Revision VSG to DS scheduled

[Megange1]

So, after about 3 years of research and 6 months of insurance issues, I'm finally scheduled to have my revision surgery from VSG to DS on June 30. I will be getting resleeved and it will be an open procedure. Now that's it's scheduled, I feel terrified. I feel confident I can do the post-op diet, I know I'm doing this for the right reasons this time, and I know I have a solid support system. I just can't seem to get over the elemental fear of dying during the surgery or not being able to handle the pain after. I've had to have a lot of surgeries in the past 5 years, so I can't pretend I don't know what to expect. I know in the long run that this is what is best for my health, but only if I make it through surgery. I just really love my husband and my life right now, and I want to have babies with him, but I know without this surgery, I won't be healthy enough to, as I'm having really bad joint issues at my current weight. So, I guess I'm just asking for an pre-op pearls of wisdoms or questions/things you wish you'd known or done before your surgery? Thank you!

 

[nedsmehlp]

Good luck! You will do great. I had my revision from VSG to DS 9 weeks ago. It was the best decision I ever made! I was petrified! Especially since I am 67! I kept thinking what if I have a stroke during surgery and wake up paralyzed on one side, etc., etc. Well, I woke up and was just fine. I have to say, I feel so fortunate because I have not had any major problems or pain. I hope the same for you!

 

[DianaCox]

Who is your surgeon? Why are you being resleeved? Some people need it - just wondering why you are getting it done, because resleeving is the riskier part of the surgery you are having.

 

[Megange1]

Who is your surgeon? Why are you being resleeved? Some people need it - just wondering why you are getting it done, because resleeving is the riskier part of the surgery you are having.

Dr. Rabkin is my surgeon, and I need to be resleeved because it was not sleeved correctly the first time.

 

[Pink Unicorn]

No pearls of wisdom, just wishes of good luck here.

 

[Larra]

Great surgeon and excellent reason for the resleeve! Being nervous is normal. You will be in good, experienced hands. You will get through this.

 

[DianaCox]

Dr. Rabkin is my surgeon, and I need to be resleeved because it was not sleeved correctly the first time.

OK, good. I would trust Rabkin with my life (and have, even though it was his brother who did my initial surgery), and he's not one to do unnecessary procedures. I retract my concerns - good luck!