Katinka Report post Posted March 21 @tracyringo @Phoenix97 @AliPat You guys are AMAZING & I can't express in words how much you guys are helping me to stay strong! Phoenix - I'm shocked it's even more difficult to quit than that white stuff! Ayyy. It is really challenging. There isn't like, a specific trigger I can avoid. That's because I pretty much smoked everywhere and for any reason..my co-workers smoke like chimney's, my family too..and I literally have no choice but to just deal. BUT I've got my eyes on the prize!! Just taking a whole lot of really deep breathes and chewing a whole lot of gum.. it's been my saving grace! Thanks to every single person on here who has taken the time to write me an encouraging word or give me advice, or share their experience. I am delighted to not only have someone to talk to about all this, but to feel a part of a community. It's a beautiful thing, and I am grateful. 3 Phoenix97, tracyringo and Jen581791 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Readytobeme Report post Posted March 21 Ooh, you are doing well especially if you are constantly exposed to other smokers. After this, weight loss will be a piece of cake 1 tracyringo reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracyringo Report post Posted March 21 We didn't smoke in the house at the time I had to quit so that made it much easier on me. The nicotine free vape was a life saver that first month. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katinka Report post Posted April 14 Guys, my VSG surgery is happening this Monday at noon! I am so excited and a bit anxious. I have a 3 day pre-op diet that I began today. Ahhh! 4 Phoenix97, tracyringo, Jen581791 and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Readytobeme Report post Posted April 14 1 hour ago, Katinka said: Guys, my VSG surgery is happening this Monday at noon! I am so excited and a bit anxious. I have a 3 day pre-op diet that I began today. Ahhh! That is awesome news, Katinka! Please do keep us posted of your progress. I know that you will do well. 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gretta Report post Posted April 14 4 hours ago, Katinka said: Guys, my VSG surgery is happening this Monday at noon! I am so excited and a bit anxious. I have a 3 day pre-op diet that I began today. Ahhh! Yeah!!!! Best wishes for a great surgery. 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankyliz Report post Posted April 14 You will be fine xxx I worried loads and it was much better than I expected. X 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jen581791 Report post Posted April 14 Great to hear it's coming up soon! Best of luck and may it go as smoothly as possible. You've got some amazing times ahead 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cinwa Report post Posted April 14 Just the weekend to get through Katinka! Keep busy, check that you have everything ready for when you come home and try and relax (easier said than done I know). 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BurgundyBoy Report post Posted April 15 @Katinka Hope all well. Just put one foot in front of the other and you will be on the other side of your surgery. My wife quit smoking about 30 years ago. She still has dreams about it. Deeply ingrained. Good luck BB 1 Katinka reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katinka Report post Posted April 15 Thank you all so much. Tomorrow is my big day. Thanks for your support and well wishes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katinka Report post Posted April 15 Ps Has anyone had their surgery through one port only? They will be going in through my belly button, so I won’t have any scars. Just curious. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie Bear Report post Posted April 16 Best wishes for your surgery today. I hope everything goes smoothly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Res Ipsa Report post Posted April 16 I cannot wait to welcome you to the losers bench! Good luck with the surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Readytobeme Report post Posted April 16 5 hours ago, Katinka said: Ps Has anyone had their surgery through one port only? They will be going in through my belly button, so I won’t have any scars. Just curious. Thanks. I had 5 incisions but, the only one that may possibly leave a small scar is the one on the right side that gave me a bit of trouble. My Dr said that was the one that she did most of the work through and really had to stretch it out. You will be the first that I have heard from directly about the single incision surgery. Hang in there. It will be over before you know it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephtay Report post Posted April 16 Not sure how I missed this thread! Congratulations and it sounds like you are doing great! I quit smoking about 16 years ago. The info below helped me immensely. I read it so often I used to have it memorized. Benefits of Quitting As soon as you quit, your body begins to repair the damage caused by smoking. See the health benefits you'll experience as soon as 20 minutes to 15 years after quitting. 20 Minutes After Quitting: Your heart rate drops to a normal level. 12 Hours After Quitting: The carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. 2 Weeks to 3 Months After Quitting: Your risk of having a heart attack begins to drop. Your lung function begins to improve. 1 to 9 Months After Quitting: Your coughing and shortness of breath decrease. 1 Year After Quitting: Your added risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker's. 5 to 15 Years After Quitting: Your risk of having a stroke is reduced to that of a nonsmoker's. Your risk of getting cancer of the mouth, throat, or esophagus is half that of a smoker's. 10 Years After Quitting: Your risk of dying from lung cancer is about half that of a smoker's. Your risk of getting bladder cancer is half that of a smoker's. Your risk of getting cervical cancer or cancer of the larynx, kidney or pancreas decreases. 15 Years After Quitting: Your risk of coronary heart disease is the same as that of a nonsmoker. 1 Jen581791 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
