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In addition you need procedure codes and such. It may be worth the 5 to 10 percent off what is recovered to have a medical biller handle this Unless you plan this as your sit and heal mission! Stella

The hospital and anesthesiologist may handle own billing. Surgeon fees would then be all to go after. Stella

I have heard of people having intermittent surgeries. Consult your team and maybe a couple PS. It seems this would be covered by insurance which would be sweet. PS that specialize in after WeightLoss would have the more answers than I. In the meantime congratulations on your weight-loss take care of yourself physically and emotionally. Stella

Here are my quick thoughts- I slept in a regular recliner for weeks. I would have had no clue how the rented recliner even at $150 SA a month would've gotten up into my living quarters - but I had somebody with me 24 seven for the first 10 days I already owned the commode chair but did not use it. I did use a shower chair. Different types of protein - I am still over 100 g a day and lots of different types of fluids. I thought popsicle should be made out of prune juice. Extra gauze. My PS stated I could use pantiliners around the incision in Lou of Goss. They have the added bonus of already being adhesive. I ordered extra compression garments. And subsequently ordered a size down. I went into the surgery at 120 pounds. Went up to about 126 and I'm back down almost 6 weeks later. Like you I was super scared I spent one night in the hospital but already had all my postop medication filled at home. The drive home was hard. I was doubled over on two pillows - I was lucky that it was short. The paint was no joke but at this point I could not be happier. The jiggle is gone!!!! I did have a bum reconstruction and breast reconstruction during the same LBL surgery. Best to you - let us know how it goes!!! Stella

I was a 38 G went to a 30 F but lost all density. Ditto my bum. Now I have perky 30 b - c with a plum bum to match after PS returning the hour glass - just smaller! Stella

Be excited! Read and try many options. Information! As for the bathroom - I urinated more but limited dairy to reduce the other - no easy task but their are enough soy protein sources available. Also I kept my medical team at the top of my text list ! Stella

We are close timelines. I had LBL with full TT. Breast and bum reconstruction with my own tissue I am having fun!! Stella

So I am 5 weeks out of surgery in USA. I am thrilled with results. I had multiple surgeries and needed a full hospital. There are qualified and all around the word. In my search I met some here in USA that would have not let touch me. Enjoy!!!! Stella

Excellent!!! Nice to have things where they belong! Stella

Awesome Stella

My doctor was conservative 60 days. One chance to heal. I ran before and again now. It sometimes feels close to flying LOL Stella

TI did not think of that. My issue is skin and more skin. I still need an upper arm lift and a inner thigh lift. My plan was to just wait a year until it was in the bank and my office is recovered from me taking most of January off. I do not want to have to wear compression gear during the summer months. What order did you have your procedures or did you space them out at all? I am rethinking the arm lift until the spring. Stella

Agreed. I can not argue his new car Stella

Oh how long in OR? I was in 11 hrs and stayed 1 night as well. Stella

Congrats. I am not far out of plastics round 1 and I agree. It is exciting - best to you Stella

I self paid for sleeve 18 k. I have a lower body left wit bum using my own tissue. This included TT with muscle repair. I had breast deconstruction and reconstruction with my own tissue. I did not want to replace implants each 6 or 8 years. It was 23 k. Both procedures I went with MD and facilities that were comfortable for me. I did get cheaper quotes but wanted to be confident. This body has been through a lot. ☺ Stella

It is ok for somethings to remain private. I thought about it for 6 years. Now 22 months since sleeved and I feel better than ever. The decision like your body is yours. I think I will always find any surgery scary. For me remaining overweight had more complications than benefits. Best to you - be true to yourself

Lose an inch of height? People are shorter at the end of the day taller in the morning Stella

The vitamin store is everywhere. I like most flavors over ice. Enjoy.

In the end you have to feel the decision is right. Feeling positive about the doctor is essential to your success. It is an investment in the quality of life Invest time and or money - both really.

I was in the same place I did not have the BNI or coexisting conditions. I self paid because I saw diabetes and heart condition in my future unless I lost. I never dreamed how much of a positive impact it would have and do not regret a single penny. I chose to have it done in the states and purchased a secondary insurance policy in case there were complications. Stella

I also like Citizen of the Humanity and True Religion but also tend to get high and stuff from consignment. It really is a first world problem to drop size after size after size ☺

It is hard to be judged. The exam Is to Also evaluate if you can stick to a plan? Are your goals realistic? I did not have the psychological exam as I self paid but oddly perform them routinely in my practice. Stella

Agree with others - send her compassion and kindness. I changed. I became happier and more confident. I am 22 months post sleeve. Lost 104 and am 120 lbs for 6 months. The journey is yours with bumps in the road. Enjoy the ride Stella

Calvin Kline. Never would have thought it. Have a similar shape and they size by waist and inseam Also they ave been less than 30 dollars t the outlet. LL Bean has good options too Stella