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April 30th is my date

NewNewMe

By NewNewMe, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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NewNewMe    277

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I start the pre op diet tomorrow. I am really scared. I was not apprehensive at all when I got the band. Why is this so scary? Anyone else having surgery soon?

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NewNewMe    277

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Wow! Only 2 days! That is great! Good luck on Monday. Please let us know how it goes.

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NoMoBand    278

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I'm scheduled 4 days after you. I have a ton of mixed feelings and all the "what if's" have surfaced.

The one thing that occupies my thoughts the most is: I can't seem to grasp or imagine how "feeling full or satiety" really feels like or even knowing when to stop eating with the sleeve. With the band I knew the exact volume and when to stop else............. This will be a whole new learning curve for us.

The scarey part of sleeve surgery is the potential leaks, that we didn't have to deal with lapband surgery. I think that is what dominates my fears. Good luck to you and a prayer out your way. jake

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NewNewMe    277

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I know what you mean NoMo. I can't imagine what that would feel like either. I worry about leaks too. My doc said that would most likely happen while I am still in the hospital. Hopefully that won't be the case.

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NewNewMe    277

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I have been up thinking too much too loosingbench. I think it will get worse as I get closer.

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Well I relate with your feelings I was never so scared with the band, I think the fact of knowing 80% of my stomach is going to be cut off scares me!!! With the band all kind of stats in place !

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I know what you mean NoMo. I can't imagine what that would feel like either. I worry about leaks too. My doc said that would most likely happen while I am still in the hospital. Hopefully that won't be the case.

SENDING PRAYERS AND WELL WISHES ON YOUR BIG DAY. MY EGD IS ON APRIL 30th. I TOO HAVE THE BAND. IN FACT I'VE HAD TWO BANDS. JUST NOT WORKING OUT FOR ME, BUT THANK GOD IM MAINTAINING MY WEIGHT. YOU WILL DO JUST FINE. LET ME KNOW HOW YOU MAKE OUT.

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Well I relate with your feelings I was never so scared with the band, I think the fact of knowing 80% of my stomach is going to be cut off scares me!!! With the band all kind of stats in place !

Yes, that and it the fact that it can't be undone. Also, the band was done outpatient, the sleeve requires hospital stay.

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I know what you mean NoMo. I can't imagine what that would feel like either. I worry about leaks too. My doc said that would most likely happen while I am still in the hospital. Hopefully that won't be the case.

SENDING PRAYERS AND WELL WISHES ON YOUR BIG DAY. MY EGD IS ON APRIL 30th. I TOO HAVE THE BAND. IN FACT I'VE HAD TWO BANDS. JUST NOT WORKING OUT FOR ME, BUT THANK GOD IM MAINTAINING MY WEIGHT. YOU WILL DO JUST FINE. LET ME KNOW HOW YOU MAKE OUT.

Thanks! Wow! Two bands? Good luck with your EDG.

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PAcountryBear    5

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Hi New. I was the same way. I was terrified of the sleeve surgery. I had myself convinced I was going to die on the table. My surgery was 3/18/2015 and here I am talking to you. It went well. I feel great. I'm already off my diabetic and BP meds and both have been normal. I am adjusting to my new stomach and learning to eat more slowly and mindfully. I hope all goes well for you. I came really close to backing out and I'm very glad I didn't now. Peace, John

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NewNewMe    277

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Hi New. I was the same way. I was terrified of the sleeve surgery. I had myself convinced I was going to die on the table. My surgery was 3/18/2015 and here I am talking to you. It went well. I feel great. I'm already off my diabetic and BP meds and both have been normal. I am adjusting to my new stomach and learning to eat more slowly and mindfully. I hope all goes well for you. I came really close to backing out and I'm very glad I didn't now. Peace, John

Thank you so much John! That is exactly what I needed to hear. I am so glad to hear how well your doing only 1 month out.

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