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Hello All:

I'm usually a listener and not a talker but I've been experiencing a lot of anxiety with my upcoming surgery scheduled for 01/12 & thought I would seek encouragement from those that have already been through this. Needless to say I'm scared, anxious, and feeling overwhelmed but I know I have made the right choice that will benefit me in the long run. Along with needing to lose weight, I'm having the surgery to help relieve pain caused by a car accident that also left me disabled. Any advice on how to deal with the anxiety would be greatly appreciated!!

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I was SOOOOO scared and anxious prior to my surgery. I was sleeved on 12-23. It was much less scary than I thought it would be....less painful, less stressful. I am so glad I did this! It is totally normal to be apprehensive...but you will be fine. I feel so much better than I did before, even though I am only about 10 days out. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. I am so happy...my fears were pretty groundless. :D

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Glad to hear you are doing so well and congrats on your life change. I can't wait for surgery to finally be over and I can start my new life journey!

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As a Christian, I relied on my faith address my fears and anxieties. And sure enough, once again (this was surgery #21), my Good Lord not only sailed me through the whole thing, He made sure there were no complications, AND allowed me to make a whole lot of new friends on this site. Good luck and God Bless you....

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Thank u for the words of encouragement. It was God that brought me through my car accident & I am trusting him to bring me through this too. I've never dealt with anxiety before my accident & now I have to constantly remind myself who is in control and at times it gets hard. I hope you continue with a successful recovery!!

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