Nervous Wreck

[RoniB 13]

I have researched, studied & read everything I could find for over 2 years about Lap Band knowing I should qualify for it now. Now has come and Monday the 23rd I am scheduled at the crack of dawn to be banded. Note: I am NOT a morning person.

Why now after having the knowledge and understanding of 2 years+ work am I scared and nervous. Yes, surgery is scarey, being "put to sleep" is unnatural, but I can't help wondering if the surgery is all that's bothering me. What if this doesn't work for me? What if it does and I don't like who I become or what I look like? Not that I'm too thrilled with how I look now, believe me.

I'm not sleeping well for the last couple nights, and I'm short tempered. Heck, I'm just plain scared!

[chats4fun 1]

It is natural to worry about being put to sleep, but my surgery is next Friday, April 27, 2012 and will be my 5th surgery.....if you have a tendency to get sick to your stomach easy make sure to tell the anestheologist and they can add meds to your anesthesia.

Best of luck to you

[MandaElaine 20]

OMG I just posted the exact same thoughts. I'm so nervous and anxious! I know I get my self worked up for nothing but that's me. I read a saying once, that I keep repeating over and over for some comfort, "If you aren't scared of what's ahead of your dreams, then you aren't dreaming big enough"

[Sandrie 23]

I have researched, studied & read everything I could find for over 2 years about Lap Band knowing I should qualify for it now. Now has come and Monday the 23rd I am scheduled at the crack of dawn to be banded. Note: I am NOT a morning person.

Why now after having the knowledge and understanding of 2 years+ work am I scared and nervous. Yes, surgery is scarey, being "put to sleep" is unnatural, but I can't help wondering if the surgery is all that's bothering me. What if this doesn't work for me? What if it does and I don't like who I become or what I look like? Not that I'm too thrilled with how I look now, believe me.

I'm not sleeping well for the last couple nights, and I'm short tempered. Heck, I'm just plain scared!

I totally agree with you. Omg! I read and read and read, and still feel like I'm going to fail. But I've read good and bad but u have to listen to your heart and body. The mind is tricky but think strong. Today my hubby bought McDonald's for Breakfast. I smelled it smelled so good. All I got was a snack size parfait to eat for a snack later today, but I'm trying to control it now before my pre-op next week. Good luck to u! Keep us posted. Two years of reading should guide u on your journey for Monday!

[dhales 98]

I did the same thing and had the same feelings. I had my surgery on a Tuesday and boy was I having second thoughts on Monday. For me it was the fear of the unknown...my fear of not being able to "enjoy" BBQ's or holiday dinners with my family and that my relationship with food would change. I even updated my will and made sure my husband knew where it was at...I am such a worrier.

I am still fairly new and we did have a BBQ and I did enjoy it with my family without all of the guilt and awful full feeling afterwards and I was shocked to not even want what everyone else was having...I was still on liquids then and I only had Soup. I think it is only natural...

[apelt001 116]

I know how u feel I do the same thing I research and inform myself about every detail then I psyche myself out w all the bad info. But you got to remember why u r doing this in the first place to be healthy right? To have a longer healthier existence, and not to regret not being to do things a healthy person can do. I have. Baby girl wholl be one nd a fiancé who loves me they are all the reason I need to do whatever I need to do to be here as long as I can. Find that strength, your reason to be a better u and hold to it. I wish u all the best tomorrow, I hope I all goes well.

[readytogoforit 172]

I think we all have worry thoughts before our surgery! We can laugh about it afterwards.... We have all been there.

[Myshel65 5]

I'm do nervous as well I'm getting banded on Thurday! liquid diet has been tough :/ I just keep reminding myself that I'm doing this for me and my children. I want to be a round for them as long as possible and HEALTHY!! Best of luck to you!

[daisychains7 427]

You know, it is nice to know these feelings are normal. I thought i was the only one! Now that surgery is 16 days away I am scared. Not so much of the physical pain of surgery, but of failing. food has been my best friend and constant for so many years but I know it has only hurt me and at 22, this weight has already made me miss out on so much. I am thinking of this tool as the fresh start I need. Reading your posts on these boards has been a huge encouragement to me.

[Imanurse 27]

Good luck today!

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[Sandrie 23]

I have researched' date=' studied & read everything I could find for over 2 years about Lap Band knowing I should qualify for it now. Now has come and Monday the 23rd I am scheduled at the crack of dawn to be banded. Note: I am NOT a morning person.

Why now after having the knowledge and understanding of 2 years+ work am I scared and nervous. Yes, surgery is scarey, being "put to sleep" is unnatural, but I can't help wondering if the surgery is all that's bothering me. What if this doesn't work for me? What if it does and I don't like who I become or what I look like? Not that I'm too thrilled with how I look now, believe me.

I'm not sleeping well for the last couple nights, and I'm short tempered. Heck, I'm just plain scared![/quote']

GOOD LUCK TODAY!!!!! Let us know how you feel!!!

[MandaElaine 20]

Good luck and well wishes!!!! Let us know how everything goes.

[brucee 0]

i dont want to scare you but im planing a funneral for a helthy therty year old less then a week after surgery

[Sandrie 23]

i dont want to scare you but im planing a funneral for a helthy therty year old less then a week after surgery

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.. But this comment is very inappropriate. Especially someone who is already nervous about surgery. Maybe get doc wasn't a good doc. Don't know your reasons but this was not a good comment.

[c945105 18]

I was banded Friday and believe me had all the same fears and emotions. . I am doing really well. I took today off but could have worked i see now (only slight pain bending at port site). From the posts I read this is more the norm and certainly at a week people are fine. It's a big step and know won't be easy but we all have researched and know it's right decision for each of us personally. I'm sure all of you with surgery coming up will do well. I'm pulling for you!