When can we stop being fearful of leaks?

[lwilliams65 102]

Well Dr. Luna said that in most cases people that end up with leaks, get them between 2-4 weeks and the risk lessens everyday so that was a relief to hear

[jobyro 9]

My doctor said my chance for a leak goes down significantly even after 1 week.

[lwilliams65 102]

My doctor said my chance for a leak goes down significantly even after 1 week.

Well that's really good. I thought that the symptoms aren't shown right away though so can't you have a leak and not know for a while? Why do people even get leaks? I know you can get them from eating too early but is that the only way?

[1happyloser2b 39]

I am so afraid!!! I am almost ready to say forget it!!! Maybe it's better to get the Bypass instead!!! I am waiting for insurance approval!!! I can see myself crying in the pre-op saying "I don't know!!!" Did any of you want to say FORGET IT!!!!

[lwilliams65 102]

I am so afraid!!! I am almost ready to say forget it!!! Maybe it's better to get the Bypass instead!!! I am waiting for insurance approval!!! I can see myself crying in the pre-op saying "I don't know!!!" Did any of you want to say FORGET IT!!!!

Bypass is scarier cos they have to re route your intestines :/ it is scary but you have to ask yourself if the low percent risk of a leak is worth it. To me it was because obesity causes a lot more problems and risks then maybe a leak. Hang in there and make the best choice for you. Everyone is different

[pianomom 34]

Wanting to say, "Forget it" is a normal feeling, especially as the time for the surgery draws near. I must have asked my husband fifty times if he really thought I should do this! Once you have the surgery, you will know you made the right decision. It will take a while but once you are 8-9 weeks out, you will be exercising at the gym and eating "normal" foods, just smaller quantities. You will actually feel normal again! Just follow everything exactly that your surgeon tells you to do and you will be fine! Best wishes!