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I would call and ask. I was given a soap and I am supposed to start using it the last 3 days before surgery.

I would call and ask. I was given a soap and I am supposed to start using it the last 3 days before surgery.

I also just got confirmation on a surgery date of 12/27!! sooo excited for this new journey.

I also just got confirmation on a surgery date of 12/27!! sooo excited for this new journey.

I also just got confirmation on a surgery date of 12/27!! sooo excited for this new journey.

I also just got confirmation on a surgery date of 12/27!! sooo excited for this new journey.

I also just got confirmation on a surgery date of 12/27!! sooo excited for this new journey.

It's not like you will never have thanksgiving again, seriously - how many have you had already in your lifetime? Do you distinctly remember every single one of the past ones?
The pre-op diet is to make it easier to lift the liver, as the stomach is right under it. Be brave, be strong and do what you are supposed to do.
Good luck.

Thank you! This is exactly why I opted for the surgery as well- due to so many failed attempts of trying on my own. Surgery was my last resort, but I saw so many people with high success rates and even better happiness. That's exactly what I want. I just want to be healthy, look better, feel better, and not worry about future health risks.

Thank you! This is exactly why I opted for the surgery as well- due to so many failed attempts of trying on my own. Surgery was my last resort, but I saw so many people with high success rates and even better happiness. That's exactly what I want. I just want to be healthy, look better, feel better, and not worry about future health risks.

Now that my surgery date is set in stone, I'm beginning to think "what if this doesn't work?" Like I spend a chunk of money on a procedure and it doesn't do what I hoped it would. Maybe I'm just overthinking and I'm just so used to myself not ever losing the amount of weight I wished to. It's hard to think of an operation like VSG to actually work when I've been overweight my whole life. I just don't want to screw myself over. Have any of you been in this mood?

Now that my surgery date is set in stone, I'm beginning to think "what if this doesn't work?" Like I spend a chunk of money on a procedure and it doesn't do what I hoped it would. Maybe I'm just overthinking and I'm just so used to myself not ever losing the amount of weight I wished to. It's hard to think of an operation like VSG to actually work when I've been overweight my whole life. I just don't want to screw myself over. Have any of you been in this mood?

Thank you! This is exactly why I opted for the surgery as well- due to so many failed attempts of trying on my own. Surgery was my last resort, but I saw so many people with high success rates and even better happiness. That's exactly what I want. I just want to be healthy, look better, feel better, and not worry about future health risks.

Normal pre-op anxiety. Trust the evidence - you will fine.

Now that my surgery date is set in stone, I'm beginning to think "what if this doesn't work?" Like I spend a chunk of money on a procedure and it doesn't do what I hoped it would. Maybe I'm just overthinking and I'm just so used to myself not ever losing the amount of weight I wished to. It's hard to think of an operation like VSG to actually work when I've been overweight my whole life. I just don't want to screw myself over. Have any of you been in this mood?

Now that my surgery date is set in stone, I'm beginning to think "what if this doesn't work?" Like I spend a chunk of money on a procedure and it doesn't do what I hoped it would. Maybe I'm just overthinking and I'm just so used to myself not ever losing the amount of weight I wished to. It's hard to think of an operation like VSG to actually work when I've been overweight my whole life. I just don't want to screw myself over. Have any of you been in this mood?

Thanks everyone! That sharp pain went away on the right my second day after surgery. I am still feeling the tightness in my stomach but that's just normal. Today I got up and went with my family to Sam's club to walk around some. I got tired really quickly and came right home. I guess I just need to build up my stamina again. I'm so happy to be on the other side of the surgery. I don't regret this decision at all!!


Sleeved 10/10/17 • HW 280 (3/1/17) • SW 259 (10/10) • GW 180 (TBD)

I'm a few days away from my 2 month anniversary of my sleeve surgery, and it's been a week since my 2 month pre-op diet anniversary.
Down 85 pounds so far. Here's a before and after. Here's the 2017 and losing a lot more!

Without knowing you, I'd say you're falling into a delusional trap.
Here's the deal. The vast majority of us can lose weight just fine without the help of surgery. However, most of us cannot keep the weight off without bariatric surgery.
After losing the weight on your own without surgery, there's a 5% chance of maintaining a massive weight loss. There's a 95% probability you'll regain it all plus more.
When we lose weight on our own, a few months pass before the body fights like hell to regain. You become tired, hungry, and develop cravings that overwhelm your capacity for willpower.
With the neurohormal changes prompted by surgery, you'll actually have a fighting chance of keeping the weight off for life.
Bariatric surgery is the only proven method that helps formerly obese people maintain whatever weight they lose. Without surgery, you'll climb an uphill battle for life.
Good luck to you.

Ok that doesn't sound like a bad idea! Thanks

OMG....Yay!!! I wish I was able to move my date. It feels like so far away! I am ready to get this done and start my new journey to the new me!

I was thinking the same thing. Are we required to lose weight before surgery or does it depend on our surgeon? It's been so hard for me to stay on track. Hopefully once I start my liquid diet, it'll be easier since it'll be a routine. Is anyone else like this? LOL