As I type this, I am on my way to my final pre-op appointment with my surgeon and my surgery is on Monday.

Ladies and gentlemen, I have been researching this for a few years. I know what to expect. I've followed my pre-op diet to the letter and I've even lost some weight. So why on earth am I so nervous right now? My heart feels like it's going to beat out of my chest.

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It's perfectly normal to feel that way. I was very nervous myself when I went in on Monday morning.

It was over in the blink of an eye and I was back home Tuesday by 4:00pm.

Today, the pain has decreased considerably. Felt like really bad cramps, but the pain killers helped.

I'm super excited about my future and you should be too.

I was nervous because so many people depend on me and I was scared of the chance that something could go wrong. But I realized this was something I needed to do if I wanted to be with my family for the long haul.

You can do this. Good Luck!

I think nervous is a normal feeling to have as time whines down.

Thank you for the support!

My appointment went well. The surgeon assured and reassured me that the I'm feeling is completely normal. I also met 2 of his patients that h!ad had surgery just last week. They also helped a lot! They told me how well their procedures went and sort of what to expect, although that part was a little different because they had gastric bypass and I'm getting the sleeve.

Anyway, I'm feeling a lot better. Thank you!!

I'd be more surprised if you weren't nervous! I know I was so nervous I was convinced I was going to die on the operating table. It's okay. It's going to be okay. You are not alone. Good luck!

Hi I just had my surgery on Monday. You will do great and being nervous is ok. I was at my most nervous Sunday evening. Then I got to the hospital and before I knew it I was in recovery. Now three days have already gone by and my sister and friends are taking care of me. I wish you all the best on your new journey.