Hello All,

Now that my surgery is scheduled and I have completed all my pre-op test, I'm beginning to second guess my decision. My BMI is 38 and most people think that I'm crazy to undergo a surgery to lose weight when I can just diet and exercise. I've tried most weight loss measures available even some experimental but still can't keep the weight off. I know I need to do something because I recently had a scare with my blood pressure increasing and causing me to have dizzy spells. Has anyone else experienced these emotions?

I did. I wanted the band but I believe it was the surgery itself that scared me. I had tried everything to lose the weight but the most would be 10-15 lbs. I would go to the gym 4-5 days a week. I would tone up but still not lose weight. I second guessed myself up until they came to get me for the surgery. My husband told me if you don't go through with it now you will regret it tomorrow and everyday after. I knew he was right. It is the best thing I have done for myself. I know I am not losing as fast as some but am happy with what I have lost so far on my journey. Whatever you decide I hope it goes well for you.

My surgery is May 24 as well...You will be fine.

Hello All,

Now that my surgery is scheduled and I have completed all my pre-op test, I'm beginning to second guess my decision. My BMI is 38 and most people think that I'm crazy to undergo a surgery to lose weight when I can just diet and exercise. I've tried most weight loss measures available even some experimental but still can't keep the weight off. I know I need to do something because I recently had a scare with my blood pressure increasing and causing me to have dizzy spells. Has anyone else experienced these emotions?

I did...sometimes still do. My friends, coworkers and loved ones say the same thing to me - I don't need the surgery. Well folks, I'm fat on the inside and now I have diabetes. It's not about vanity, it's about living a better quality of life.

OooooH Yea. I've been on an emotional roller coaster with this surgery decision. I started second guessing myself even posted about it, and read other post about it, it seems to be normal for a lot of people. It seems that anyone who had second thoughts about it and went through with it did not regret having the surgery. They all loved there band. So I think you'll find out that it is normal. As for me I'm back on track will see what tomorrow brings. Basically unless something big gets in the way I'll be going through with it regardless of my mixed emotions. You have to make the best decision for you though. Hopefully it is just nerves. I wish you well.

Ursula, here is a link to a thread from Monday, which is about the very same thing you are going through. Read through it; a lot of good responses :-)

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/topic/169595-second-thoughts/

I feel better about things now. It's good to know that I'm not the only one experiencing/had experienced these feelings. I'm still learning how to maneuver this forum and don't know how to respond to each of you individually. Thanks everyone for your responses!

My surgery is on May 15th. I only told a select few what I was doing because the majority of people will be negative. I am doing this for me, not anyone else. I am glad you are with us on this journey, together we will all be happier and healthier.