

[Sunflower]

You v=can do it! What a great gift you're giving to yourslef!

[tammy3]

Such an exciting time but scary too. I did the same thing the few days before mine. Calm down and take a deep breath. It is tough in the beginning but you will feel better. Hang in there and keep talking. Your Dr will be there if you need him too.

[denisejuicyfriut]

tammy3 great words of wisdom very encouraging lol iv just fixed my spellings

[Desperate]

Had some issues with Dr. St. Laurent and was forced to find a new surgeon. I call my first choice, Dr. Sherman Yu and was able to get an appointment on my second call. My surgery was performed on September 24, 2012, my weight reached 318 lbs., on surgery day I weighed 288 lbs., I now weigh 244 lbs., and thrilled with Dr. Yu, who is the greatest. I had no pain after surgery (single incision surgery) and required no pain medicine, however, I was sick to my stomach for four days, after that it has been smooth sailing. I ride my recumbent trike six miles every other day and I am quickly getting back to my active self.

[Joanne1958]

Hi NervousNellie,
Congrats on your decision to start living. I think its pretty normal to be scared and apprehensive. I know Iam I have surgery the 17th of Dec. It will all be worth it in the end! God Bless and Best of Luck!!

[Desperate]

Hi Joanne 1958,
This will be the best gift you will ever give yourself! For me I am no longer embarrassed by my physical appearance, I have moved out of my cave and rejoined my family, we had a great thanksgiving and my family was amazed at my appearance, energy and involvement with the family. I was terrified prior to my surgery, and can now tell you it was a cake walk and would do it again tomorrow.

[Joanne1958]

Now you can change your name from Desperate to Living Again!!! Congrats to you on your weight loss and your new lease on life! I am thrilled when I hear that people would do it all over again. Thank you for sharing with me every positive ccomment I read makes me more excited. You didn't have any complications? Energy levels really do soar? Did you have any co-morbidities? I have diabetes, high blood pressure and fatty liver am hoping to get rid of all of these with this surgery! Thank you so much!

[Scutles]

I am scared too! I am 41 years old and I have had many surgeries (gallbladder, 2 csection, double mastectomy, tram flap reconstruction, craniotomy to remove brain tumor) I have went through chemo and over 120+ treatments of radiation and I am still scared... But I know if I don't lose this weight my chances of my cancers coming back are more than 80% higher... And I have an amazing husband and 3 wonderful children I need to be here for. My husband is really concerned with me doing this, but after both my breast cancer oncologist and brain cancer oncologist approved it and advised him it would lessen my chance of recurrence hat I think he is feeling a little bit better

[Joanne1958]

Oh honey this will be a walk in the park compared to what you have already been through. The good Lord has lots of plans for you to do! You are beautiful!
God Bless You and Best of Luck..Keep me posted!

[Scutles]

Thank if you need to talk I am here... My surgery is scheduled for Monday 12/3.... I will keep you updated on how it goes! I believe to try and think positive !