Starting To Freak Out...would Love Some Reassurance

[TaiDyed 59]

I am going in today to complete some final paperwork and pick up my Protein plan for the 2 week pre op diet and what will get me through the first few weeks after surgery. My anxiety level has skyrocketed. I am a lap band to sleeve revision and I do not remember feeling this unsettled or anxious when I went in for my band in 2008. I don't know if it is because the sleeve is irreversible or the idea of having yet another surgery. Whatever the case is, I am a mess. I have less than 2 weeks to make sure my desk is organized and all my work is done so nothing is impacted while I'm off for 2 weeks to recover.

I can't keep up with all the thoughts running through my brain. I've made my decision. I thought I was solid on that decision. But maybe my subconscious is second guessing myself.

Any words of comfort or even just an "attagirl" "you can do this" would be greatly appreciated. :wub:

Thanks!!

[Katie713 423]

Rest assured, this is totally normal to be nervous before surgery and maybe a part of ourselves is afraid to totally commit to the process. No going back and all that.

I worried a bit about having complications, then I thought back on previous surgeries, including 3 C-Sections, gallbladder removal, and a leg injury surgery....and all of those surgeries went well - I know that I heal well and tolerated general anethesia well, so my fears were just limiting my ablilty to go into this with a totally positive attitude.

I just started picturing myself healthy, seeing myself being wheeled out from recovery, hearing the nurses telling me that all was ok, and that is exactly how it went. Hardly any pain, able to walk up and down the halls, tolerating liquids the next day and being discharged as planned.

What you are doing is committing to your good health. YOU can do this, tap into your own well of strength and know that this is the beginning of something wonderful.

[carolc 94]

I have been so calm during this process until last week (waiting for my date) and now I am getting some butterflies.

I come here and find these wonderfully supportive people and it really does ease my mind. I know that I am behind you in this process but I am sure that you will be on here posting about how happy you are that you got it done!

Think positive thoughts and the best of luck to you!

[JenC 90]

I'm 11 days and 14lbs post op and feeling great! I can't believe how fast and what a breeze the surgery was! I did not do a revision so a litte different situation in that respect but any of the questions or anxiety I may have felt before is behind me and I'm so excited for my future! You came to the decision for many reasons and with a clear head I'm sure, before the anxiety of the "moments" before set in. You can do this! Get your desk cleared and your stuff done so you can focus on YOU during the time you've taken off for recovery. Luck to you!! :)

[TaiDyed 59]

Seriously, you have no idea how much these comments help. I am not usually an overly emotional person, but I got a little teary eyed...than you all so much. This board has been a God send.

[traceyinflorida 499]

You are going to do awesome! It is totally normal to feel nervous (although when I was about to jump out of my skin with fear in the weeks leading up to the big day, I did not know that...I thought I was just a wimp) It sounds like you have a lot to do for work leading up to surgery, so try to just focus on one step at a time. Make yourself a list and start checking off things as you do them. Keep yourself busy so you won't have time to worry. Try to schedule in some YOU time as well, to just relax.

[Webtrekker 39]

I changed my mind abou tthe surgery so often nobody could keep up. I did do it and am happy I did, you will be too. No worries it's what you need to do.

[tsmyle 65]

I trust that youll be fine. Just a little nerves.

[Mzluvee 41]

Nerves are very normal, you are preparing for a surgical procedure yes. More so a complete lifestyle change, my thoughts and prayers are with you. You will be fine!

[allnewme 262]

Still waiting on my surgery day too BUT we can do this! We will look back on this as the best thing we have ever done for ourselves one day soon!