Hey everybody my name is Cecilia I'm 19yrs old 214lbs and I just got approved for my surgery! I'm so excited, I have so many questions for all of you! My surgery has been scheduled for July14th. My mother is having her surgery June9 . were so happy, BUT I'm a bit worried because I suffer from a chronic anxiety disorder, does any1 else ? Or did you ? Anyone else weigh 214lbs or around there? How much did you loose?

Nobody replies to my post ;(

Congrats on your approval. You will get some replies pretty soon, I'm sure. I also suffer from anxiety, though I haven't been sleeved and I am sure we can both get through this. I have been working things that will help me out after surgery with a psychologist, and it has really helped me.

Thank you ! Yeah my anxiety really is my only worry, although being 214lbs I'm scared I might loose a lot a lot of weight.

Don't worry people will reply sometimes it takes a little while. I don't suffer from anxiety so I can't help you there. Make sure that you talk to your doctor about this before surgery.

I am sure that as long as you use your sleeve as a tool you will do just fine with losing weight!

Congratulations on your date.

Thank you, lol I was worried I thought maybe my post were private where only I could see them.

Thank you again I'm so excited !

Awesome! I am very happy for you. I also suffer from anxiety. I have not been approved for my surgery as of yet. I am still a couple of months out. I thought I would comment though because when I was 20 yrs old I lost from 300 pounds down to 180. I had issues with anxiety back then too. I've been told that when a person loses a lot of weight it releases hormones- which can sometimes maginify existing conditions. I ended up having some problems with body image issues. I still SAW myself as being 300 pounds. It took me a long time to get used to guys hitting on me. People treated me so radically different it actually caused me to slip into depression. Be mindful of how you feel and talk to your doctor if you notice any changes. The depression didn't last for very long. I am happy to say that in the end I wats much happier and much LESS anxious after I lost the weight. Alas, many years passed- and I have gained back up to 235. I hope to have my VSG the end of July- I am just waiting on approval. I wish I had been able to have this done when I was your age. I think it is wonderful you and your mother will take this journey together. You will be fine- you will be better. Just remember your doctor is there to help you-

Thank you so much ! I appreciate you taking some time in your day to reply to this post. I'm so excited. I'm actually pretty comfortable with my body I love me for me I love every inch of my body. BUT I'm not healthy and I'm happy I'm gettin the surgery because its just time for me to change and start making health choices. I hope and pray you get approved for your surgery! Pls keep me updated. Thank you one again for replying. I love this website everyone is very helpful and friendly!

Wow! We have a lot in common My mother and I are also having the surgery together and I am 20. As for your anxiety, I think the key is to stay on top of it. I am guessing you have a professional to talk to, but if not I think it is important that you do that way it doesn't become a problem. This is a great place to get advice and information so you are already one step ahead of the game!

really? aha omg thats awsome! yeah i am i see a therapist and take medication for it i think ill be ok thank you! omg i hope everything goes great for your mother and yourself i bet you guys are so excited! aha omg ! congrats!

Hi Cecilia!!

First of all, take a deep breath and pat yourself on the back. You have made a great decision to live a healthier life! I completely empathise with the anxiety issues; I think a lot of it stems from all the unknowns that come with surgery and the results. Lucky for you, your mom is going through it first and will help you through it! My daughter and I are also both having surgery, except I think her surgery will be first, which is a good thing! I do think you need to speak to your counselor about the anxiety, and make sure your surgeon is aware of it also. But, in the mean time, how do you manage your anxiety now? I love to meditate (zone out, my daughter says), and learning how to breathe properly is essential. Did you know that anxiety is actually a physical thing, not a mental thing? Once i learned about anxiety and understood it, I was able to deal with it. I hope you have a great rest of the weekend!! Tell your mom I said hello and good luck with her surgery!!

xoxoxoxo

Melissa