Started Pre-Op Diet Yesterday. Surgery is 10/8

[Twism44 94]

Hello all.

Yesterday I started my pre-op diet. Surgery is set for 10/8. I guess this thing is really happening. I'm a little nervous about some things like the anesthesia, post-op diet, stuck food/dumping, loose skin, etc. I find that this forum helps but it also can be a little scary. Until finding my way to this site, I was unaware of the chances of post-op depression from missing food. That does not sound like fun.

Regardless, I'm here and going through with it. My main reason is quality of life as I age. I'm 48 and know if I don't lose weight I'll be facing some major health issues as I get older.

Thanks for letting me vent. I have faith that it will turn it fine but won't be easy.

[Bryn910 519]

It will be fine. Don’t sweat the small stuff because honestly, skin can be removed, hair grows back and food will always be there. The food is just a choice; a choice you have to make. No one isn’t saying you can’t ever eat your fave food again. You just can’t have them fried, or can’t have them 4x/week; you can’t indulge in a pint of ice cream etc.

Heck, you may no longer crave your fave foods! And that’s a good thing. The journey is different for everyone. Substitute your food addiction with clothes shopping; that’s what I did 😂😂

good luck on on your journey and keep us updated

[Jakesoldlady 44]

Good luck to you. They say it gets easier by the 3rd day. I start mine in 13 days. Surgery on the 16th.

[Frustr8 7,886]

And Good Luck and may it be all you dream of it being.☁🌈⛅

[Frustr8 7,886]

And the days are getting shorter to your REBITHDAY. May your futures days and Future 50s go well for You and Yours!😛