Hi Folks,
First of all, I had to postpone my VGS 2 months due to logistical issues at my new job. :-(
I have been researching WLS for over a decade and have been to 3 different seminars and scouring several forums. This forum is the one I've settled on due to it's ease of use and overall more "positive" and friendly members. :-)
Anyhow, I've researched and rationalized all the concerns I've had of VSG and it's clear that it's the best path to health for me. I've gotten over the risks of the surgical procedure itself. However, I'm sharing a few of the concerns that linger...they are:
1. I have mild, occasional acid reflux/gerd. My surgeon has performed an endoscopy and said no problems identified except a very slight hiatal hernia. I'm concerned that (beyond the 1 yr post-op mark) this might worsen to the point where it was tough to manage.....or even worse... to the point of needing by-pass. (not sure how statistically likely this is)
2. While I am well aware that I will feel much better and be healthier, I'm sometimes concerned that dealing with skagging skin will be difficult/depressing. Also that my spouse might find my loose saggy skin even more unattractive than my fat belly and man boobs. :-) (my weight goal loss is 100 lbs tops)
3. I have concern about on-going difficult to supplement nutritional deficiencies after the 1 yr post-op mark. (Extra-ordinary nutritional deficiency issues). My hope is after year one I can fall back to a a good diet and a multivitamin or two.
4. Finally, I still have concerns that social/celebration/vacation/business travel events might still be awkward for me after one year post-op. I'm hoping that I will be able to comfortably adjust food-wise....also hoping that 1-2 non-carbonated alcohol beverages can be enjoyable at such events.
OK...I think that concludes my whine list.
Any thoughts or experiences with any of these?
Thanks!
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