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Alright, Monday the 20th is the day scheduled for my surgery. Currently I've been on a liquid diet since the 30th of Oct. been the hardest thing I've ever done ! But thinking into the future I'm not sure I'm making the right decision. Has it been worth the struggles for you that have had the surgery?

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On 11/15/2017 at 1:58 PM, Paloomino78 said:

Has it been worth the struggles for you that have had the surgery?

@Paloomino78

struggles? what struggles? :lol:

YES, YES, YES for me it was

definitely worth it.!!

I had a very easy recovery

you might have some pain, gas,

other normal side effects right

after surgery.

but in the long run, for me, (and

many many/most OP) the WLS is

totally worth it!!:rolleyes:

when/if you read bad stories/posts

they stick out in your head - you don't

see the posts about how wonderful

things have gone.

as far as your cold feet? - put a pair

of socks on silly head:D

common phrase many people say,

"my only regret is not doing WLS sooner"

good luck on monday

speedy recovery

kathy

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Yes, it has been worth every moment since my surgery date of July 26, 2017. I just wish I would have done it sooner. It's normal to get cold feet as this is a big lifestyle decision. You still have a few more days to research, talk to others who had the surger and most importantly pray that you will have no regrets. It will take a few adjustments afterwards, but it's durable. I love my sleeve. I've lost a total of 80lbs and feel great. No more knee pain. Diabetis and high blood pressure is gone. You will do fine I wish you all the bes in the new and excited journey. Keep us posted. We're here to support you.

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