ElginChris

If everything works out do I still need to feel guilty about laughing?? Thanks for sharing your experiences. It helps to realize how funny/absurd/crazy life can be, even in serious moments. Good luck on your journey!!!

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Goid luck!!

Mage, I understand how you feel. I want to get my journey started as quickly as you do. i honestly think that my doctors want to help me, give the m the time to do so. I would approach my doctor like this. Speak with your coordinator and get a specific outline of the steps in their process. Ask questions. Ask about turn around and response times. Be proactive. Be nice. But dont be a pain in the butt. A well informed patient is a good patient, a know it all patient is a nightmare. Hold people accountable about response times, etc., but you also need to hold your end of the bargain and do what you say you will do. Again be nice. Understand that things also take time. Be realistic. If the doctor, says it will take up to 48 hours, give them 48 hours. Also understand that there may be glitches, additional tests, etc. This surgery is complex, your doctors are just trying to make sure you are safe. For me, the end result is what will matter, not the few bumps along the way.

Good luck!!

Just starting on my path to a healthier life!! Met with my surgeon this week and was lucky enough to get a Psych eval right away and a Nut appointment next week. Should go to my insurance for approval and then my pre op stuff. I am excited, nervous, overwhelmed and impatient but i am comitted to making my life better and healthier and i think VSG is the right tool to help me do that. A lot of your stories, questions, concerns and successes have really help and i hope to count on your support/help/advice in the near and continuing future!!!

Being scared is a normal feeling. There are risks involved, minimal risks but still risks. Its ok to feel the way you do, but the long term gains ( healthier body, weightliss, etc.) are worth the risk. I hope you can see your way through this, make an informed decision and be happy!!!

X crossed fingers

It took me a while to get used to the mask but once I did, it made a huge difference in my sleep pattern. I now can sleep through the night with no issues. My apnea ia severe so it made a dramatic improvement in my life!!!

Jamsey, Dont let the smaller issues keep you from reaching your healthy goal. I too am a big guy with a lot of weight to lose. In my case, i would rather have the loose skin and be fit and healthy, than the obese person I am today.