I just went to the grocery to buy everything for the liver shrinking diet, which I start Monday the 3rd.

It just got real and I'm scared

I've never had surgery. I'm not afraid of my life after, just afraid of the surgery itself.

It can be a bit intimidating if you've never been under before. It really is like falling asleep and waking up in the morning. You don't really recall that moment you went out. I actually lost the first few minutes before going under. I remember heading back to surgery and that's it. Next thing I knew I was waking up in recovery.

I've been under like 4 times now I think for various things. You'll do just fine

I just went to the grocery to buy everything for the liver shrinking diet, which I start Monday the 3rd.
It just got real and I'm scared
I've never had surgery. I'm not afraid of my life after, just afraid of the surgery itself.

This is EXACTLY how I feel. Although I HAVE had surgeries before they were minor (carple tunnel and other hand surgeries) I am VERY afraid of the surgery and possible complications more than anything else. I really think everything will be ok. I tend to worry about things needlessly. Good luck!!!

It is normal to be scared and nervous. I have had numerous surgeries. The medical team, surgeons, anesthesiologist, etc. always made me feel super comfortable; I am sure your's will too. If I was overly anxious they (anesthesiology) gave me something to relax, etc. Before knew it I was in recovery. The biggest challenge for me was nausea, but once the anesthesia wore off, I felt soooo much better. Constipation is my biggest challenge 5 months out. The good thing is that it is treatable. Before you know it you will be on the "loser's bench." Thinking of you.

It is normal to be scared and nervous. I have had numerous surgeries. The medical team, surgeons, anesthesiologist, etc. always made me feel super comfortable; I am sure your's will too. If I was overly anxious they (anesthesiology) gave me something to relax, etc. Before knew it I was in recovery. The biggest challenge for me was nausea, but once the anesthesia wore off, I felt soooo much better. Constipation is my biggest challenge 5 months out. The good thing is that it is treatable. Before you know it you will be on the "loser's bench." Thinking of you.

Thank you for your kind words. I can't wait to be on the loser's bench! I know it will all be worth it. I always get myself all worked up about things and then, after they're over I feel stupid for worrying so much. Did you have the sleeve? How are you doing?