Hi everyone,

I don't know why but I'm super nervous about tomorrow. I have been reading everyone's stories and most of my fears have been relieved but I made the mistake of going onto youtube and watching the surgery. For everyone who's had the surgery how do you feel? Is it just my surgeon or does everyone get an empty band? I won't have my first fill until week 3. Is that normal?

Thanks in advance....

My surgery is tommorrow as well!

And i am so excited :smile2:

Maybe i wont feel so excited after its over, but i just cant wait to get it over with.

I lost 10 pounds on my preop and that just got me more thrilled. just think we are starting a new journey in our life.

It's perfectly normal to feel nervous about the surgery, but once it's done, you'll be amazed at how easy a recovery you'll have. I was up and walking 1 hour after coming out of recovery. Pain was minimal, and the drugs were great!

You'll come through it just fine.

Most people have their band inserted empty, I've heard of having a minimal amount of Fluid in the band when installed, but I think that's pretty rare.

Good luck tomorrow!!!!!

Bryan

I just had surgery yesterday, and I was very nervous beforehand. However, the medical staff was all very professional and sensitive and (suprisingly cheerful at 5a.m.!). My surgery went well, and I had really expected to be in more pain-- it's not too bad. I'm a bit more sore today than yesterday right after surgery though, but I didn't even take pain meds except before bed last night.

You'll do just fine-- chin up and you'll be so happy once it's done!

Everyone at the hospital was super-supportive and they try to make you feel more comfortable.

After your pre-op preparation, they wheel you into the operating room, and then before you know it you wake up in recovery. The anesthesia made me feel a bit sick, but not for long, and I was able to sleep once they took me to my room. My doctor discharged me by 3pm.

Lisa

Oh, and my doctor said he had a little bit of Fluid in my band when insterted.

Lisa

My sister and I are also scheduled for tomorrow. We are both really nervous but so excited at the same time. I know this is expected and I'm thankful for all the positive feedback I get by reading everyone's stories. I'm also glad that we are doing this together and will have each other for support.

We have to stay overnight at the hospital and we are anxious to get it over with and get back home to our families.

Good Luck to all of us tomorrow!!!!

"We can start our lives over at any time. Let us Begin now!" :smile2:

I made the mistake of going onto youtube and watching the surgery.

I also watched the video on youtube, and it made me feel better after watching it. I realized it really wasn't that invasive a surgery, it wasn't a bloody, horrific thing, and it really helped me relax about it. My 5-year old and 3-year old watched it too (after I was sure it wasn't going to scare them) and it helped ease their minds. They knew what was going to happen, and knew what to expect afterwards. (Mommy's going to be sore and have boo-boo's, no Mommy won't feel it when they do it, etc.)

Try to think of it as educational, informed consent. Because really, how much more informed can you be? :crying: And remember, you won't feel or see or even remember any of it. So even with that knowledge, there's also a sense of "I know they did that to me, but I don't remember so it's okay."

Don't stress it! Most everyone does great afterwards. And it's the next step to a healthier you!

My first fill won't be until week 5. I think it's pretty normal to get an empty/mostly empty band. It's so our stomachs can get used to something being there and letting everything heal before they start putting in saline for restriction.

Hang in there, we're all rooting for you!

I am soooo excited for you, your big day is finally here:thumbup:, YOU WILL BE FINE, just take it easy and breathe and tomorrow will be here & you will be amongst the banded!!!:crying:

You are in my prayers & I will be thinking of you tomorrow....

Keep us posted.

TTYS

It's perfectly normal to feel nervous about the surgery, but once it's done, you'll be amazed at how easy a recovery you'll have. I was up and walking 1 hour after coming out of recovery. Pain was minimal, and the drugs were great!

You'll come through it just fine.

Bryan

Thanks for the encouragement and for sharing your experience. Also, congratulations on being just a few pounds away from GOAL!

good luck to everyone having surgery tomorrow! I did not have a fill and am not scheduled to get one until June 16th. I was hoping for sooner! I had surgery May 6th. I'm down 9 lbs in just 1 week!

I watched the video on youtube and it made me feel better before my surgery. It amazed me how quick, really, the whole procedure is. I never had surgery before and was scared out of my mind before "going under". HA, soooo easy. Everyone who is having surgery tomorrow good luck and you all will do great. Remember that the pain you may or may not feel WILL pass and you will not regret your decision. Good luck and let us know how you are doing afterwards. Oh yeah, my doc left my band unfilled and will not fill until at least 7 weeks.

Good Luck. Your in my prayers I know all will go well.