text: I did my surgery alone. I had to tell 1 person, a neighbor, so they could drive made to and from the hospital . Fam doesn't know. Friends don't know. The way i see it, there is so much negative energy and messed up facts about it. I've made my decision long ago, and i didn't want them trying to influence me with whatever nonsense they come up with. You can do it! Most if not all hospitals have support groups of gastric patients. You should go. They can help you address your issues with friends and family. What to say, what to do.