Hi All. My gastric sleeve surgery is scheduled for this Monday, the 2nd and my anxiety is through the roof right now. I’m fearful of getting cold feet. I’ve been working towards this for almost a year and now that it’s here I’m in a panic. My biggest fear is the nausea afterwards as I hate vomiting and I have this fear that I will be nauseous for the rest of my life. How long does it usually last? I just hope I’m making the right decision.

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I understand the nerves. I had sleeve back in March 2018. When you check in at the hospital, ask the anesthesiologists for something to calm your nerves. Keep thinking of how much better you will feel and how much healthier you will be.

I had zero nausea with my sleeve. Plus they give you anti nausea meds in hospital and a script to use at home.

Try to stay busy and keep your mind off it. You will be just fine.

it would be pretty rare to have nausea the rest of your life. You might the first few days after surgery, but even that's not a guarantee. Some people do, some don't. But for the rest of your life or even beyond the immediate post-op period - no - not likely.

No nausea or anything here but bypass

My dr. prescribde me Zofran for the nausea.

Think about the excitement of continuing your weight loss journey. Only with the super power of restriction.

I am about to get surgery myself and I have to say the excitement outweighs the fear for me.

Good luck and know that we are all rooting for you!

I just passed my 1 year anniversary of my sleeve surgery and I couldn't be happier. I didn't have any side effects and have lost 113 pounds. I also have multiple sclerosis and the

Fact that I'm lighter is making my mobility much easier. Only regret I have is not doing it sooner. Good luck to you! You've got this!

I'm glad to see this thread, because I need to express my concerns & thoughts. I'm scared of so many things as surgery is getting closer. I'm afraid of not looking like myself because I've lost too much weight,excessive loose skin, losing all of my hair, family and friends being alarmed when they see me after not seeing me. Complications from surgery and many concerns, that I know are mind tricks. My medical team and I have discussed these issues, I'm just scared. I've been obese for so long, I'm scared of what healthy looks like for me now.

I know I'm being dramatic, fear of the unknown.

You aren't going to be nauseous for the rest of your life. Just take it easy, follow your plan and listen to your body and what it likes after surgery. Hydrate, rest, protein and believe in yourself.

Edited December 2, 20196 yr by Krimsonbutterflies

59 minutes ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm glad to see this thread, because I need to express my concerns & thoughts. I'm scared of so many things as surgery is getting closer. I'm afraid of not looking like myself because I've lost too much weight,excessive loose skin, losing all of my hair, family and friends being alarmed when they see me after not seeing me. Complications from surgery and many concerns, that I know are mind tricks. My medical team and I have discussed these issues, I'm just scared. I've been obese for so long, I'm scared of what healthy looks like for me now.

I know I'm being dramatic, fear of the unknown.

You aren't going to be nauseous for the rest of your life. Just take it easy, follow your plan and listen to your body and what it likes after surgery. Hydrate, rest, Protein and believe in yourself.

1) there are a lot more people who never make it to goal than there are people who lose too much weight. Besides, you have control over that. If you're feeling you're getting too low, you can increase your calories and stop the weight loss

2) yes - a lot of us deal with excessive skin, but it's easy for most of us to hide. You're likely the only one who'll know it's there. And if it drives you nuts, there's always plastic surgery

3) you will not lose all your hair. No one loses all their hair. There are a few who experience hair coming out in clumps, and there are a few who lose no hair at all. Most of us notice some "shedding" for a few months, but we're the only ones who notice it. And it grows back.

4) I heard no comments of alarm, even after losing over 200 lbs. People either didn't say anything at all (which I thought was very odd, as surely they noticed - maybe they just don't think it's appropriate to discuss weight??), or they went on & on about how great I looked

5) complications are uncommon and for those of us who have them, most are minor

6) nausea is not uncommon the first few days or weeks, but for life? No. That would be very rare. Plus they can give you Zofran to control it the first few days/weeks if it's bothersome

I cannot even begin to tell you how happy I am to have had this surgery. I LOVE being normal weight and NEVER want to be obese again!! It is worth EVERYTHING. I do remember worrying incessantly when I was a pre-op and early post-op about losing hair and excess skin. I lost very little hair - and my excess skin was easy to hide. No one knew it was there. In retrospect, I cannot believe I wasted even ONE brain cell worrying about these things. They are so insignificant in light of all the positive changes I went through. I would have this surgery again in a heartbeat - and if I had to go back every year to have it again, I would! Best decision I ever made. My only regret is that I didn't have it YEARS ago!

Edited December 2, 20196 yr by catwoman7

2 hours ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm glad to see this thread, because I need to express my concerns & thoughts. I'm scared of so many things as surgery is getting closer. I'm afraid of not looking like myself because I've lost too much weight,excessive loose skin, losing all of my hair, family and friends being alarmed when they see me after not seeing me. Complications from surgery and many concerns, that I know are mind tricks. My medical team and I have discussed these issues, I'm just scared. I've been obese for so long, I'm scared of what healthy looks like for me now.

I know I'm being dramatic, fear of the unknown.

You aren't going to be nauseous for the rest of your life. Just take it easy, follow your plan and listen to your body and what it likes after surgery. Hydrate, rest, Protein and believe in yourself.

This is exactly how I feel too! I’m so glad I’m not the only one. It’s such a mixed bag of emotions right now. My surgery is in 2 weeks.

2 hours ago, catwoman7 said:

1) there are a lot more people who never make it to goal than there are people who lose too much weight. Besides, you have control over that. If you're feeling you're getting too low, you can increase your calories and stop the weight loss

2) yes - a lot of us deal with excessive skin, but it's easy for most of us to hide. You're likely the only one who'll know it's there. And if it drives you nuts, there's always plastic surgery

3) you will not lose all your hair. No one loses all their hair. There are a few who experience hair coming out in clumps, and there are a few who lose no hair at all. Most of us notice some "shedding" for a few months, but we're the only ones who notice it. And it grows back.

4) I heard no comments of alarm, even after losing over 200 lbs. People either didn't say anything at all (which I thought was very odd, as surely they noticed - maybe they just don't think it's appropriate to discuss weight??), or they went on & on about how great I looked

5) complications are uncommon and for those of us who have them, most are minor

6) nausea is not uncommon the first few days or weeks, but for life? No. That would be very rare. Plus they can give you Zofran to control it the first few days/weeks if it's bothersome

I cannot even begin to tell you how happy I am to have had this surgery. I LOVE being normal weight and NEVER want to be obese again!! It is worth EVERYTHING. I do remember worrying incessantly when I was a pre-op and early post-op about losing hair and excess skin. I lost very little hair - and my excess skin was easy to hide. No one knew it was there. In retrospect, I cannot believe I wasted even ONE brain cell worrying about these things. They are so insignificant in light of all the positive changes I went through. I would have this surgery again in a heartbeat - and if I had to go back every year to have it again, I would! Best decision I ever made. My only regret is that I didn't have it YEARS ago!

I'm in relief tears, because you understand what I'm feeling. Thank you for answering me in such detail. BP is like a journal entry for me that responds to what I'm expressing. I love having this support system ?. My actual support system is selectively small, by my personal choice. I'm private and respect other's rights to their privacy as well. I have 2 people in my support group who are Post-op, one had to revise from vsg to rny (major complications after revision this year).

I read these posts and truly value everyone sharing their very personal experiences. This is like Cliff Notes for Bariatric Surgery.

45 minutes ago, JediMom said:

This is exactly how I feel too! I’m so glad I’m not the only one. It’s such a mixed bag of emotions right now. My surgery is in 2 weeks.

What's your date? Stay focused on what your "why" ? Why are you having the surgery? I want to reverse a few health issues, before they progress into something unmanageable. Why manage when I can eliminate certain comorbidities!!! The past 6-7 years have had various health issues that I don't want to ignore, this has been a journey. Thankfully I have a caring Dr. and I also care about myself -- we worked together, to see what was actually going on with me. This was a long journey to Bariatrics in retrospect, this surgery is what my Dr and Specialist felt is the best tool to help me get 200% healthy.

I think if we didn't have some nerves, that would be very unusual.

11 hours ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

What's your date? Stay focused on what your "why" ? Why are you having the surgery? I want to reverse a few health issues, before they progress into something unmanageable. Why manage when I can eliminate certain comorbidities!!! The past 6-7 years have had various health issues that I don't want to ignore, this has been a journey. Thankfully I have a caring Dr. and I also care about myself -- we worked together, to see what was actually going on with me. This was a long journey to Bariatrics in retrospect, this surgery is what my Dr and Specialist felt is the best tool to help me get 200% healthy.

I think if we didn't have some nerves, that would be very unusual.

I’m scheduled for 12/16. My main why is because I have young children and miss out on things with them. I want to be there for them in the future and as they get older. If i stay on the road I’m on that may not happen and I can develop additional medical issues that will effect me long term.

when is your surgery date?

15 minutes ago, JediMom said:

I’m scheduled for 12/16. My main why is because I have young children and miss out on things with them. I want to be there for them in the future and as they get older. If i stay on the road I’m on that may not happen and I can develop additional medical issues that will effect me long term.

when is your surgery date?

I'm praying for you, you are going to be up and interacting with your family like never before. My date is 1/31/20. Time is going by very quickly, you'll soon be telling us how well you are recovering. You are a Jedi, lol. Wish I could send you a pair of Star Wars socks for the hospital. I want to be here for my grandson as well, I love that baby.

I am Praying for you. My date is March 2000.

11 hours ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm praying for you, you are going to be up and interacting with your family like never before. My date is 1/31/20. Time is going by very quickly, you'll soon be telling us how well you are recovering. You are a Jedi, lol. Wish I could send you a pair of Star Wars socks for the hospital. I want to be here for my grandson as well, I love that baby.

You are so kind! Thank you for your kind words!!! We are a Star Wars/Disney loving family. I can’t wait for this summer to be able to go outside and not just always feeling too tired to do anything and my knees and feet hurting. Day 1 of preop diet wasn’t too bad until I got home. The shakes kept me very full. Vanilla doesn’t taste good but chocolate is my go to.

5 minutes ago, JediMom said:

You are so kind! Thank you for your kind words!!! We are a Star Wars/Disney loving family. I can’t wait for this summer to be able to go outside and not just always feeling too tired to do anything and my knees and feet hurting. Day 1 of preop diet wasn’t too bad until I got home. The shakes kept me very full. vanilla doesn’t taste good but chocolate is my go to.

Well, May the force be with you. Congrats on day 1. You've got this.