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Got banded yesterday!!! Just got home. While in there the Dr. Repaired a paraesophageal hernia. Really sore at port site. Is this normal.

I am scheduled for 8:30 tomorrow. Nervous, scared, and excited. Happy New Me... uh, I mean Year!

Got banded yesterday!!! Just got home. While in there the Dr. Repaired a paraesophageal hernia. Really sore at port site. Is this normal.

Congrats!! I think it's normal, I'm 12 days post op and my port is definitely my most sore incision...

Got banded yesterday!!! Just got home. While in there the Dr. Repaired a paraesophageal hernia. Really sore at port site. Is this normal.

The countdown is on!!!! Getting Banded on Friday!!!!

The countdown is on!!!! Getting Banded on Friday!!!!

The countdown is on!!!! Getting Banded on Friday!!!!

Well, after 2 years of contimplating this I went for my consultation today!!!! The amazing thing is that I have really good insurance and and was pre-approved (of course pending pre-op consults) and scheduled surgery for January 11th. Wow, now what? It is it normal to have the fears of the worst things that could happen run through your mind? That is what has held me up for the last 2 years, now it is a reallity and it makes those fears grow. Of course the reason for the fears are the exact same reasons I want to go ahead with surgery, family, health etc..... If someone can let me know this is normal and everyone goes through it, maybe I can rationalize it a little better. Anyway, great day and a busy next 2 months getting these evals done and let me know what you think. Thanks

I am Dec. 28th in New Jersey. Oh so ready for this.

Heyyy sleevers, im home now, climbed into more comfy pjs n climbed into my bed. I hv a bottle of regular Water n crystal light next to me. After a little rest, planning to make sugar free Jello and some broth for dinner. This new journey is beginning and its going well so far, thanks for all prayers n please continue to pray.

Good News. Since all is going well with ore op testing I may be moved from January 11 to December 28. Happy New Year to me.

jaxlacelace sorry you are aren't receiving support from home
WLS in 9 days, "try" not to let family/friends get the better of you. i'm sure that must be difficult
prior to WLS people do have all sorts of emotions, scared of surgery - its unfortunate that friends/family can't be there for you
"unfortunately" you are not alone in your situation
many people post here in the position you are, that probably doesn't help you though
"if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem" - Dr. Phil
try not to feel depressed, sounds lame saying - but i'm just trying to cheer you on,
this is YOUR new life that , i know you are excited about - you worked hard to get started...don't let others bring you down -
you know whats best for you - concentrate on the WLS coming up soon
being sleeved , your health will start to improve - co-morbities will improve or disappear, you know all this
i can see it in you eyes you are a very strong determined lady - who will get through these next couple of weeks - then start your new improved life
down 50 lbs pre-op
congrats
WooHoo
stressed out,?? hard situation you are in - but don't let anyone get the better of you - keep going through your liquid diet - you'll do fine
maybeoneday85 put it well "stay positive and stay strong"
come here to ask questions, post or just "look around" and "take it all in"
see you around the Water cooler
take care bud
good luck
speedy recovery

God Bless!! You will be fine and let us know how you are afterwards. Good luck!!

Good Luck you guys let us know how it goes!!!!

I knowit seems crazy but I need to just keep reminding myself how awesome it will be when complete and living a healthy lifestyle!!!!

I knowit seems crazy but I need to just keep reminding myself how awesome it will be when complete and living a healthy lifestyle!!!!

I knowit seems crazy but I need to just keep reminding myself how awesome it will be when complete and living a healthy lifestyle!!!!

I am 3 weeks out and don't regret it for one second! I too had the same exact fears but like SkinnyMinnie2Be said it is a pretty easy surgery and you will be up and moving around within a few hours of surgery. EVERYDAY you get to feeling a little better and by 2 weeks out you won't even really know you had the surgery. When else can you lose 20 pounds in 21 days?!? I know I could have NEVER lost this much weight on my own. I love my sleeve!
Honestly, I couldn't tell you that I had the procedure done except for the fact that I just can't take in as much food as I used to - LOVE IT!
You will do great!
Looking forward to seeing you on the losers bench in the New Year!

Well, after 2 years of contimplating this I went for my consultation today!!!! The amazing thing is that I have really good insurance and and was pre-approved (of course pending pre-op consults) and scheduled surgery for January 11th. Wow, now what? It is it normal to have the fears of the worst things that could happen run through your mind? That is what has held me up for the last 2 years, now it is a reallity and it makes those fears grow. Of course the reason for the fears are the exact same reasons I want to go ahead with surgery, family, health etc..... If someone can let me know this is normal and everyone goes through it, maybe I can rationalize it a little better. Anyway, great day and a busy next 2 months getting these evals done and let me know what you think. Thanks