I'm getting surgery on the 16th so I've spend most of my time on the Pre-Surgery boards.

Now all of sudden I'm looking through the post surgery board and I've been seeing mostly really negative experiences. Even a lot of people said they regret the surgery a lot of days.

Now I'm getting really nervous....

This is a forum to help so there will be more posts about complaints or need of advice. There is plenty of success.

I dont regret my surgery. I am so happy I did it.

I think as difficulties as obstacles that I will overcome. So stay positive.

I experience was great I can not complain. I spent one day in the hospital and I was able to return to work 2 days after I was released. I wasn't able to drink straight water but I found ice to be my substitute and best bud. I will never say I regret the surgery or the process. Just like anything you do in life there will be the ups and down and for me the good has definitely outweighed my bad moments. I would say this is the best life choice I have made to date. Stay positive

I'm 4 days out and have had a great experience. I'm super gassy right now but other than that, things have been very smooth. Keep in mind that it's more likely for people having issues to post in forums, than it is for them to post positive experiences.

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I had myself all worked up too. I had prepared myself for the worst. Reading is great, awesome to hear everyone's stories but of course the ones that stick with you are the bad ones. I am 3 days post op and although it's not easy I am finding it not nearly as bad as I anticipated.

I'm 2 months post op and my recovery was a breeze. No nausea or vomiting, very minimal discomfort and no depression. I was expecting so much worse after months of reading so many bariatric message boards. Everyone is different and has different experiences. Go into it with a positive attitude and most of all follow your doctors orders! Good luck I'm sure you'll do great.

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Everything has been great so far. I'm one month post op. Of course I was in pain the first 7 days., which was expected, After that I felt much better. Sometimes I can't believe how well I'm doing and how much control I have on what I put into my mouth. Biggest complaint would have to be that I can't drink a lot of fluids at once (over 4 ounces) when I am thirsty, but that is normal. It's been great experience so far and it's really really working for me.

I'm 5'5. Started at 273, didn't lose any weight prior, and I'm down 26lbs one month post op. I'm just not hungry. It's great!

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