I have been in the post-surgery room and I have been reading so many posts about complications, sickness, ER visits, narrowing 'pipes'... It really is scaring me. I am in my 2nd month of my 6 month prep period and one day I am 1,000% sure it's the best decision and the next day I change my mind. I am 5' 3" and 331. It's surgery or death for me. But I am still scared. Perhaps it's because I decided to go with the RNY over the sleeve because if the longer term results. RNY seems to have many more complications. Is there anyone out there with a positive bypass?

Edited August 20, 201412 yr by TheNewJen14

Although I have not had the surgery yet, I totally sympathize in regards to fear. I am not sure I am helped by the stories of those with complications, however, what I do continue to hear is that despite them, they would do it again. So, with that, I will go forward with the decision and hope for the best. I am comforted by the stories that it was not as bad as expected. It seems like the best course of action is to follow what the Dr says and not to deviate. I am all in on that one!

Just found out I have insurance co authorization! I'm scared to death. Surgery on 9/11! Is this a bad omen? I have to have an EGD next week.

Ok. Surgery date changed to Sept 15, only 2 weeks from today in Allentown, Pa! Drinking Protein shakes and as much as I need to do this, ( 250 pds and 5'4) I'm so so scared.

Anyone want to be buddies?

Edited September 2, 201412 yr by Shelly79

I'll be your buddy!

Hey Shelly, I'm in the York/Harrisburg area I know how you're feeling. Just got my Auth last week and go for my last pre-op visit with the NUT tomorrow. Hoping to get a set surgery date! *fingers crossed* Hope all is going smoothly for you since your EGD. Seems like once the auth happens everything goes warp speed. Lol

10 months post op down 100lbs.. I have had zero issues! I can eat just about anything just in very small amounts of course, good luck!

Shelly and Serra I'm from state college PA ????

Waiting on the last Dr. To turn in his report. How soon, mid October:) nervous and excited!

12 days! I have 12 days to come to terms with my new life. I thought I was through 5 years ago with the band alas here I am again. Good luck to you all, I know Im going to need it.