NickiNoo33

I weigh 280lbs am 5' 6", and just 33. I hate what I look at, I dont own a mirror, I despise them..well whats looking back anyway and while I know that this band isnt a miracle cure, I also know its the beginning of a new life. One full of self esteem, energy and a full and long life. So, why when I am just 2 days away from my pre op assessment (not even a date yet?) am I so nervous. So many questions? Can anyone give me some advice I have the list of the usual but am sure there some out of there that I havent thought of!! How much weight can I expect to lose in the first few months following surgery, I have nightmares that I lose it too quickly and have acres (yes acres!!) of sagging skin!!! I just dont know what to expect and I know what the Dr will help will some of my questions but I would love to hear some success stories and any advice anyone can give...thank you, I am looking forward to chatting with you all over our journey!! :biggrin:

Its mad...all these emotions in one hit. I have got the obesity Nurse in the morning and the consultant in the afternoon. I just want it done!! I am so impatient :thumbup: I was told within 18 weeks but seeing as I have been waiting 16 weeks to get this appointment I dont think it will be, that doesnt bother me the waiting, its the anticpation I struggle with. Any hints or tips you could give, with all the best will in the world unless my surgeon has one himself (and his blurb doesnt suggest it) he cant explain to me the ups and downs that somebody who has gone through it can. Any major donts that you have come across, sorry for so many questions but I wanna be prepared read so much but as yet havent come across anyone who has had it done...thank you