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Vickichacha · 03-16-2009, 03:30 PM

Oh no!
I think every one on this forum understands your situation.I know I would have gone a little bit crazy waiting.I can relate to you being frightened of changing your mind because of your fears.I was so scared pre-op and what a waste of emotion that was.
If my experience means anything I would just hope that you could finally put those fears to bed and just go a little crazy anticipating the wonderful new you that is on the horizon.
Yes Aviator was my greatest support and his wisdom managed to get me through those dark pre-op days.I think re-reading threads like his is your best stategy.
I am 4 weeks post-op and there has not been a day where I don't thank God for my new life.I haven't had any problems nor have any of the other sleevers I have met.I met up with a two week post -op sleever yesterday and I could see mirrored in her eyes the way I feel.I could see the same change in her that I am experiencing and it doesn't just relate to weight loss.It is like experiencing Christmas as a child.It is a new you-a much happier and healthier one.
I really don't understand some of the changes I have experienced.It is like a miracle.I have previously mentioned my pre-existing medical problems that I no longer have.They include high blood pressure,pre-diabetes,hypothydroidism,palpitations(from damage done to my heart when anaemic) and the worst of all anxiety.PLUS a good but not very romantic hubby.

1. I had been on anti-anxiety tablets for over a decade and despite trying to wean myself off from these NON-addictive drug I never managed to despite many attempts -doing it the right way.My panic attacks from the withdrawal were worse than the ones I initially took the meds for.I was stuck with them!!
Post-op-I couldn't take them because of not being able to get them down at first.After a few days I started to notice that my panic attacks from withdrawal were not happening.So each day I monitored how I was going and now it has been 4 weeks free of medication with NO panic attacks.I would have been happy to continue my tablets forever to avoid those panic attacks from withdrawal.

WHY/HOW did the op fix my problem with withdrawal from my anxiety tablets?Maybe I should have had my tummy removed to help me stop smoking years ago!!!!
I just don't understand this.The up side is that not only am I anxiety and withdrawal symptom free I am also more emotional-in a healthy way.I can cry happy and sad tears again when watching TV!!I can physically show my emotions with friends etc etc instead of just feeling them

.I realise I have to keep monitoring myself but that is something that I had to do pre-surgery anyway.

2.Blood pressure and heart-rate.
Pre-op I took 2 different tablets to control my BP and heart rate.My resting heart rate at worst was 165bpm but without meds was about 140bpm.With meds it was about 90-100bpm.Immediately after the op it dropped to 60bpm and is now about 70bpm.I haven't needed to take any BP or heart rate meds since the op.My BP is usually about 130/75-without meds.Can you imagine how good I feel?

What I can't understand is why have I experienced these changes when I still had those medical problems when I weighed much less than I do now.The actual loss of weight is not the answer.

3. Thyroid.
I feel so good I am scared to take my medication!!I have so much energy now.I can't trust what I might get up to if I go back on this medication!!I have to ask the Dr if I really need it.My kids are complaining about my high energy behaviour as they can't sleep in anymore!I am too busy!!

4.My husband.
This is the biggest change/miracle.

How has my having this op managed to turn my disinterested 56 year old hubby back into my most wonderful 29 year old boyfriend again? This is my greatest mystery and he is as bewildered as myself.It can't be just the weight loss as I have been doing the diet yo-yo for decades and have weighed much less at times-and the magic wasn't happenning then so why now?I am even going out on a date with him-the first in over 20 years!!!

Not all is PERFECT!! The only downside is that I can't stop window shopping for smaller clothes!!

I haven't just window shopped but also bought in anticipation of the smaller me!!
Sorry about the length of this reply BUT Hyacinth the new you with the magical benefits is something worth the anticipation!

Hychap2009 · 03-16-2009, 03:49 PM

Oh thank you Vickichacha.

I'm glad someone understands. I feel so happy for you, particularly around your health issues (that were). How fantastic is that. You may know that one of the reasons I was adviced to have WLS was due to my health issues. My blood pressure and diabetes is extremely hard to control, I'm also PCOS. I pray that when I eventually have my op, I too will regain energy, its been so long it hard to imagine that I'll every feel energetic again. Seriously, I have to beleive that I will.

I just need to get over today and keep going. I had reached the point where I was so looking forward to finally getting it sorted. I've been attending appointments since January last year, possibly before that, undergoing tests in preparation for this op. So this is dragging on and on. They are so matter of fact about it.

Anyway thank you for your kind words and for reminding me of the benefits of have GS. They sure do outweigh everything else. You keep up the good work, I hope to see more posting from you, you too are inspirational. Bet you never imagined that would be you. lol.

Regards

Hyacinth.

Aviator · 03-16-2009, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Vickichacha

... Yes Aviator was my greatest support and his wisdom managed to get me through those dark pre-op days.I think re-reading threads like his is your best stategy....

You saying this makes keeping Aviator's Log Book worth the effort. Im reallly, really happy for you.

All the best from Bahrain.

ardita · 03-17-2009, 08:55 PM

hey Avi-you there???

Aviator · 03-17-2009, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ardita

hey Avi-you there???

Can I help you?

Hychap2009 · 03-23-2009, 10:22 AM

Hey everyone, you'll never guess what. I decided to phone the hospital again as the last call left me a bit down. This time I wanted to speak to the person in charge of the managing the waiting list. Well, well, well. I started by saying that despite being told that someone would call me back, I heard nothing from them; I informed her of the information I was given at my last appointment in Janaurary and explained that it was a contraditiction to what I was told when I called. Anyway, to cut it short. She told me that I have been placed on the waiting list for Dr Patel, I should recieve my pre-assessment appointment in May and that my date will likely be towards the end of May early June. See, just as I was told in Jan. Yea.

I've got a really awful cold at the minute, but doing everything so that I can still go to my water aerobics tomorrow. If my nose is still flooding then it will be a no, no. I really want to go.

Needless to say I'm feeling so upbeat.

Regards

Hyacinth.

Songbird · 03-23-2009, 11:13 AM

Try to keep your head up....hopefully it will all work out. My friend had the gastric sleeve, and has done very well with her surgery. She's over 2 mos. out. I wanted the sleeve, but my insurance wouldn't cover it:-(

Hychap2009 · 03-23-2009, 02:02 PM

Thank you.

Hyacinth

Vickichacha · 03-23-2009, 02:21 PM

Dear Hyacinth,
Isn't this forum the best?
Here I am in Australia at 7.17am-suppossedly getting ready for work- feeling excited for someone else stepping closer to a new life-someone who I have never met/related to etc.
Have a great say but I imagine you will be day dreaming about the positives that lie ahead.
FANTASTIC news

Hychap2009 · 03-23-2009, 03:18 PM

Oh Vickichacha

It's wonderful really. Equally, its amazing to think that someone all the way across the world; never meet in my life, would be interested in my well being and pleased for me. I suppose the people we meet and develop friendships with are pretty unique as we have a unique experience to share. Sometimes when I speak to my husband about my preparation and soon to be surgery, he appears interested but I'm afraid I'm boring him to death. hahaha He really does try to appear interested, but maybe I'm going on about it too much. Poor thing. On here though you can just vent your feelings, share your fears and concerns also your joys, successes and achievements. It's like having couselling, you can talk and talk, and feel that someone is just listening and helping you to focus on the positive things. I remember the first time I read one of your posts. You sounded just like me. Now look at you. WoW. Initially I was concerned that my surgery would be scheduled just before my birthday and spoil it for me, but with the waiting list situation, I just pray everything will go ok for me. It looks like I'll be sipping liquids for my 50th birthday, lol oh well. Again, I pray that this surgery will help to improve my health and give me a better quality of life, what better gift can I be granted.

Thanks Vickichacha, it's great knowing that your just there supporting me. Thank you.

Regards

Hyacinth