Nervous and need encouragement!

[dustinwhall 8]

Hey guys it's my first post, I had lap band in 2009 and did not lose much weight and gave up, now I am scheduled for gastric sleeve December 5th. I am a nervous wreck about the complications. Could people give me some insight on the complications or a leak and what should I expect with the sleeve and mainly any experiences or any info would be great from someone who has been there done that. The same surgeon who did my band is doing my sleeve. Thanks in advance.

[Quest4TheNewMe 225]

If your looking for those types of answers, you might want to post on the post-op side.

But welcome! I'm scheduled for November 13th.

[Susan909 52]

My surgery date is Dec 3rd. My surgeon said leaks are rare. They check for that before you leave the operating room. The key is to get all the Protein in a day that you will need after. Have you started experimenting with different brands yet?

[dustinwhall 8]

No I have not experimented with any Protein yet. I just got my surgery date today. I wasn't expecting it to be so quick. Haha. But I have anxiety issues anyway. So I always think the worst.

[Susan909 52]

Stay positive! It will help you with recovery.

[dustinwhall 8]

Thank you Susan. The good thing is my wife is having the sleeve 2 weeks after me so we can support each other. But that still don't stop the nerves

[Susan909 52]

I understand the nerves surgery is never ever fun or a walk in the park.

But I look at it as a few weeks of discomfort for a lifetime of better health and well being.

[Amy R 0]

I am getting a little nervous. Will be having gastric sleeve most likely in Feb 2014. I am going thru the preparations with nutrition, etc. When will I know I've prepared sufficiently? Thanks.

[Susan909 52]

Taking the classes I was required to take helped me understand the whole process better and reassured me it was the right thing for me.

Also being able to lose the 10% the ins co wanted was helpful. I know I can do this. Reading a ton of Info was also very helpful. Hope this helps.

[SummerWheelerchic 49]

I know this sounds repetitive but please talk to your surgeon and the social worker about your concerns. They are legit but you need to follow the professionals for the best sound advice and answer your concerns honestly and factually. I wish you well on your new journey!