BrittanyV0305 2 Posted January 6, 2018 Hello everyone! I am new to the forum and new to the whole scene. I had my initial consultation with my surgeon on 1/2. I scheduled my appt for 4/24 and I am terrified. I know this is something I need to do and I feel silly being nervous this far in advance but I struggle talking about it with friends and family. I am still keeping it a secret from most people. I know I am doing the right thing I'm just scared. Thanks for listening. I hope I am not alone and this is all normal!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mommy14895 17 Posted January 6, 2018 Hello everyone! I am new to the forum and new to the whole scene. I had my initial consultation with my surgeon on 1/2. I scheduled my appt for 4/24 and I am terrified. I know this is something I need to do and I feel silly being nervous this far in advance but I struggle talking about it with friends and family. I am still keeping it a secret from most people. I know I am doing the right thing I'm just scared. Thanks for listening. I hope I am not alone and this is all normal!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile appMy surgery went great, it is hard sometimes not depending on food for comfort. But the weight loss is so worth it! I did not have any trouble just do what the dr says to do!! Good luck Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Rainbow_Warrior reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrittanyV0305 2 Posted January 6, 2018 Thank you! I went to a support group though the hospital I am using and every one says to was the best choice they have ever made. I am just nervous because at 27 it is hard to make a choice that alters the rest of your life.Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleevedin2018 41 Posted January 6, 2018 Thank you! I went to a support group though the hospital I am using and every one says to was the best choice they have ever made. I am just nervous because at 27 it is hard to make a choice that alters the rest of your life.Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile appHey Brittany, I’ll start off by saying I’m also 27, and having my surgery on January 17th (currently on preop diet). I can relate to your comment about making such a life changing decision so young. I grappled with that immensely and at the end of the day I had to choose between continuing on my barrage of failed diets, failed lifestyle changes, etc, or to do something permanently to help me avoid getting prematurely ill or dying young. I have only one health complication, high cholesterol, but I’m now borderlining high BP as well. I know that if I keep going the way I’m going, I will be having a triple bypass by the age of 40; and that’s if I survive any sudden and/or catastrophic health issues. I had to look at this surgery as a preventative life saving measure. I know it’s hard at 27 to think we are changing the course of our lives (along with our anatomy) permanently, but it’s a positive change. I have not heard anyone say they regret the sleeve, and many members here will tell you they were scared too, but after doing it, they wish they had done it sooner. I wish you all the best on your journey to making peace with your decision. It’s a roller coaster of emotions but it’s important you determine why you’re opting to do the surgery and how it can help you long term. Happy to support you if you need anything. You’ve got this [emoji1377] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Losingit2018 1,170 Posted January 6, 2018 You are young. The good news is that being young means that you will heal fairly quick. If you have struggled with weight loss and your BMI is high, you are being smart by getting your weight under control now. I wish that I would have done it when I was younger. Hang in there and keep coming here for support. You will be just fine. 1 sleevedin2018 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrittanyV0305 2 Posted January 6, 2018 Hey Brittany, I’ll start off by saying I’m also 27, and having my surgery on January 17th (currently on preop diet). I can relate to your comment about making such a life changing decision so young. I grappled with that immensely and at the end of the day I had to choose between continuing on my barrage of failed diets, failed lifestyle changes, etc, or to do something permanently to help me avoid getting prematurely ill or dying young. I have only one health complication, high cholesterol, but I’m now borderlining high BP as well. I know that if I keep going the way I’m going, I will be having a triple bypass by the age of 40; and that’s if I survive any sudden and/or catastrophic health issues. I had to look at this surgery as a preventative life saving measure. I know it’s hard at 27 to think we are changing the course of our lives (along with our anatomy) permanently, but it’s a positive change. I have not heard anyone say they regret the sleeve, and many members here will tell you they were scared too, but after doing it, they wish they had done it sooner. I wish you all the best on your journey to making peace with your decision. It’s a roller coaster of emotions but it’s important you determine why you’re opting to do the surgery and how it can help you long term. Happy to support you if you need anything. You’ve got this [emoji1377] Thank you SO much! I went to support groups and everyone is older than me. It is nice to hear from someone my age! I appreciate the kind words and encouragement. January 17th is around the corner! I hope all goes well for you and I hope to hear from you about how it went!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app 1 sleevedin2018 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrittanyV0305 2 Posted January 6, 2018 You are young. The good news is that being young means that you will heal fairly quick. If you have struggled with weight loss and your BMI is high, you are being smart by getting your weight under control now. I wish that I would have done it when I was younger. Hang in there and keep coming here for support. You will be just fine.Thank you!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app 1 Losingit2018 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleevedin2018 41 Posted January 6, 2018 Thank you SO much! I went to support groups and everyone is older than me. It is nice to hear from someone my age! I appreciate the kind words and encouragement. January 17th is around the corner! I hope all goes well for you and I hope to hear from you about how it went!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile appThank you! I’ll keep you posted so you know what to expect to some degree . Everyone’s experience is unique. All the best with this decision; you will overcome this. Fear is totally normal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taylor5 98 Posted January 6, 2018 Totally normal to be nervous - I almost backed out a week or two after scheduling. The closer I got the calmer I got though, which is weird. Or maybe I just didn't have the energy to be nervous bc I was too lethargic from the Pre-Op diet! I think you are lucky to be doing it young. Not that it should be taken lightly, but in my 20's and 30's I wasn't heavy enough to be a candidate - still struggled with my weight/dieting/body image, but just not extreme enough for this kind of medical intervention. I am 45 now, and when I look at the before and after pics, some of the women just look SO amazing, and then I realize that they are the ones who had it done while they were younger. Everything bounces back better Not to dis the rest of us, we still look and feel a far cry better than if we had not had the procedure, (I'm 10 days post-op now, so I'm kind of an expert, haha), but I think for most in our age group, it's the body contouring and "lifts" and skin tightening that make the best end result aesthetically speaking. Just remind yourself that you made this decision for a good reason and try not to second-guess that too much, because that's extra stress that really isn't worth it. Just shoot for "optimistically cautious" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NewBeginnings2018 81 Posted January 6, 2018 I think it is completely normal to be nervous. I too have been VERY nervous and wondering what the heck I was doing, even though I've been down this road 10.5 years ago with the band. I kept asking my husband "am i crazy to do this" because I was seriously doubting myself. I finally came to peace with my decision after speaking with the nurse about my biggest concerns and understanding that I've been fighting my weight since I was a toddler and that I'm not going to just wake up one day and beat this thing. I need help, and I am ready for that help. Keep going to the support meetings too, they help a ton! You've got this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrittanyV0305 2 Posted January 6, 2018 That helps so much. Thank you!Sent from my XT1650 using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
