Jeanne56 22 Posted February 22, 2017 My surgery is tomorrow and along with being excited to start this phase of my life, I'm also terrified of everything that can go wrong...including failure and health issues or even death from surgery. Are these feelings normal? 4 AllysonB, gjb2017, MowryRocks and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSQuebec 17 Posted February 22, 2017 Normal, yes. But don't sweat it. I had a sleeve done 1 year ago. I was 67. I have since lost over 100 pounds and I am in the best health I have been in 40 years. All my numbers (BP, BMI, and others all normal. No type 2 diabetes, no sore knees. Life is better. Good luck to you. 7 dvmp61, Grerchen57, Vivian Krueget and 4 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeanne56 22 Posted February 22, 2017 Thank you so much for reply I g and sharing your success. After looking through the posts I was surprised at the low wt losses and backsliding. I want/need to practice mindful eating going forward and your success is proof it can be done. 2 dvmp61 and gjb2017 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSQuebec 17 Posted February 22, 2017 Certainly one has to still watch the diet even after surgery. The sleeve is a tool, not the cure. That being said, although my head tells me I am hungry, I can't eat much. So the intake is restricted. But you still have to moderate your diet some and watch what you eat. I have seen some cases where some weight has returned. So far for me I am steady (maybe fluctuate 2-3 pounds or so, up & down). Seems after 1 year the loss part is pretty much over. Now in maintenance. Like i said, for now don't stress. Get past the surgery, recover and then follow your instructions. 4 gjb2017, AllysonB, RoseinAZ and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MowryRocks 679 Posted February 22, 2017 Normal - Absolutely. I cried when they wheeled me back because I was so scared. 4 MONTHS LATER...totally worth the risk. 6 dvmp61, RoseinAZ, Bobiej and 3 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeanne56 22 Posted February 22, 2017 People I've read about and people I know also had the surgery. Most have had great success but a few backtracked. After getting the surgery behind me, that is my biggest fear...going through all this and not being successful. I have a lifetime of bad habits that have led to these 293 lbs that I need to battle. My son is also morbidly obese and I want to be an inspiration to him, as well. 4 gjb2017, dvmp61, Grerchen57 and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllysonB 18 Posted February 23, 2017 18 hours ago, Jeanne56 said: My surgery is tomorrow and along with being excited to start this phase of my life, I'm also terrified of everything that can go wrong...including failure and health issues or even death from surgery. Are these feelings normal? Wishing you a quick and easy recovery. By now you have had your surgery and it will be all up hill from here. A new journey in life. Very exciting. Hope your doing well. 2 gjb2017 and dvmp61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jabh 10 Posted February 23, 2017 I know your surgery well be successful. Would love to hear from you. My surgery is Monday and I have those same feelings and also 61 years young! 2 gjb2017 and carlychloe2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sugarnspice 150 Posted February 23, 2017 Good luck !!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSQuebec 17 Posted February 23, 2017 Good luck to all us over 60 folks. Here is to a long, slim, healthy life after surgery 4 RoseinAZ, carlychloe2, ProudGrammy and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeanne56 22 Posted February 25, 2017 I know your surgery well be successful. Would love to hear from you. My surgery is Monday and I have those same feelings and also 61 years young!I made it through surgery and at back home with my beloved dog, sipping the always constant Water and even doing some laundry:) last night was really rough but its amazing how well I feel now. I still have some very manageable pain from surgery and gas. To be truthful, the worst part of last night was my bum shoulder aching from lying on my back. Now, my worst moments are getting down my crushed meds. But...its all part of the journey and something I'm thrilled to share with all the wonderful ppl on this site! 3 Grerchen57, CharlyScott and RoseinAZ reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jabh 10 Posted February 25, 2017 Congrats! So happy to hear you're doing well. Helps me feel better. Lets keep in touch[emoji4] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeanne56 22 Posted February 27, 2017 Congrats! So happy to hear you're doing well. Helps me feel better. Lets keep in touch[emoji4]How did you make out with surgery? Pls respond when you feel up to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jabh 10 Posted February 27, 2017 Had my surgery 13 hours ago. Feel pretty good some slight pain but managed with tylenol. Very tired but up walking and waiting yo grt rid of the gas. As of now only burbing. Looking forward to going home tomorrow. ? 2 AllysonB and gjb2017 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carlychloe2 106 Posted February 27, 2017 My surgery is tomorrow and along with being excited to start this phase of my life, I'm also terrified of everything that can go wrong...including failure and health issues or even death from surgery. Are these feelings normal? I understand your fear completely. I am 58 and going for my last consult with the surgeon on 3/3. I am a low BMI, however hbp, gerd, sleep apena, and pre diabetic. I will be having rny because of gerd. I originally want the sleeve but not willing to chance the gerd that can follow sleeve surgery. Its really scary as time grows closer. One cant help but think, am I trading some health issues for other, different types of health issues. Im gonna see how it goes with the surgeon on friday. Best of luck to you. Keep us posted ok?? 1 gjb2017 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
