I just recently turned 20 on the 28th of February and have been talking to doctors about this surgery since I was about 18. I finally met with my surgeon the first week of March 2011 and I am now awaiting approval from my insurance company! I wish I would have taken more aggressive action when I was 18. I have lost 3 years of my life that I can never get back. Because of my weight, I never want to go anywhere or do anything because of my weight. What fun is that? None. I'm constantly being a hermit at home and DREAD running into friends from high school because I've gained so much more weight since then and know they all talk crap about me. We are supposed to be enjoying life and the freedom we have being young. I think it's a great idea if you have honestly tried everything else to lose. If nothing has worked, go talk to your Primary care doctor. I wish the best of luck to you!
SN- You might and usually have to meet a certain criteria for your insurance company to cover (a BMI over 30 for 3-5 years, a history of high blood pressure, sleep apnea, heart problems, diabetes, back problems. Usually any of those will get you approved. Oh and you have to show proof of trying and failed diets and your primary doctor has to write a letter to the insurance companies saying the surgery is necessary! Hope this helps!!
-Ashley
