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Miss Tickle
Well-Known Member
Hello Lorne, Welcome to the site. You'll find lots of support, advice and friendship here to help you through your journey. I know I have !
It's totally normal to feel scared. The day will go very quickly and you'll be 'done' before you know it. I practised breathing exercises to keep me calm.
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Good luck xx
It's totally normal to feel scared. The day will go very quickly and you'll be 'done' before you know it. I practised breathing exercises to keep me calm.
Please fill in your personal details so we know a bit more about you.
Good luck xx
Miss Tickle
Well-Known Member
I think that's why the right forum is so helpful. I don't know anyone who has had surgery in the 'real' world either. I do talk to my partner about it but he doesn't have the personal experience and I've found that there's nothing like chatting to people who have gone through ,or are going to go through, the same thing.
Have a good look round the site, and post lots to get your posts up to 50. A lot of people play the word games lie Word Association to boost this. Once you get to 50 you can send and receive personal messages and read peoples diaries. They are a great source of information, reassurance and inspiration.
Search the site for frightened, worried and scared and you'll see lots of posts written pre-op and the advice that was given.
Have a good look round the site, and post lots to get your posts up to 50. A lot of people play the word games lie Word Association to boost this. Once you get to 50 you can send and receive personal messages and read peoples diaries. They are a great source of information, reassurance and inspiration.
Search the site for frightened, worried and scared and you'll see lots of posts written pre-op and the advice that was given.
Josiegirl
New Member
Hi Lorne and welcome from me also. I had my bypass two weeks ago. We all go through a huge range of different emotions on the run up to the op and this is perfectly normal.
I am sure you will be fine. Just remember that your surgical team are highly trained in what they do. They are used to operating on overweight people and, most important of all they would not even suggest surgery if they thought you were at risk.
Also remember that your age will greatly lower any risk. If it is any comfort to you it was on my 62nd birthday that I had my bypass. Sending you hugs
I am sure you will be fine. Just remember that your surgical team are highly trained in what they do. They are used to operating on overweight people and, most important of all they would not even suggest surgery if they thought you were at risk.
Also remember that your age will greatly lower any risk. If it is any comfort to you it was on my 62nd birthday that I had my bypass. Sending you hugs
luckyla
New Member
Welcome Lorne
The night before my op I was so frightened and tearful.
You will find the inner strength you need to get you through.
Be brave and strong
There are so many lovely people on here that will be there for you, to support you on your journey.
Once your op is done you'll realise it's the best decision you ever made!
Good luck xx
The night before my op I was so frightened and tearful.
You will find the inner strength you need to get you through.
Be brave and strong
There are so many lovely people on here that will be there for you, to support you on your journey.
Once your op is done you'll realise it's the best decision you ever made!
Good luck xx
Bonnie66
New Member
Hi lorne
I'm new to the site, joined on Friday my op is on the 4th Oct. I'm on my second day of liver reduction diet. I have found everyone on this site very helpful. Ask any question and there is always someone who will answer and give you reassurance.
Good luck with your op on Monday.
Will be thinking of you! ;~}
I'm new to the site, joined on Friday my op is on the 4th Oct. I'm on my second day of liver reduction diet. I have found everyone on this site very helpful. Ask any question and there is always someone who will answer and give you reassurance.
Good luck with your op on Monday.
Will be thinking of you! ;~}
Peterborough Guy
Luton and Dunstable
Dont be scared mate, its going to be life changing, and you will start living and liking your life again soon.
lamornamiss
wants to be a loser
You are about to have major surgery.
Anyone would feel the same as you do at the moment.
Phone a friend or family member.
You need someone who can physically be there for you at this moment in time.
Good Luck and come back and let us know how you got one as soon as possible
Miss Tickle
Well-Known Member
Your op day will go quickly, and you'll both be back on the wards before you know it. Very best of luck to both of you xxx
TwinkleTwinkle
A Very Happy Bunny
Hi & Welcome Lorne (love the name) You are bound to be nervous ... we are human after all, but have a good read on here & 99% of people feel exactly as you do but look what you stand to gain from one day of fear ... good luck for tomorrow, sweetie & happy rest of your, fitter, healthier life xx
(love the name) You are bound to be nervous ... we are human after all, but have a good read on here & 99% of people feel exactly as you do but look what you stand to gain from one day of fear ... good luck for tomorrow, sweetie & happy rest of your, fitter, healthier life xx Kath in Buxton
New Member
Good luck Lorne!! I realise that it is so late that you may have been to theatre and come back by the time you read this, in that case let's hope it's all gone well for you. I'm quite sure it will
You've certainly come to the right web site to find support. Everyone here is great. And we're all in the same boat.
You've certainly come to the right web site to find support. Everyone here is great. And we're all in the same boat.
