After reading a few posts here I went in a little apprehensive. Most in attendance had already had surgery except two of us. I felt very welcome and comfortable asking anything.

Its great to do your research before the surgery, try and gather as much information as you can.

better be safe than sorry.

That's what I did lots of research

I expect it's kinda troll like to say Knowledge Is Power, but damn it helps to know what the heck is going on, and what I should expect. Though the support group I have at my Hospital is a little light on men, I've been there as the one and only male in the group sometimes...gals I love ya, but I really don't want to know how surgery is going to effect your period. The hair tips I do like to hear about, but then again I'm not normal in that respect...but back to the point there are some good books (I liked "The Sleeved Life: A Patient Guide on Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Weight Loss Surgery") that will give you an idea of things to come. And everyone can use a support group. This place is great for being able to ask questions and read about other's issues and stories...we are all in this together