I had the band and after some complications, have decided to get the sleeve. All i have left is my appt w the surgeon and im excited but also am getting nervous to go for this again. I know its going to be worth it and am so grateful i just think its kinda hard when none of my friends or family really understand this. I also am struggling w deciding if i want to tell people i am having the surgery. Idk im excited but also very nervous. Any advice from anyone that might help ease the mind a little. I would really really appreciate it

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I always found comfort by reading through this section...http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/195065-you-know-you-lost-weight-when/

I could really relate and it reminded me why I was doing this. It is about you, your health and living life abundently. Others can't do that for you, you have to do it yourself.

It has been and continues to be a great journey for me. Good luck.

Thank you for taking the time to respond, reading that section actually really helped me to realize i am making the best decision for myself.

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Being nervous is very understandable and very common. The pre-op anxiety and uncertainty was the worst part of the whole process for me.

The best advice I can give you is to do everything your team asks you to do, even if you think you can't. Be committed to try. Getting up and walking right after surgery will help you feel better sooner. And, sip, sip, sip. Getting in all of your Fluid and Protein will help you heal and lose weight.

Im glad im not the only one who gets super nervous lol. And yes, i am totally committed to this and will do whatever the dr and the rest of the team tells me to do. Is there anything i might want to know that was a surprise to u? And did u tell people?? Thanks for responding btw

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I have been pretty open about my surgery. I haven't announced it on social media but other than that I haven't kept it a secret.

Idt ill do the social media thing. Prob a few family members and a couple friends. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me. It really has helped me to tlk to someone who has been through it

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