You are about to give yourself the greatest gift you could ever imagine. My surgery was 7 weeks ago and I must say it is the best gift I have ever given myself. I have dropped 40 lbs and feel and look much better. I am much healthier and have not had to take any blood pressure medication, nothing for acid reflux or a fluid pill since the surgery. My back and joints do not kill me any longer and I am begining to remember how to have fun. I wish you the very best. Good luck and God Bless you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I am wishing you a very speedy recovery. ^j^