So I was approved for surgery on Thursday Sept 5th, I'm just waiting for my date from my surgeon(s). I have to have another surgery while my sleeve is done. Therefore there will be 2 surgeons at once. I have a large Benign mass in my belly that has to come out as well because it is causing problems and pain. This is going to make my surgery long and more invasive so I'm a little more afraid than most I think.

The hardest part is I've told my family and friends about the mass surgery but not my VS..only my very best friend and daughter know and they both live out if town. I am very very private about the VS because I just don't want to hear any negative talk, my mom has been against it for years and she won't understand. So now I'm going to have to drill my surgeons on not giving them full disclosure if my condition. SMH.,I know crazy right? But can a girl have some privacy and make her own choices?

I am so tired of the sleep apnea, joint pain and taking high blood pressure pills. Not to mention having to energy to do anything. I'm excited about my surgery...yes a little scared but so in love with a new life and second chance to take care of my body. Anyone have to have multiple surgeries at the same time...?

Thanks

MsK

Jashante thanks for sharing, I completely agree w/you. That's why I'm keeping this to myself, ain't nobody got time FA DAT!! Lol ! I'm excited and ready to get started on my new lifestyle.

Well let me just say after 2 years, only my healthcare staff knows about it. My lips are sealed. And I meant I didn't tell a soul, not my bf, no sis no one. Yeah they cared for me at the hospital for my gallbladder story! No. Regret and living the life

Nadoue

Thanks....I needed to hear that because I actually told them about the removal of the cyst which is serious and added a little more drama to compensate for how sensitive my belly will be...But in no way am I telling ANY of them about the Sleeve....nope, I don't need the negativity. But I was feeling guilty at first...my mom may be flying in to support me and I started feeling guilty for not telling the ENTIRE tale...but you know what, its nobody's business....its just not. i am so glad i have this site...it really is a huge support system..

Nadoue

Thanks....I needed to hear that because I actually told them about the removal of the cyst which is serious and added a little more drama to compensate for how sensitive my belly will be...But in no way am I telling ANY of them about the Sleeve....nope' date=' I don't need the negativity. But I was feeling guilty at first...my mom may be flying in to support me and I started feeling guilty for not telling the ENTIRE tale...but you know what, its nobody's business....its just not. i am so glad i have this site...it really is a huge support system..[/quote']

You will be fine, my family flew from Florida to take care of me and I keep it a secret. No guilt no shame. It's my business and I don't see how it is important to tell

A large gnarly mass was found on my liver during surgery so they removed it. So, did I have two surgeries? I think?

You did Lipsticklady...Lol! You just weren't expecting to, I guess it's good that I already know. Ps. I hope all is well and the mass was benign!