Coping and plastics
I have a hernia and insurance has approved to have my panni removed at the same time. While I am thrilled, I am really scared and starting to freak a little since surgery is 6/9.
I have never not had a huge panni...well I've had it as long as I can remember anyway. I can't imagine wha it's going to look like when all is said and done..plus I'm not at goal so its not like I'm going to be all skinny.
I really think I'm going to have a harder time emotionally with this surgery than my initial sleeve. My surgeon, therapist and trainer all think having this gone is going to be the last thing to get me to goal..the think not having it will be a huge difference that will make my mind see the changes I've made and motivate me to move forward. I agree that I use my weight to protect me...and feel safe t this weight...normal but still fat if that makes sense...
So I'm wondering if there's anyone else out there that had this and felt the same way? Did I ge better.
14 pounds lost before surgery. My first ticker is when I hit onderland: this was my goal when I started on this journey. I want to focus on that right now...once I get there I can reevaluate.
My second ticker is my dream goal. Even if I only visit there for a short time, it would be nice to see that number just once. I am pretty sure I'll need plastics to hit this goal.
14 pounds lost before surgery. My first ticker is when I hit onderland: this was my goal when I started on this journey. I want to focus on that right now...once I get there I can reevaluate.
My second ticker is my dream goal. Even if I only visit there for a short time, it would be nice to see that number just once. I am pretty sure I'll need plastics to hit this goal.
Go for it, get rid of that big ol' thing, and sort yourself out later is my less-than-objective advice, ha ha. Seriously, I'll be willing to bet that you will be just fine and will be really relieved to get rid of that belly. You will feel and move so much better!
Best wishes!!
--Dorothy
Highest weight: 292 Pre-op weight: 265 Goal met: 150 Six years out: 185 and trying to lose again!