Guest guest Posted July 8, 2001 Report Share Posted July 8, 2001 Welcome Dory! I understand about the foot thing! Mine have been awful, so I've been getting pedicures which are helping greatly. If you can't do that, then try to soften them up by putting a balm (I used Burt's Bee's foot cream...it's great!) liberally on your feet before bed and then wear socks over them all night. I'm also a patient of Dr. Rabkin's, but I've got a ways to go with insurance issues. I don't even plan on bringing a robe to the hospital...I'll wear two of the lovely gowns they have one front-ways and one backwards like a robe. I did that when I had my 2 c-sections and it worked out well. Isn't it funny the things that we worry about? My main worries are the post-surgery toileting activities and being on my period in the hospital. Hang in there....we'll all get through it! I figure none of this stuff can be as bad and what we all have to go through as obese members of society each and every day. Margy > I don't post very often (once every two months). I'm scheduled for > surgery on July 30 with Dr. Rabkin. I don't think I'm nervous about > the actual surgery...is that a bad thing? I have anxiety around my > thickly calloused feet being exposed to people. I'm stressed that ne?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2001 Report Share Posted July 8, 2001 Dora- Pedicure, pedicure, PEDicure!! They feel good, your feet look better, & its worth it for the relaxation aspect! As for the robe- use the designer hospital gown, turned backwards. =) I brought a robe, and it was TOO HOT to use to walk the halls.. I was sweating my head off. That drawer can wait.. you'll dig through it after you've recovered. I didn't feel anxious about surgery, either.. I wondered if I should make a will.. but never got around to it.. so I must not have been too worried.. Just relax.. do some preop walking.. deep breathe.. and hug your loved ones close until your day comes. You're doing what MANY of us did. If you need anymore connecting, let me know! Hugs, Liane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2001 Report Share Posted July 8, 2001 To Dory from Late Bloomer, I'm having surgery on July 24 with Dr. Gagner and I have had some of the same fears as you are describing. One my best friends, a medical professional, has given me some advice that I'm going to take before I leave for New York. The words of wisdom are to get a haircut, have your legs waxed, your nails done and a pedicure. Shop for a few inexpenseve, loose dresses with buttons down the front, one in a size smaller than you now wear and one two sizes smaller. She says not only will you feel like there's life beyond surgery, but you will also be doing some things that you may be able to navigate for a while post-op. I am trying as hard as I can to believe this and stay optimistic. I'm going to add slippers to my list. I do more lurking than posting myself, but I have been really grateful for all the practical information and good vibes I've gotten from this group. BTW: I faxed " Dr. Spray " of Vitamist (maker of the spray vitamins), the list of vitamins and minerals in Vita4Life's capsules for him to review. Somehow, I'm not surprised that I haven't heard from him. The nutritionists in my agency have done a Medline search for me on the merits of intra-oral vitamins. There is practically no literature on the subject. It sounded like such a good idea, but may not be ready for prime time as a solution for heavy-duty users. Lynn Bethesda, MD Surgery: Gagner-July 24 BMI: 45 _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2001 Report Share Posted July 9, 2001 Dory, I think what you are experiencing is totally normal! When I knew I was actually going to have surgery, I found myself crying more often. I think they were actually tears of happiness, because I knew I was going to become happier and healthier. Don't beat yourself up about not being able to diet. We are all in the same boat. If you are anything like I am, you have already tried every diet imaginable, and failed. The percentage of people who are able to lose weight dieting, and then maintain, is very, very low. You should be proud of yourself for making such a wonderful decision for YOU. You deserve it! Keep you chin up, and hang in there........ Maybe cleaning out your cabinets and getting a nice pedicure would help too! LOL. Good Luck! Kim B. Dr. Anthone USC DGB/DS open 4/18/01 -74lbs in 11 1/2 wks! > I don't post very often (once every two months). I'm scheduled for > surgery on July 30 with Dr. Rabkin. I don't think I'm nervous about > the actual surgery...is that a bad thing? I have anxiety around my > thickly calloused feet being exposed to people. I'm stressed that if > something happens to me and I die, someone will have to go clean out > my highly unorganized cabinets in my classroom at school and at > home. I haven't bought a robe so I don't have to walk the hospital > hallway in my butt-exposing designer robe, but that is easy to > remedy. I'm nervous about the post-op barium test(I have horific > memories around barium exams when I was 5). I have weird guilt > issues, like I should just diet and lose the weight rather than have > surgery...like I'm cheating or something (I'm usually able to self- > talk this one back to reality). I'm crying, but I don't know why...I > feel some depression around this surgery...maybe because I'm even in > the position where I need it...mortality reality?! > > I'm open and asking for words of comfort, wisdom...butt > kicking...anyone?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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