Pre op nerves

[nicolenathe 5]

I'm two weeks today away from my surgery date. I am so nervous it makes me sick to my stomach. I can't shake the bad feelings. I'm so proud and excited with what I have accomplished so far and am so excited to see the end results but I am so scared to be put to sleep. I keep thinking like what if I don't wake up?

[CanyonBaby 1,852]

Oh, I hope you start to feel better about this. There is no doubt that this is serious business, but if you are seriously concerned about this, you need to talk with your surgeon so he/she can explain exactly what goes on, and what you can expect. If you're a person of faith, you always have that to rely on. It carries me through EVERYTHING. And I've had 22 - TWENTY-TWO surgeries. You will have a very peaceful sleep. You will wake from that sleep without remembering anything. You will have pain. It hurts to heal. Bottom line. There is always a chance of complications, and in virtually every aspect of life there are risks.

The way I look at is this way: Yes, I can be nervous about it, by WHY not wait to be nervous until right before the event, and save myself some unnecessary stress? And by then I have realized that it is not as worrisome as I had previously thought. Hey, these guys know what they are doing, they've had how many years of experience? Who am I to question their ability at this? Do I trust my heavenly Father to bring me through this?

Good questions to ask yourself, as well. Come here for any questions, someone is bound to answer! You are NOT alone in this! Good luck to you, sweetie, and all the best...

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I haven't had as many surgeries as @@CanyonBaby, but I've had my fair share including a 4 day medically induced coma. My view is that I am relatively healthy and I've done everything to comply with the doctor's request. There is no medical reason why I wouldn't wake up. Besides I got things I wanna do!

Just practice relaxing and staying focused on what you need to do. You'll be fine.

[une nouvelle vie 327]

I really feel you. I was terrified of being put under. I know I drove everyone in my life crazy leading up to my surgery because I was 100% convinced I wasn't going to make it. I even didn't renew my AAA membership because I figured I'd die

I talked to my surgeon and asked him how many sleeve patients he'd ever lost. None. I talked to the anesthesiologist and asked how many patients he'd lost. None. I saw how this surgery has no more higher rate of mortality than any other and I started feeling better.

You're going to be better than okay. You're going to be awesome and on your way to being healthier.

[missheidi47 127]

I had my surgery Monday (3 days ago) and I was a little nervous because the last time I had surgery I was 6 and they took out my tonsils. I had never been intubated before and I just wasn't sure what to expect. I just kept reminding myself that I'm pretty healthy other than the obesity. I complied with all the surgeon's recommendations and everything went really well. I'm feeling pretty good overall. The pain was completely manageable. I took some of the prescription pain meds yesterday at noon, and a couple of doses of Children's Tylenol since then. Honestly for me the most annoying part was that my mouth was really dry and my throat was sore. Both are fine now.

I'm sure you have done your research leading up to such a big decision and you will be fine. Everything I read said that the risks of the procedure are less than the risks of obesity long-term.

Good luck!

[nicolenathe 5]

Thanks everyone. After reading all your replies I feel a little better and less stressed. ????

[Brigiter 40]

My surgery date is May 5th single mom of 3 converting from band to sleeve and very scared too

[nerkerle 18]

My surgery date is May 5th single mom of 3 converting from band to sleeve and very scared too

My date is May 6 and I'm a not single mom of 3 including two yr old twins. No support from my husband at all during this process. I'm so fearful of not having enough help with my toddlers but I gotta keep fighting. Best of luck to u!!

[natasaelias 2]

Natasa ... Hatawa

[natasaelias 2]

Natasa. ..Hatawa. hi all, I am new to this group. Today is my 2nd day if surgery

I had it yesterday. I prayed to Jesus of Praga and the virgen Mary of the Mystic Rose and it has been awesome. Some discomfort but al bearable. I was super nervous as well right before surgery. It's normal. I didn't get the hiatus hernia surgery. That would cause some pressure in your chest. I use a lot of alow breathing and exhaling. Everyone go for it and pray to Jesus with faith and all will go well. Amen

[natasaelias 2]

@nicolenathe. This is normal to feel afraid. Ask your doctor I'd they have access to the EMMI videos to help you learn about anesthesia, also practice slow deep breathe maybe get together with a yoga instructor to guide you. Pray and you will be fantastic

[JCP 619]

You have a much greater of chance of dying if you are obese and don't lose weight. I am 7 months out. It's a brand new world. I wish I had done this years ago!

[ASLEEVE4ME2015 23]

I haven't had as many surgeries as @@CanyonBaby, but I've had my fair share including a 4 day medically induced coma. My view is that I am relatively healthy and I've done everything to comply with the doctor's request. There is no medical reason why I wouldn't wake up. Besides I got things I wanna do!

Just practice relaxing and staying focused on what you need to do. You'll be fine.

. AMEN!!!!!!