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Nervous about surgery 09-24

MrsG

By MrsG, in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

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MrsG    0

MrsG
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I'm on my pre-op diet and now that my procedure is getting closer, I'm getting more nervous-excited, but nervous. :)

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I'm on my pre-op diet and now that my procedure is getting closer, I'm getting more nervous-excited, but nervous. :)

Of course you are! It's surgery. . .I don't know of anyone who isn't at least anxious before surgeries. . . I've had 17 major surgeries (my doctor asked one day "what's left?") and am always nervous even though I know what to expect. . . but really, it'll be ok, being nervous is awareness. . . good luck and my prayers will be you as well as with all others on this site.

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MrsG    0

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We sound about the same-I've had 13-hahaha. I guess that means the more special we are. Thanks for the words of encouragement! Good luck to you as well!

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pookiemp    0

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My surgery is 9-23!!

We are close...I am getting really nervous too!!

This is my first surgery and only time in the hospital:ohmy:

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You will be fine-I've had more than my share of hospital stays and it's not that bad as long as you have good company :mad2:. Are you planning on staying overnight?

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Hi yes the nervous is there. Mine is on 23rd and TRY to focus on the positive. I look through the before and after pictures. That sure helps. God bless and provide support and speedy healing.

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MrsG    0

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All we can do is have a positive outlook and pray for the best! I think I'm more nervous and worried about losing weight too fast. I DO NOT want to have extra skin!!!

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I had surgery 9/14 and was very very nervous and was asking myself if it was the right thing to do and let me tell you that I am so glad I did this...I stayed in the hospital for 4 hours and I just have some port pain while getting up and walking. It is so nervous going into it but your so happy afterward knowing your lifes going to change for the better..good luck!!! Everythings going to be fine!!:mad2:

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Thanks for the words of encouragement. I'm really excited and my surgeon provided me with a book I've been reading thats really helped me mentally prepare for the change thats coming my way. No turning back now-my daughter is almost 9 months and trying to walk. I want to be able to keep up with her!:mad2:

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Good luck!! I am also nervous, my surgery is 9/25 and I am eating everything in site...I can't seem to help myself. I am also forgetting things daily and I believe all this is due to the surgery.

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MrsG    0

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Hahaha. I have been wanting to cheat, but I am trying to be good. This pre op diet is SO limited...but I atleast want to shed a few pounds before the big day.

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Hi! I am staying in the hospital 1 night! I have a great support system. My mom and best friend will be there along with my husband!

I am getting more and more nervous as it gets closer!!

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It's the real countdown now!!! Thursday is the big day and WHOA-I think I might be flipping out:scared2:

I know in the end it will be great and I'm ready to go for it! We have to keep each other posted on our results. Good luck. Good you have a good support system-my honey doesn't even know I'm having it done. He only knows I'm having my hernia repaired :biggrin:

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OMG...you didn't even tell you're honey?? Is there are reason or you are just a private person??

Yeah, let's keep in touch...1 more day for me!!

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No, I can't tell him...well I will eventually, but I know he will try to talk me out of it. He likes my junk:tongue2: and says this is what happens after you have a baby...I can't accept this-this is the biggest I've ever been and I have a 9 month old to keep up with.

I have 3 older sisters and I've only told one (the one who lives here in Dallas with me)

I've told three of my closest girlfriends..the ones I know will support me and not judge! I've got a pretty good support system, just wish my honey could understand. He tends to not accept the things he can't understand. I guess we will see how it goes..I want to post pictures, but am afraid he might find them one day :biggrin:. LOL!!!

Are you ready to go?? You will be fine. Just think-this time next year we will be saying "what was the big deal"!! GOOD LUCK!!!

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