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55 Y/o - Scared but Excited - Edmonds, WA
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My story sounds a lot like so many others. I have...
deej31October 11, 2015
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My story sounds a lot like so many others. I have been reading blogs, watching You Tube videos and researching the medical side of VSG for about 15 months now. I had my first consultation in Feb 2015. Because of work commitments through the spring/summer months; I opted to participate in a medically managed weight loss program for a few months. I quickly learned alot. 1. I am allergic to whey - this has made finding a suitable protien shake a real challenge. 2. I self medicate with food far more then I ever realized. 3. I seriously lack self discipline!
These three things have me really worried about having the surgery. I have to start a low carb (less then 40gms/day) tomorrow. I've been playing around with it for about a week. But I always end up giving in to my cravings. I
I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who can relate to these issues and my fears about how this impact my post-op success. I have been going to counseling for many months which has revealed alot about myself and I have developed healthier habits in many other areas. The finality of the surgery scares me and I am afraid I won't be healthy if my bahavior and compliance with what I need to do isn't better then it currently is. Typing this for all to read - it sounds so lame! But, knkwing and desiring to do what needs to be done doesn't always relate to doing it. Any thoughts or feedback is appreciated.
These three things have me really worried about having the surgery. I have to start a low carb (less then 40gms/day) tomorrow. I've been playing around with it for about a week. But I always end up giving in to my cravings. I
I would really appreciate hearing from anyone who can relate to these issues and my fears about how this impact my post-op success. I have been going to counseling for many months which has revealed alot about myself and I have developed healthier habits in many other areas. The finality of the surgery scares me and I am afraid I won't be healthy if my bahavior and compliance with what I need to do isn't better then it currently is. Typing this for all to read - it sounds so lame! But, knkwing and desiring to do what needs to be done doesn't always relate to doing it. Any thoughts or feedback is appreciated.
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October 21, 2015
Not lame at all! Thousands of us here understand where you are.
I was worried about eating long term and the drastic changes. But then I listend to one girl on YouTube and it completely changed my mind.
Am I still nervous? Oh for sure. But I am no longer mourning what I thought was going to be saying goodbye to all tasty foods forever.
We must remember it is a tool for our success. I also realized my dependence on food to comfort me. So I got a therapist fast and plan to keep seeing her after.
I think more about how I got this big and I now take the time to work out my issues. It isn't perfect and I fail all the time. But this is still my best I can do.
The ladies in here are amazing and I am a complete fan of Clusie L on YouTube. She talked about real things. You can still have a cookie. But you can't eat a whole bag of Oreo's ! Relief washed over me. I can now work towards making a choice..do I even want a cookie. Our brains really change.
I wish you the very best! I hope hope hope my surgeryis in December! !
I was worried about eating long term and the drastic changes. But then I listend to one girl on YouTube and it completely changed my mind.
Am I still nervous? Oh for sure. But I am no longer mourning what I thought was going to be saying goodbye to all tasty foods forever.
We must remember it is a tool for our success. I also realized my dependence on food to comfort me. So I got a therapist fast and plan to keep seeing her after.
I think more about how I got this big and I now take the time to work out my issues. It isn't perfect and I fail all the time. But this is still my best I can do.
The ladies in here are amazing and I am a complete fan of Clusie L on YouTube. She talked about real things. You can still have a cookie. But you can't eat a whole bag of Oreo's ! Relief washed over me. I can now work towards making a choice..do I even want a cookie. Our brains really change.
I wish you the very best! I hope hope hope my surgeryis in December! !
October 21, 2015
Thank you for sharing! I hope you get your surgery date when you want it. I did pre-op visit yesterday and my surgery has been moved to 11/16. Need to get my B12 level up and a business trip planned for one week post-op was not acceptable to the MD. Can't lift more then 5-10# for 4-6 weeks. I was disappointed but better safe then sorry! Good luck to you.
November 12, 2015
I hope you get your surgery in December. I am just a few days away now. I am still seeing my therapist and the MD at the clinic where I was participating in a medical weight management program suggested a book by Judith Beck "How to Think Like a Thin Person". It's a cognitive therapy book and us making a lot of sense for me.
November 24, 2015
I can completely relate to this. I'm to n the exact same mindset. My surgery is scheduled for next Tuesday's...I guess I'm thinking that once I physically can't eat something, that will help...introducing a physical barrier.
UPDATED FROM deej31
26 days pre
Surgery postponed!
deej31October 21, 2015
I had pre-op visit yesterday and my surgery has been moved to 11/16. Need to get my B12 level up and a business trip planned for one week post-op was not acceptable to the MD. Can't lift more then 5-10# for 4-6 weeks. I was disappointed but better safe then sorry!
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UPDATED FROM deej31
5 days pre
5 Days to VSG!
deej31November 12, 2015
Well, I am 5 days away from surgery date. I don't feel as nervous as I thought I would be at this point. I've been taking my vitamins just like I'm supposed to be to get my VitD and B12 up. I think I have the protein drink issues resolved now. Getting through the holiday meals and events without telling anyone about my surgery and still transitioning through the diet plan toward regular meals scares me a little. I haven't stuck to my low carb diet very well either. I hope I haven't put myself in danger by not shrinking my liver enough.... Thoughts?
Hi there, welcome to the WLS community!
Good luck with your surgery! I hope everything goes well and you have a smooth recovery.
We have a very active Sleeve Forum, if you're looking for support. There are hundreds of other sleevers in there and we're all on the same journey.
You should also check out the links below to some guides, which may help you prepare.
Sleeve Gastrectomy Guide
Food Survival Guide
Nutritional Guide
Good luck and please keep us updated with your progress.