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I have gone through all my insurance and surgeon requirements. Spent many, many hours researching the surgery and have been dead set on getting it. Now that I finally have my date (May 20), it feels like it just sunk in. Started having a panic attack, which hasn't happened in a long time. I know the odds are completely in my favor as it relates to complications due to surgery. I've had surgery once before on an emergency basis, so having a scheduled surgery where I now sit and know what awaits in less than two weeks leaves me very anxious. I know I'll get through it, but I can see why people back out after jumping through all the hoops to get approval.

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those feelings are all completely normal, but for me I can say it was totally worth pushing through! let us know how it goes for you.

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It's a major change. It should be scary, akin to starting a new job, or getting married.

You have a couple of weeks to start trying out Protein drinks (try Isopure Clear, not to everyone's taste but it does get you 40g of Protein while you are on clear liquids). Walk a bunch. It helps with the nerves and gets you in better shape. Feed your spiritual side: http://www.amazon.com/Emotional-First-Aid-Kit-Practical/dp/0976852659

And finally get a vision of what is to come: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/195065-you-know-you-lost-weight-when/

(You will love being able to cut your toenails without planning...trust me) Good luck.

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I appreciate the encouragement @@Christinamo7 and @@OKCPirate !

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It's OK to feel nervous. You got this!!

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I have gone through all my insurance and surgeon requirements. Spent many, many hours researching the surgery and have been dead set on getting it. Now that I finally have my date (May 20), it feels like it just sunk in. Started having a panic attack, which hasn't happened in a long time. I know the odds are completely in my favor as it relates to complications due to surgery. I've had surgery once before on an emergency basis, so having a scheduled surgery where I now sit and know what awaits in less than two weeks leaves me very anxious. I know I'll get through it, but I can see why people back out after jumping through all the hoops to get approval.

I've had scheduled surgery before and I'm STILL flipping out, lol! Mine's the 16th, so really close, and believe you me I'm a nervous wreck. This is a HUGE undertaking we're doing! I've looked into WLS on and off for years, finally sucked it up and went to a seminar last year, started the program in December, jumped through all those hoops like you, and here I am. I find these forums amazingly comforting and a wonderful source of support. We have GOT this! *hugs*

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