Hey everyone! I just joined the site about a month or so after discovering it. I first considered weight loss surgery about 6 years ago. It was put on hold for varying reasons. Last year, I finally decided to move forward, then COVID hit.

My first choice was the Lap Band, but after reading personal experiences on this site and others, I changed my mind. Also, my surgeon was willing to do the procedure, but he had made clear it typically was not as successful and had more long term complications (erosion, slippage, etc) than the sleeve or bypass. After scheduling an appointment to further discuss my options and the pros and cons of each type of surgery, I will now be having the gastric bypass procedure. Surgery is scheduled for next week (May 18th). I'm excited and also nervous.

I have mild anxiety, but it's controlled without medication and I see my therapist occasionally. For anyone with anxiety, how did you limit nervous or anxious feelings prior to surgery?

anxiety and nervousness before a surgery is extremely common, even for those of us who DON'T have anxiety issues. I've been nervous before every surgery I've ever had - it's very common!!

I don't have experience with anxiety, but wanted wish you the best of luck with your bypass! Definitely a smart choice compared to the lap band!

I had my bypass 16 months ago, and it was the best decision I ever made!

Looking forward to following your journey!

I journaled a lot. I did gratitudes, goals/desires, vision exercises. Also meditation and being outside! Putting my feet on the grass is very soothing

I take buspar cymbalta & amtripolyn.

I take Ativan twice a day. I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. I had them before the surgery, and also after.

It’s really common. I like to write and also meditation.