longer-life
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BCBSIL does not pay for assistant surgeon
longer-life replied to MeMeMEEE's topic in Insurance & Financing
Do all doctors have/need an assistant surgeon? Why would your surgeon use one if your insurance doesn't pay for it? At minimum you should have been told beforehand, right? Seems you found out through co-workers. Is this something we have to all find out now? -
Despite having seen quite a few before and after pictures the first thing that popped in my head when I saw yours was "Wow people do get thin with this surgery!". It's still shocking. You look GREAT! Congratulations.
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I need an excuse but not a lie
longer-life replied to CoffeeBean's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Since this is a website about a serious surgery, I certainly hope everyone is mature enough to not "feel forced" by strangers on a public forum. The original poster is not being disrespected. She posted and is receiving responses. I am sure in the end she will do what feels right to her. -
Back from my Cruise!!! With Pics!!
longer-life replied to Kristy's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
You look beautiful! The dress looks great on you. I can't imagine going on vacations and maintaining like Thinoneday, much less losing weight like you did. Wow! -
Does Doubt really mean Don't?
longer-life replied to HappyFace's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I like your dad a lot! -
Waiting for my surgery date...
longer-life replied to mscaligirlb's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome! It will be an awesome 40th birthday. -
I need an excuse but not a lie
longer-life replied to CoffeeBean's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Seems you already lied about the San Diego trip(by omission). When she notices you are losing weight faster than ever before, I suspect she will consider this "excuse" yet another lie. Since you adore her and see her daily, you might want to reconsider your decision of keeping it from her. If you think she will freak out that it's in TJ, perhaps you can tell her as soon as you come back, so you don't have to be coming up with lies. Just my opinion. :-) -
Holy Crap...am I making the right decision
longer-life replied to deekaspor's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You are not alone. I am a volume eater and keeping the pounds off forever is what worries me the most. However we have never had a tool like the one we will get, so we will have a much better chance at success. Best wishes! -
Awesome! Good news all around.
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My Wife Is Jealous And Resentful Of My Gastric Sleeve Success.
longer-life replied to Paul11011's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Perhaps joining Weight Watchers, a gym or the like where she doesn't feel alone during her weight loss journey might help. However counseling as the others have pointed out is an even better idea. Best wishes! -
IS THERE ANY LATINOS HERE????
longer-life replied to LANENADELCACHEL's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Lali. I have not had surgery yet, so can't answer your questions about post-op but there is LOTS of information on this website about it. Do a search (top right) and you will find lots of useful tips and advice. Congratulations and welcome! I think you will like this site. Looking forward to knowing all about the yummy Dominican stuff you will create as the months go by! -
:Banane03: Congratulations on getting approved! Awesome!!!! :Banane02:
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Almost too embarrassing to admit, but...
longer-life replied to SeattleSue's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I couldn't agree more. Congratulations!!!!!! -
Newbie here I'm 6 months post-op
longer-life replied to beebrown's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You explained it very well. Congratulations and welcome! -
You have been very patient! I hope you have good news tomorrow. Keep us updated!!!! :-)
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Adr I can already see a big difference on your new ticker picture! Congratulations!!!!!
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Achievement and lost friend
longer-life replied to lash44's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Did you try calling his wife or writing him a letter/email? He might not be returning calls from anyone. I hope you don't lose him as a friend, since you have known him all of your life. -
BEFORE AND AFTER PICS 1 YEAR LATER
longer-life replied to sleeve 4 me's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I also love that you wore the same outfit. Congratulations!!!!!!! -
Post Op day 2...feeling pretty rough! Any advice is appreciated!
longer-life replied to laladotdot's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Great idea! Thanks. -
Good to hear from you! I'm glad they took your comment seriously & acted on it. You are on the losers bench! I am so jealous!!! :-)
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Happy to hear you are doing great. I remember reading about your complications early on and was wondering how you were doing. The hair thing is inevitable. :-(
I haven't had surgery yet. Hopefully sometime this year. Nice to hear from you!
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How are you doing? I have been checking every day hoping to see you. I hope you are recovering nicely.
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IS THERE ANY LATINOS HERE????
longer-life replied to LANENADELCACHEL's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, always following doctors orders, of course! -
Told a patient I had a VSG today....
longer-life replied to BlackBerryJuice's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You handled it perfectly. -
How long before you stopped losing weight
longer-life replied to Loooou's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I could tell you were hurt. I think it was a simple misunderstanding. Try doing a search for "slow losers" and see what you find. Hopefully your doctor can check your thyroids after Ramadan. I am no expert, of course, but 4 months sounds too soon to stop losing unless you are very close to goal. Be persistent and keep looking for answers. Best wishes!