I m considering this surgery with great trepidation. I have asthma and high blood pressure but I really need this at 425# 5'9'' Im huge. Legs swollen and can only walk a few feet before my breath and back put me down again I just guess I needed to vent so thanks!

This surgery is working for me. It is slow and steady in the right direction. I started at 459 and am now 414. I lost 50 but let's say water retention and a couple of doughy items got 5 pounds on me. Good Luck in your decision.

Hang in there - I know how scared I was once I made the decision to have surgery, but you will get through it and you won't believe how much better you feel just a few weeks out. Think of it as a gift that you're giving yourself. You deserve to be healthy.

Which is scarier - having a fairly simple laparoscopic surgery or going through the rest of your life in pain?

What scares you the most?

Megan

The last two ladies' questions are the key: is it better to know that you are literally killing yourself, or to take a very small risk ( in comparison) and take action to start improving your health?

Keep reading posts on these boards, and asking questions...you will find your answer. And welcome! Cindy

Teresa,

I think I'm in your neck of the woods...Springfield, VA!

Big (Neighbor) Paul

I was a ball of nerves prior to my surgery. Even though I haven't lost alot, I would have it done again in a heart beat. I no longer have high blood pressure, my type 2 diabetes is controlled by diet/exercise and weightloss and I have more energy and feel better. My self confidence and self image go through the roof, everytime someone comments about how great I look. The good angel in me says I did it for me. The bad little angel says I did it to say to all those fat bashers "Hey how do you like me now?" Best of luck in your journey.

I don't know anyone who wasn't a basket full of nerves. This is normal.

You have to really think about where you want to be in a year from now.

With that said, thats your answer.

Hugs !!

I'm scared too but I'm excited at the same time!