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Luigi5144 reacted to a post in a topic: wording to use for CIGNA approval
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evansmini started following wording to use for CIGNA approval, tmi.., How long was everyone out of work? and and 7 others
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My husband and I's Dr said to take stool softeners, if needed or take fiber.
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Steelersrn56 reacted to a post in a topic: Almost 3 months post op
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How long was everyone out of work?
evansmini replied to rredrruby87's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I went to work after a week. I wasn't tired or sluggish. -
Almost 3 months post op
evansmini replied to Steelersrn56's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats! That's awesome! -
From Chicken to Fish
evansmini replied to evansmini's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks everyone so much for the help!!! -
I am about 7 weeks post op and having a very hard time getting in my protein. Mostly because I'm having a very hard time eating meat. I can't stand the taste, smell, or texture of chicken, beef, or pork. I was definitely a careworn pre op, so not sure what's going on. I don't eat fish, haven't eaten it since I was a kid. I reached out to my dietitian and she mentioned trying fish. Has anyone gone from hating fish to liking fish post op? For those who like fish, what fish should I try first that isn't so fishy and won't scare me away the first time?
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I had surgery with Dr. Gachassin in Lafayette, he was amazing. We were not sure if insurance would cover at first, so we did ask how much self pay would be. I believe our estimate was around 12K.
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My enjoyment of food has totally gone
evansmini replied to musiclover's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I feel the exact same way. I'm 6 weeks out and feel find no enjoyment in food and have no interest in food after about 4 bites. I really hope it doesn't last. -
The infamous 3 week stall
evansmini replied to NTL44's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I hit a stall at week 3, lasted about 4 days. I kept up with my water and protein and now I'm loosing again. -
I had a chicken breast from Popeyes the day before surgery and the dr still said my liver looked great. Upset with myself for taking such a big risk now that I look at it
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I need some help! I'm about 5 weeks post op and about 3 days ago I started feeling pretty yucky. The sight and smell of food really makes me nauseated. I've only been able to take in a few protein shakes, water, and some soup. I was doing really really good up until now. Monday, I started taking birth control pills again at the request of my surgeon. I know my hormones are already out of whack from the weight loss and surgery. When I try to take in something solid, it's hard to get it down, swallow, and keep it down. Has anyone experienced this? Could it be my hormones trying to figure out what the hell is going on? Or something more serious like a stricture or leak? My husband also had the surgery about 11 weeks ago and never experienced this.
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The letter from your PCP has to say that you are cleared for surgery and he recommends for surgery. Both my husband and I got denials at first and the wording was part of the denial.
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PGee reacted to a post in a topic: Cigna gone crazy?
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qnz234 reacted to a post in a topic: Cigna gone crazy?
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Congrats! We even have the same surgery date
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qnz234 reacted to a post in a topic: Cigna gone crazy?
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karpouzian reacted to a post in a topic: Cigna gone crazy?
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Finally received my approval from Cigna today. Can't believe it's real.
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Good Luck to you, I'm very anxious to hear if you've gotten approval. My fate is in Cigna's hands as well, so it would feel great to know that they've approved someone