Question:
Surgery was Nov 8th, then Sept 10th , then (today) Sept 4th..OMG, OMG..
Way too much to digest in such a short time. I am freaked out, excited, ready, scared. Please give me some soothing words and last minute advise.... — Debby M. (posted on August 30, 2002)
August 30, 2002
Hi Debbie, I can understand you are scared, nervous, anxious, excited, and
so on! Congrats, you are almost there! You would be nervous no matter
what date they did the surgery. But once you have it, and start losing,
you will be so GLAD they moved up your date. I am now 7 mos post-op, down
75 lbs, and feel like a new woman! I am still not thin (need to lose about
75 more to be "thin"), but I FEEL thinner, and I feel GREAT!
Every day you get stronger and stronger. The first month after surgery is
the absolute hardest, I went through a slew of emotions, anger and
resentment that I couldn't eat whatever I wanted, wondering WHY I had to do
something so drastic, severly mourned the loss of food, and the
"comfort" my head thought it provided, etc. Once I was over that
hump, and back to work, things improved and I am THRILLED that I had
surgery, wish I did it sooner. Good luck on your journey, my thoughts and
prayers will be with you!
— [Deactivated Member]
August 30, 2002
Debby, we were all nervous and questioning our decision up to the moment
they wheel you down to the operating room. But think about why you want
this surgery. Think about what led you to this decision, and what would
happen to you if you did NOT do this. Thats what I was thinking about.
Elayna is right about the first month. It sucks! So be prepared for some
adjustments as you move from all liquids to solids, from the pain of
surgery and no energy to no pain and more energy. Before you know it,
you'll be pounds lighter, more energetic, healthier, and glad you made this
decision for yourself.
— Cindy R.
August 30, 2002
HERE! DEBBY HONEY GET READY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I haven't got a date yet. As you see from my profile. I have a way to go. I
find it so reassuring to know that we no longer have to feel alone. I
know a few weeks ago I asked for a hug.
Take care and God Bless
— Aynikaye
August 30, 2002
I know exactly how you feel about your surgery being moved up because I was
called one day and asked if I could be ready in 2 weeks, and so it
happened. I was excited and scared all at the same time. I am now almost
4 weeks post op and starting to feel great. I did go through the emotional
rollar coaster as to why I did this to myself and that I was so different
now, but you will get through it as I have. I wish you a save and speedy
recovery.
— Amy C.
August 31, 2002
Good luck to you, My surgery was two weeks ago and I feel great! A little
tired, but no pain and the little bit of discomfort is completly manageble.
The three days in the hospital were the hardest because you will have a lot
of first. First walk, meal, shower. Totaly easy, just take your time.
— sadierussell
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