Montereygrl
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Feeling frustrated....... Got the okay from insurance to go ahead with WLS but was told until I loose 10-15 lbs they won't schedule it. Wtf, if I could loose 10-15lbs in a week or two on my own I probably wouldn't need The sleeve.
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I had my pre surgery screening and my doctor found a hiatal hernia. It is a solid mass not the soft massed hernia some people get. Now I'm nervous. I'm wondering if I have that taken out should I wait and try exercising again to loose weight because the hernia surgery should relieve pressure on my lungs. Having read through so many of the supportive posts on here I understand that feelings I have are normal. I still have only told 5 people. I'm not afraid of the surgery, I just don't want to deal with people thinking I'm am lazy or won't try. I had a very regimented 2 year exercise and healthy eating that I lost 87 lbs on my own. But medical issues set me back. Feeling confused right now. Anyone have any advice or similar experiences?
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Try the fruit preserve maybe if you are craving fruit but don't want to toss?
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My scope is tomorrow. I'm nervous. Most people get to sleep so they don't worry about the fasting. I'm a night shift worker so ingest to go until 2p tomorrow.
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Where should I start?
Montereygrl replied to babygotback's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have Anthem Blue Cross and did not need a physicians referral for the seminar. It was very educational for me and I am continuing with the pre-op stuff now. You can always call your insurance, which I recommend for any major medical issue. Knowledge is Power! -
Today went well. I am now on the schedule to have my edg next week, and then can schedule surgery. Hoping for early-mid September. I'm ready to lake back my life
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I have my consult Friday with the nutritionist and counselor. I am about 99% sure I want to go through with this but its a scary descion to make. Besides you al. On this forum and my parents and best friend, I have yet to tell anyone. I guess I'm slightly afraid of the reaction but my biggest mindset is feeling like I've failed. I'm scared of the changes and will it be hard? How am I going to make this work with shift work, social engagements with friends, etc.
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How did you decide if this was right for you vs other bariatric procedures
Montereygrl posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
First, who knew typing the first post could make you feel so vulnerable? I went to a seminar last week and had a consult with the Dr., I'm scheduled for the neutrinos list/physc portion in two weeks. My medical does not require a waiting period, so I guess I am a lucky one. My question is, I thought going into the seminar I had my mind made but learned more about the sleeve. What were some of the factor of those that have had it and those that are choosing to have it? I have the Dr's input but would like everyday people that have experienced living as an over weight person. Also, since I have not met with the nutritionalist what is the SF that everyone is talking about to add to shakes. Thanks for any input. -
How did you decide if this was right for you vs other bariatric procedures
Montereygrl replied to Montereygrl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you Goddardgo, I thought maybe it was a brand...lol -
Fourteen Months AND ONE BIG DECISION! PIC UPDATE:)
Montereygrl commented on LaBelle509's blog entry in LaBelle509's Blog
Wow, you look amazing. -
I am a 43 year old from Northern California. I haven't had surgery yet and am trying to decide if its right for me. I am hoping to find out what the best and worst part of the surgery was, the risk factors and benefits. I have done the seminar and consultation but wantnanreal person point of view not the Dr. Knowledge is power! Like most of the post I have read, I am not alone. My weight mainly is a product of my asthma issues. I'm allergic to about everything that grows in my area but catch 22 as my parents get older i don't want to leave. So I do shots for allergies, steroid shots when they get to bad, inhalers that have steriods and that has cause other issues. I am looking forward to the day I can reach my goal, running a half marathon. Hope everyone is having a great day.
