Scared as hell - surgery on Wednesday

[hockeymother 178]

The day is creeping up on me and I'm scared as hell. Not of the surgery itself but afterward. What if I gulp too much Water on the first day, what if I eat the wrong thing, what if i don't chew enough, what if I can't handle the gas pain?????? So many what if's. what if I can't do this???? Did everyone feel this way?

[Creekwood 702]

The day is creeping up on me and I'm scared as hell. Not of the surgery itself but afterward. What if I gulp too much Water on the first day' date=' what if I eat the wrong thing, what if i don't chew enough, what if I can't handle the gas pain?????? So many what if's. what if I can't do this???? Did everyone feel this way?[/quote']

I didn't have these feelings but I know that MANY people do. If you gulp too much Water you will feel uncomfortable and you will remember to not do it again, you won't eat the wrong thing because you will know what you have a list of what your doc allows you to have and will strictly abide by it, you CAN handle the gas pain! Everyone has different experiences with gas pain. Some have very little and you never know how yours will be. You will walk walk walk and walk again and eventually your gas pain goes away!! You can do this!! Good luck!!! I was banded may 6th and I feel great!!!

[cat whisperer 127]

Hi there - my surgery is tomorrow, and I do have some of the same worries as you. I plan on asking lots of questions and luckily I have a pretty clear diet plan to follow for afterwards from my surgeon. As Creekwood says, we can do this - in the long run our pain and discomfort will be worth it (at least that is what I keep telling myself ) Good luck!

[AngCal 4]

My surgery his Wed also. And I do have ALL of the same fears! Ugh. I can't believe I let myself get to the point of not being able to just diet and get rid if the extra weight. I can't believe I am havin WL SURGERY!

[aufan 69]

Yes I had all these worries and the fear of surgery (never had surgery of any kind prior to LB). Banded 3/21/13.

Do u have anyone who will be with u after surgery? I had a list for my hubby of what I was concerned about and gave it to him so he knew how best to help me. For at least a few days u won't want anything but liquids. After that follow the rules laid out by the doc and take it one food at a time. Your body will tell u what it needs and what it can't tolerate.

Best to you!!!

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[hockeymother 178]

Thanks all, I am hoping for a quick recovery and no complications.

[supnicolette 12]

I was banded last Wednesday. I was scared to but the positives will always out way the negatives!! I am on day 5 of my post op and everyday gets alil easier! Remember that this is a beautiful thing and your life is only up hill from here. Feel free to send me messages, I would be happy to help in any way I can

[hockeymother 178]

Thanks so much. That means so much to me and i know I will lean on you over the next few days. And I know this is going to be great. A new life!!!!

[It'sTime 82]

Those are all normal feelings, but in the end you will be just fine.

I had my surgery this morning. I'm home already and i'm doing great. The surgery was a piece of cake compared to others I've had.

Just BE SURE to do what they tell you. If you do, not only will the fat melt off, but your pain will be managed and you'll wonder why you didn't do this a long time ago!

[Rmdaniel 30]

The day is creeping up on me and I'm scared as hell. Not of the surgery itself but afterward. What if I gulp too much Water on the first day' date=' what if I eat the wrong thing, what if i don't chew enough, what if I can't handle the gas pain?????? So many what if's. what if I can't do this???? Did everyone feel this way?[/quote']

Its going to be ok..my surgery was Thursday morning. .I too was scared as hell..not afraid of the surgery. .afraid of the after affects..I was still awake when they took me to the ooperating room..the anesthesia nurse gave me something to calm my nerves..everything was moving so fast..next thing you know I woke up in recovery...couldn't feel my other incisions only the one where the port is..I really didn't have anything to drink because my throat was bothering me..but I started everything post op day 1..best wishes to you

[Korenza 6]

I am 3 weeks post op and had ALL of the same worries! I have had a few bad days here and there, but not any thing worse than what I was already experiencing because of the weight! I did not have to follow a pre op diet and just since my surgery 4/22 I have gone down 14 lbs (never in my wildest dreams did I think possible). I havent really wanted the things I used to eat. Not sure if I have brainwashed myself for the fear of "if I do" what will happen???? I couldnt be more happy with this decision I have made. Although I do still have some concerns! I just started solid foods and now I am worried, "what can I eat? Will this make me sick" so on... From the feed back I have gotten is; every one is different and to try things even if they may not work for someone else they may be ok for you (low cal and high Protein of course) lol. Your body will let you know if you have made the RIGHT choice. I get my first fill next Monday and thats my "next" worry! Good luck you will be ok. Its almost like having your first baby...you deliver...get home..and then say to yourself..."now what"

[niters72 1]

I had surgery on March 11th. I have lost 30 pounds. I have not had a fill yet and so I haven't had any problems with drinking Water. I would make sure that you follow what your doctor's have told you and you will do fine. I get my first fill next month. Good luck!!