Two Months From Today

[hippieista 12]

My surgery date is exactly two months from today and I still don't know if I am doing the right thing. Does anyone ever go into surgery with absolute confidence that they are making the right decision? I have been thinking about this and researching this for years and what pushed me over the edge was my fatty, inflamed liver. My liver enzymes were way out and when the liver biopsy was done, they found that I had stage 3 liver fibrosis with stage 4 being cirrhosis, just because I had so much fat, but because I have now lost some weight and upped my exercise, my liver enzymes are now normal. It was easy to decide when I thought my liver was rotting out, but now it is not as clear. I do have other issues, sleep apnea, diabetes, joint pain and no energy. I don't understand why all of those things don't scare me as much as the liver. Thank you for listening and good luck to all.

Peace

[AuriP 420]

I think a lot of us worry whether we are doing the right thing or not. I was nervous going in the OR, still at 2 weeks out feeling nervous for my life ahead of me. I think once all our weight related complications begin to disappear, we love what we have done. I have read from multiple people on this forum that they really love their decision at 3-6 months out from surgery.

[hippieista 12]

Thank you, AuriP.

[1NaturalLoser 20]

Fearing the unknown is quite normal. My surgery is 11/24 and I'm nervous but my excitement is greater than that nervousness. I know that this is going to be one of the best decisions of my life. For so long I've wanted to live a healthier lifestyle for myself and my young children. If I continue living in the skin I'm in, I won't be living life to the fullest. My lack of energy is slowly taking a toll on my household and I've run out of excuses as to why I never want to do anything. My family deserves more and so do I. Congrats on your surgery date and good luck on your journey!!

Edited October 20, 2014 by 1NaturalLoser

[Dabliss111114 180]

Reading what all of you have written makes me feel better about my own fears and doubts. My surgery is Nov. 11th. Like 1NaturalLoser I feel like my weight has has an impact on my family and the lives of those I care about. I look forward to the day when I can finally do the things I used to love to do, and not have to make excuses anymore. I'm very anxious and I think it's the fear of the unknown. I've read so much and heard so many things that at this point I'm trying to keep the positive and the negative information in balance. I know some people have bad experiences, and that's a reality, but I believe that the positives outway the negatives.

We're all in this together, and keeping in touch will help all of us succeed.

[hippieista 12]

Y'all are a great group and this is what I needed. My weight does impact my family even when I try not to let it. I just don't have the energy or desire to go. Our lives are going to change.

[Dabliss111114 180]

Thanks Auri P. You are an inspiration. My surgery is exactly 3 weeks from today. I'm ready........I think.....

[puttingme1st 143]

My surgery is in the morning. I started the journey last year but stopped because I did not feel comfortable with the doctor I first picked. Fast forward 7 months later and I found an amazing surgeon that I have complete confidence in. I have diabetes, sleep apnea, hbp and fatty liver. I am doing this to not only change my life, but to save my life. I'm a little nervous about surgery but no regrets with my decision. Good luck to you!