Gastric Sleeve Forum

**Jen888** · 02-03-2013 06:57 PM

Hi! My name is Jen and I am scared as hell..BUT, I am more scared of being obese for the rest of my life.

**Delores512** · 02-03-2013 07:00 PM

I am right there with you. I am really more scared of the issues that come with obesity. I am not a young person and when I retired in 6 or so years, I want to have more time left to enjoy the "not going to work" everyday.

**Jen888** · 02-03-2013 07:18 PM

I do understand..Im 42 with a 7 and 8 year old..I need my energy back!..

**Jen888** · 02-03-2013 07:19 PM

Have you.."been under the knife" yet? Im scheduled for Feb 28.....

**flipflopgirl** · 02-03-2013 07:45 PM

Don't be scared, I just had surgery on Friday and haven't had a single issue!!!!! Your attitude is a big part of it!!!!! I wish you well on your journey!!!!!

**Maghub6** · 02-03-2013 07:49 PM

Hang in there..I had surgery this past Wednesday..for the most part all is going well. Yes..you will be sore..that's expected but honestly the gas pain was worse for me than the incisions

if I would have stayed obese I would have faced a lifetime of complications..so that was my big motivate or! Stay strong and good luck

**Just Jean** · 02-03-2013 07:56 PM

Knowledge is power and power helps you overcome the fear. Take this time to learn everything you can about the surgery so there won't be anything left to be afraid of when you have it done.

**JennHug** · 02-03-2013 08:25 PM

Hi Jen, you are at the right place! I was sleeved on Jan 21 in Mexico. I was scared to death, trying to talk myself out of it and almost succeeding. All went just fine, and it will for you too. Your fear is normal. I suggest you surf the forums to see how others have done and what issues we all have dealth with, both before and after being sleeved. Ask all the questions you want, we all did and do....we are all here for each other, and you will find wonderful support here!! Welcome!!

**Truebody** · 02-03-2013 08:45 PM

Hi Jen - I hear you Loud and Clear and am in exactly the same place. Fatter than I want to be, fatter than I need to be and I feel utterly powerless. This forum is terrific - you get the whole procedure, warts and all.

**Kay Thompson** · 02-03-2013 09:01 PM

Welcome to the forum. I have had surgery before and everyone is different. In my case the after effect of anathesia for me is that I cough. So if you have to cough remember to clutch a pillow to your middle and it won't pull on the incisions as much. That is my little piece of advice. Also you may be scared but like you said you are more scared of being obese. Take back your life honey. Do this for you and feel good about it. This decision is going to allow you to live longer and keep you going strong for the 7 and 8 year old GRANDCHILDREN that you are going to have one day!

**cassandra** · 02-03-2013 09:13 PM

Hi,Welcome to the forum...i done been under the knife a couple of times.but this will be the first time out of the STATES..

**marilynlw** · 02-04-2013 01:12 AM

Everyone is afraid of the unknown so do your research and real the thread on here to gain as much knowledge as you can. Just go into the operation with a positive attitude knowing everything will be alright. I am a 64 year old woman with a long list of health problems and came thru without any complications. The only regret I have is that I didn't do it many years ago. Best wishes on your journey to a healthier and happier new you.

**Lynfmd** · 02-04-2013 11:38 AM

I think you have the right attitude. Just think about how seriously damaging it would be to remain obese for the rest of your life. Good for you and me for doing something about it!!!! I'm scared too but I have a great sense also of empowerment because I'm taking steps to better my life versus the alternative of doing nothing,

Best wishes,
Lynda

**qjwestover** · 02-19-2013 01:51 PM

I have my surgery feb 26th i'm very excited to start a new jouney in my life. This is an awesome site fot encouragement and advice.

**Dorian DeBose** · 02-19-2013 04:00 PM

I feel every last one of you guys. I want to get the surgery because I'm tired of yo-yo dieting, working out for months and months and months and not seeing a dent. From what I have read and researched this surgery is becoming routine, but getting it covered by insurance is a pain in the ass. Plus I like what I see with Dr. Almanza but I'm nervous about going out of the country. Someone please talk me off the ledge