I don't know why I google Gastric sleeve complications and I started to panic when I started reading everything that can go wrong. :/ my surgery is Jan 12 2017 and I'm starting to want to call it off.

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I don't know why I google Gastric sleeve complications and I started to panic when I started reading everything that can go wrong. :/ my surgery is Jan 12 2017 and I'm starting to want to call it off.

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I did the same thing I never had any kind of surgery and I'm a chicken so I know how you feel. I'm still in the preop testing mode and now realize the real risk is if we don't get the surgery. As long as you go to a good experienced surgeon that has done bariatrics it's very rare to have any complication.

I could google I have a headache and before you know it your reading you might have a brain tumor so take it with a grain of salt.

Good luck

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I had some of the same concerns. The surgery is less risky than driving down the road in your car, what with all the morons on the road these days.

It's completely normal. I also feared diabetes, heart attack, stroke from obesity. Look back at your reasons for starting the process. Look at the before and after section.

Do not call it off! Just like any other surgery there are chances something could go wrong but you have to realize these surgeons do these daily. Also laproscopic surgery is much easier. I had my gall bladder removed 4 years ago and I was sleeved Dec 6th..u can do it!! Just be careful post op and take it day by day. Best of luck and happy holidays!

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Oh I had the same concerns before I had mine. I read..I researched..I think I watched every VSG journey videos on utube..the good and bad. It's major surgery..things can and do go wrong for people..but I knew in my heart it was the right decision for me. I had the surgery..no complications..no food intolerances..no nausea issues..nothing. I would do it again even not knowing what my outcome would be..why? Because I am only a month out of surgery..I'm down 20 lbs..I'm off my diabetes medicine and I feel pretty great. The best part is I have a tool that keeps me honest in my food portions, which I had a real issue with.

Fear is normal..but don't let fear keep you from living the best you possible.

Happy Holidays!

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Edited December 24, 20169 yr by Lucky2Lose

Please don't let fear of the unknown keep you from using the awesome tool that is VSG surgery.

I too was consumed by the same fears as you are, all the way up to the morning of my surgery last week on December 14th.

Even while I was being prepped for surgery by the OR nurses, I was calling my family and friends discussing the idea of backing out of the surgery at the very last minute.

I now thank God that I went through with the procedure because it has been life changing.

I had virtually no pain, merely a little soreness and no complications.

As of this morning I've now lost 20 lbs, in a mere 10 days since surgery. I feel a lot better, I'm more active, and unlike the past 30 years, when I was always yoyo dieting, I now know I will definitely reach my goal weight and maintain it.

Only you can decide what's best for you, but I sure wish I hadn't wasted so many years of my life being fearful of the surgery that I now feel blessed to have had.

Good luck!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

I don't know why I google Gastric sleeve complications and I started to panic when I started reading everything that can go wrong. :/ my surgery is Jan 12 2017 and I'm starting to want to call it off.

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I did the same thing I never had any kind of surgery and I'm a chicken so I know how you feel. I'm still in the preop testing mode and now realize the real risk is if we don't get the surgery. As long as you go to a good experienced surgeon that has done bariatrics it's very rare to have any complication.

I could google I have a headache and before you know it your reading you might have a brain tumor so take it with a grain of salt.

Good luck

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Haha... Yea your right. It's also because my Dr (Dr.Garcia) is in Tijuana. (TIJUANA BARIATRICS) I've read nothing but good reviews about him. But still ... it's Tijuana.

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It's completely normal. I also feared diabetes, heart attack, stroke from obesity. Look back at your reasons for starting the process. Look at the before and after section.

Yes the reasons are much higher to do the surgery than not to do it. Thanks.

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Do not call it off! Just like any other surgery there are chances something could go wrong but you have to realize these surgeons do these daily. Also laproscopic surgery is much easier. I had my gall bladder removed 4 years ago and I was sleeved Dec 6th..u can do it!! Just be careful post op and take it day by day. Best of luck and happy holidays!

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You're right, I was just having anxiety about yesterday. Congratulations on your surgery and happy holidays to you as well.

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Oh I had the same concerns before I had mine. I read..I researched..I think I watched every VSG journey videos on utube..the good and bad. It's major surgery..things can and do go wrong for people..but I knew in my heart it was the right decision for me. I had the surgery..no complications..no food intolerances..no nausea issues..nothing. I would do it again even not knowing what my outcome would be..why? Because I am only a month out of surgery..I'm down 20 lbs..I'm off my diabetes medicine and I feel pretty great. The best part is I have a tool that keeps me honest in my food portions, which I had a real issue with.

Fear is normal..but don't let fear keep you from living the best you possible.

Happy Holidays!

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Thank you for the reassurance, I have the same problem with portion control and I know this will help me with that. Congratulations on your successful surgery and happy holidays.

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I had some of the same concerns. The surgery is less risky than driving down the road in your car, what with all the morons on the road these days.

Haha... I drive for a living so I know what you mean.

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Please don't let fear of the unknown keep you from using the awesome tool that is VSG surgery.

I too was consumed by the same fears as you are, all the way up to the morning of my surgery last week on December 14th.

Even while I was being prepped for surgery by the OR nurses, I was calling my family and friends discussing the idea of backing out of the surgery at the very last minute.

I now thank God that I went through with the procedure because it has been life changing.

I had virtually no pain, merely a little soreness and no complications.

As of this morning I've now lost 20 lbs, in a mere 10 days since surgery. I feel a lot better, I'm more active, and unlike the past 30 years, when I was always yoyo dieting, I now know I will definitely reach my goal weight and maintain it.

Only you can decide what's best for you, but I sure wish I hadn't wasted so many years of my life being fearful of the surgery that I now feel blessed to have had.

Good luck!

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I see everyone goes through the same anxiety/fear of surgery. I am going to go through with it because I myself am always yoyo dieting and I know this will help with that. Congratulations on your surgery and happy holidays. By the way I'm taking that quote.

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Please don't let fear of the unknown keep you from using the awesome tool that is VSG surgery.

I too was consumed by the same fears as you are, all the way up to the morning of my surgery last week on December 14th.

Even while I was being prepped for surgery by the OR nurses, I was calling my family and friends discussing the idea of backing out of the surgery at the very last minute.

I now thank God that I went through with the procedure because it has been life changing.

I had virtually no pain, merely a little soreness and no complications.

As of this morning I've now lost 20 lbs, in a mere 10 days since surgery. I feel a lot better, I'm more active, and unlike the past 30 years, when I was always yoyo dieting, I now know I will definitely reach my goal weight and maintain it.

Only you can decide what's best for you, but I sure wish I hadn't wasted so many years of my life being fearful of the surgery that I now feel blessed to have had.

Good luck!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin![/quote

I see everyone goes through the same anxiety/fear of surgery. I am going to go through with it because I myself am always yoyo dieting and I know this will help with that. Congratulations on your surgery and happy holidays. By the way I'm taking that quote.

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AWESOME! Definitely keep us posted on your progress. Good luck!

Don't look back, turn the page, and let your next chapter begin!

It is normal to be nervous of surgery. However, it is a very safe, minimally invasive procedure. I had no pain and no complications. Wish I had done it a long time ago.

It's normal to be scared/nervous. I was fine until they brought me in for surgery prep. Pretty much cried right up until they knocked me out. Of course I was fine once I woke up [emoji23]