CaitlinT

Yay for another kiwi! yes I'm on the pre op diet. I found yesterday hard too. I am finding the sugar withdrawal is really tricky to manage too. Wow...that's exciting! You're only a few days after me! That's awesome!It is exciting and scary at the same time!! Lol I can relate to the to the hungry brain and sugar withdrawl!! The sugar withdrawl is soooo hard!! However, we are on a road trip today and I needed some caffiene pick me up.... I purchased my 2nd fav soda (dr pepper) took one sip and it was gross!! ???????????? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

My surgery was moved up a month! It was originally scheduled for August 2nd and is now July 5th! :-) Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

That is exactly what I told my husband!! We always host a very large party and he asked if I thought it would be too much with surgery the next day.... I said, "Heck no it isn't, I am celebrating my life changing!" I nervous for surgery but, excited for my new life of a healthier me!! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Great minds think so much alike. Can I private message you and maybe we can keep in contact more directly since we are going to be surgery day buddies! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Yes of course! I tried to friend you but... I can't figure out how to do that on my phone. Lol Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Hi Miss B! From all the research I have done and from what 2 surgeons have told me they have basically the same risk in all the documents I have read. Malnutrition is higher in GB but, if you eat right and tske your vitamins that is not a problem. With the sleeve it is pretty common to get gerd so, if you have ingestion ever... both surgeons told me I would more then likely end up with it. GB you lose more weight. Both surgeons told me people get so concerned about having their intestines rerouted but, they never think about the fact that the other part of their stomach is being removed completely from their body to never be used ever again even in an emergency... with GB you can have a feeding tube insterted into the other part of your stomach. If you surgeon worries about complications with GB, I would be a bit concerned about your surgeons rates.... his/her death rates, complication rates etc. The surgeon I ultimately chose has had no deaths (knock on wood), and has had 3 people out of over 1700 with complications to any of his clients. I feel very lucky I ended up finding him. Ultimately, the deciding factor was keeping the part of my stomach for emergencies should they arise. The complications are soooo similar! It'll be fun to keep in touch on this wonderful venture in life we are about to do!! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

That is exactly what I told my husband!! We always host a very large party and he asked if I thought it would be too much with surgery the next day.... I said, "Heck no it isn't, I am celebrating my life changing!" I nervous for surgery but, excited for my new life of a healthier me!! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

I have got very similar states to you. I am 5'4 360 pounds with a bmi of 62. I am also have surgery on the 5th of July! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Hi Amanda, I scheduled for surgery July 5th as well! I thought I wohld be the only one crazy enough to do it the day after 4th of July! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Just a little update! I switched clinics last month and I was just approved for July 5th surgery date! I am awaiting letter confirmation but, I have the approval number. Woohoo Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

I'm in Fairfax, Va Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Nice! I actually work at Inova Fairfax :-) Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App That is where my surgery is going to be! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App I'm in Fairfax, Va Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Nice! I actually work at Inova Fairfax :-) Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App That is where my surgery is going to be! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App I switched clinics last month. Lol Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I am scheduled for surgery July 5th. I met with my dietician yesterday and she gave me the pre and post-op diet plans. I am sooo confused because so many on her talk about 2 week liquid diet pre-op... My Dr only requires 3 days. Has anyone else only had 3 day pre-op diet? Also, from what I have read... you should intake 60-100 grams of Protein a day... my dietician says you only need 30 grams per day. What does intaking more protein do for you? Thank you for any advice or comments. :-) Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

No, my plan actually says 30 grams on paper per day. ???? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I decided to have RNY because the risk of leakage is less. I also decided on it because I will still have the other part of my stomach if for some reason I have pouch problems and need to "rest" my pouch for healing, they can give me a feeding tube in the "extra" part of my stomach that is hanging out. Lol I orginally chose the sleeve surgery because I thought it was less invasive... after much research I know that is not the case. ???? I am getting nervous, I have a blood clotting disorder and I am worried about blood clots. What made you decide on the sleeve? Are you nervous? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Thank you @ & @@KristenLe Kristen, that is what I thought as well. It is post op.... She said they have found out that the body does just fine on 30 grams and that is all it needs. I am not sure who "they" are though... My Drs office or some study. I haven't ever read on here anyone who does just 30 grams. I am a big worried about it. ???? Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I am also in the Winchester area. I am scheduled for surgery July 5th. :-) Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I am having surgery July 5th! :-) Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

I am looking into another surgery center now.... I followed their diet for a month and gained 4lbs... their doctor's response... It's ok 4lbs is nothing in the grand scheme of things, you will lose everything you gain once you have surgery. I responded with, sure no big deal to you but... every pound I gain puts me closer to brain surgery and blindness! She said not to worry... not exactly the kind of doctor I want to go to. Thank you so much! Now BCBS is saying they will cover it early but.... the doctor's office is not wanting to do it early. I am switching centers!

@@Inner Surfer Girl I am waiting for BCBS to let me know how many appeals there can be... my biggest fear is submitting it... getting denied, appealing with peer to peer review, getting denied and then not having another chance to appeal after having my brain surgeries. I told my bariatric doctor today that after having 2 brain surgeries, I just do not know if i will have the drive to have another surgery. I am thinking it is safer to have the brain surgeries, follow the 6 month diet, and then decide if I can handle another surgery. It is frustrating that a less invasive, cheaper surgery could cure me but, insurance would much rather cover not one but 2 brain surgeries, and WLS. It just doesn't, make since at all.

@@bayougirlmrsc I am well over the 40 BMI requirement... 58 right now. I spoke with my Dr at the bariatric clinic and it doesn't seem like they will even speak with my neuro and nuerosurgeon and go ahead and submit for early surgery... I think it is because, I am going to their dietician monthly and their dietician doctor monthly... They are making $400 a month off of me for the next 6 months out of my pocket because insurance doesn't cover the pre-op diet.

Congratulations!! That is so exciting!!

Thank you for your reply! Yes, I have done WW a couple years ago and I log on fitbit now. I have been following the Paleo diet. I called and mentioned the fitbit log and WW to my nurse advocate with BCBS. He is supposed to call me back by this afternoon with an answer. Thank you so much!!

Have virginia anthem BCBS and they are sooo confusing! I am beyond frustrated. I finally started doing the online chat system thinking whatever they say will be solid... However, even when they message you something it is not considered "gold" unless on letterhead!

Cool! My bank is in Leesburg and that is where I typically do my grocery shopping! Lol

My husband went to elementary school in Silver Spring! We have a couple friends who love there. :-)

I am in the Charles Town area.

Hello! I am just north of Winchester! I am having my surgery through Winchester Medical. :-)