Starting My VSG Journey. Surgery Aug. 11

[Malaika 50]

So i did all my pre-admitting and labwork yesterday so i think i'm ready to go for Aug. 11th. Less than a week away! WOW!

My BIGGEST fear is that i won't loose weight. I mean i know i have to do my part and i'm VERY willing to do that but what if i'm just the fluke person who doesn't loose anything!?! Those are my biggest fears right now b/c i have been on so many diets. I have done well (lost 100 lbs) and not so well and gained it all back and i have tried every diet out there that promises weight loss and they haven't worked so here i am with all my fear hoping beyond hope that this time it will be different!

Anyone else ever had those type of fears before surgery? How did you overcome them?

I think everyone thinks they will be the one that the surgery doesn't work for and the only way to overcome the fears is to have the surgery and watch the pounds start to melt off ... some lose faster than others; however, in the long run, we'll all be losers.

The sleeve will work as long as you work with the sleeve!

[DownInSocal 12]

So i did all my pre-admitting and labwork yesterday so i think i'm ready to go for Aug. 11th. Less than a week away! WOW!

My BIGGEST fear is that i won't loose weight. I mean i know i have to do my part and i'm VERY willing to do that but what if i'm just the fluke person who doesn't loose anything!?! Those are my biggest fears right now b/c i have been on so many diets. I have done well (lost 100 lbs) and not so well and gained it all back and i have tried every diet out there that promises weight loss and they haven't worked so here i am with all my fear hoping beyond hope that this time it will be different!

Anyone else ever had those type of fears before surgery? How did you overcome them?

You are really close to surgery!

It is interesting to read about someone with different fears than mine. Mine are more morbid I guess :blushing:. It never crossed my mind that I might not lose weight. I knew if I ate less I would lose weight. It is hard to eat less when you are always hungry. With a smaller tummy you will be less hungry. I know if I could just get a little help I will lose weight and I know you will too!

This time will be different. Make sure you stick with the diet plan. Not just the mushies and such but a long term change the way you eat plan.

[Nanna509 1]

So i did all my pre-admitting and labwork yesterday so i think i'm ready to go for Aug. 11th. Less than a week away! WOW!

My BIGGEST fear is that i won't loose weight. I mean i know i have to do my part and i'm VERY willing to do that but what if i'm just the fluke person who doesn't loose anything!?! Those are my biggest fears right now b/c i have been on so many diets. I have done well (lost 100 lbs) and not so well and gained it all back and i have tried every diet out there that promises weight loss and they haven't worked so here i am with all my fear hoping beyond hope that this time it will be different!

Anyone else ever had those type of fears before surgery? How did you overcome them?

I've feared the same thing! I guess you're probably still in the hospital. Look forward to hearing about your experience. I'm having my surgery tomorrow!:lol0: Hope all went well for you.

[possum 0]

Actually... my understanding is that when we are over weight... like the rest of our body our liver becomes fatty and enlarged/ The liver is located close to the stomach.... by attempting to lose some of the fat from this organ, it is easier for the surgeon to operate...

It is similar to... as a child i was consoled that i was big boned, and that is why i was overweight... when in actual fact when you carry extra weight... your bones become bigger to support that weight....

[carolyn24seven 11]

I have the same fears. I am really worried I will gain the weight back after all the expense and trama to my husband. I diet so well. I was even in an ad. Ihave gained it all back plus. I am so afraid I will do the same again. I have not schedualed surgery because of this fear. I know there are no guarentees. I keep lurking here to see if any long term people report in. I really want to do this, I just do not want to set myself up for failure again. :sad0: my first smilies. Ha

[possum 0]

After much research, I proceeded with the sleeve gastrectomy and am now 1 week post op.

Like many on here who have had eroded bands removed there was complications.... my surgeon found a abscess on opening, and was unable to do the procedure laproscopically....he also placed a feeding tube in below my stomach.... and I had substantial swelling post op.

My recovery has been extended, however today is my last day in hospital... my temperature is normal, IV antibiotics have been ceased, feeding via the tube has been ceased, and now all I have to prove is that I can tolerated diet and fluid.....

I have to say two days ago, I wondered if I had done the right think, however today.... after my first puree meal I am sure I have..... I have had a bowl of Soup and about half a cup of puree meat and vegetables, and feel very satisfied....

This is only the beginning of my Vertical sleeve journey...... however like my surgeon I feel very positive about it.?..

[Ky.hen 5]

Possum, It is good to hear from you. I'm sorry that you had a difficult time with your surgery. It is good to hear that you are able to eat something without any problems. Keep us posted on your progress.

[Malaika 50]

Possum - sorry you had complications, but grateful you had a good surgeon who was able to catch is problems and fix them and that you are on the road to recovery. Keep us posted on how you're doing.

[mountain_lover 3]

So i did all my pre-admitting and labwork yesterday so i think i'm ready to go for Aug. 11th. Less than a week away! WOW!

My BIGGEST fear is that i won't loose weight. I mean i know i have to do my part and i'm VERY willing to do that but what if i'm just the fluke person who doesn't loose anything!?! Those are my biggest fears right now b/c i have been on so many diets. I have done well (lost 100 lbs) and not so well and gained it all back and i have tried every diet out there that promises weight loss and they haven't worked so here i am with all my fear hoping beyond hope that this time it will be different!

Anyone else ever had those type of fears before surgery? How did you overcome them?

Hello,

Have you had your surgery and how are you doing? Please let us know. I will check other postings to see if you posted your post-op recovery and how much weight you have lost since your surgery day.

[mountain_lover 3]

After much research, I proceeded with the sleeve gastrectomy and am now 1 week post op.

Like many on here who have had eroded bands removed there was complications.... my surgeon found a abscess on opening, and was unable to do the procedure laproscopically....he also placed a feeding tube in below my stomach.... and I had substantial swelling post op.

My recovery has been extended, however today is my last day in hospital... my temperature is normal, IV antibiotics have been ceased, feeding via the tube has been ceased, and now all I have to prove is that I can tolerated diet and fluid.....

I have to say two days ago, I wondered if I had done the right think, however today.... after my first puree meal I am sure I have..... I have had a bowl of Soup and about half a cup of puree meat and vegetables, and feel very satisfied....

This is only the beginning of my Vertical sleeve journey...... however like my surgeon I feel very positive about it.?..

Hello,

Please let us know how you are doing now. How has the past few weeks been going for you? Hope you are doing better!

[possum 0]

Hi, i am doing really well now, have lost nearly 10 kg now... which is about 21-22 lbs, and am back at the weight i was when i had my band removed.... enjoy the restriction i have, it just seems more normal to eat small amount and to feel satisfied, and find that eating with the sleeve is much easier than with the band

[Malaika 50]

Possum - congratulations, glad you're adjusting and enjoying.

[mountain_lover 3]

Hi, i am doing really well now, have lost nearly 10 kg now... which is about 21-22 lbs, and am back at the weight i was when i had my band removed.... enjoy the restriction i have, it just seems more normal to eat small amount and to feel satisfied, and find that eating with the sleeve is much easier than with the band

I am glad you let us know how you are doing. It is so encouaging to hear good news. I hope to have surgery soon if all goes well. Wow 21-22 lbs. is great in only 1 month. Please let us hear about your journey, story and pictures along the way. You will be a great inspiration for all of us that are waiting to have surgery. I am hoping to have my VSG surgery in about a month if the insurance gives me an approval. I wish you all the best.