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I have BCBSM. It's one of the better insurances. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey y'all! I'm hanging in there. I'm 10 weeks post op down 44lbs since surgery and 54 since preop. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You look amazing! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You look great!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For those who were sleeved by Krause how did you keep your belly button clean? I notice a slight odor from it. I shower daily with Dial and pat dry so I don't know. Did you actually go inside and clean it out? I'm 11 days post. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was only in pain for 2 days really but I stayed on top of my medicine for a week. Do plenty of walking it will help with the gas. Also try warm liquids easier to go down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I live closer to Royal Oak it's like 5 mins from my house. Royal Oak is the main one. I'm sure Troy is probably newer though. I do like the RO one and the staff was great. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I decided to stay two days in the hospital. Dealing with gas pains and nausea. Over all okay just uncomfortable. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved at Beaumont Royal Oak with Krause. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm here at the hospital waiting to be sleeved. Please say a prayer for me. Can't wait to join you on the losers bench! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is scheduled for 9/27! Good luck to you two!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I got my date. Scheduled for 9/27! It'll be here in no time. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have MS. I'm scheduled for the end of September. My Neuro cleared me. As long as you aren't in an active flare and depending on what stage of MS you have you should be fine. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey y'all. I finally meet with the Dr on Monday. I should have a surgery date set soon after. It's getting close!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes I'm glad the MI board is active. Let's keep it that way! I have hopefully my last weigh in with Beaumont on 8/24. I was approved to meet with the surgeon so that's on 8/29. If all goes well my surgery should be at the end of September! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Candygyrl how are you coming along? Any pain/dehydration? How are you tolerating food? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It seems like most are on a reflux medicine after surgery. Hopefully you can be prescribed something. Sorry that happened. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Who is Cass Elliot? Are you taking medicine for reflux? That's what it sounds like. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey Everyone! Looking for some advice. I'm tentatively scheduled to have surgery mid September. We have a busy season upcoming at work from September-November where it's not ideal to take off of work. I was set on still having the surgery until I was assigned a new account..now I'm torn. I really don't want to delay my surgery until Nov because the weather will change and I wanted to take advantage of being able to walk outside. Plus it will be close to the holidays recovering and the possibility of putting on even more weight. On the other hand I feel a bit bad for being out during this time. I would probably only take 4 weeks off ( dr gives 6). However this would put me out until the end of October. Anyone dealt with this? My husband is saying I shouldn't put my job before my health and to do what's best for me. Advice appreciated! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

No just the sleeve. It's my surgeon's standard. You can go back sooner however. The program says average is 3 weeks but as we know here each surgeon/program is different. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes I will definitely be applying for FMLA! I really appreciate you all responding. It's time to focus on myself for once. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks @kzoojason76. At the end of the day I must put my health first. I just need to keep reminding myself that. I'm so used to putting everything and everyone before me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks everyone. I really appreciate the feedback. I don't think I'd be fired but they'll be disappointed lol. I will give them notice though so I can get someone up to speed on my accounts. I agree employers are not loyal and will eliminate your position in a second. I just saw this happen to a co worker. If that was my case I'd get severance pay as I'm salary. Thanks again it's leaning me to sticking to my first mind. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Posting this here as well Hey Everyone! Looking for some advice. I'm tentatively scheduled to have surgery mid September. We have a busy season upcoming at work from September-November where it's not ideal to take off of work. I was set on still having the surgery until I was assigned a new account..now I'm torn. I really don't want to delay my surgery until Nov because the weather will change and I wanted to take advantage of being able to walk outside. Plus it will be close to the holidays recovering and the possibility of putting on even more weight. On the other hand I feel a bit bad for being out during this time. I would probably only take 4 weeks off ( dr gives 6). However this would put me out until the end of October. Anyone dealt with this? My husband is saying I shouldn't put my job before my health and to do what's best for me. Advice appreciated! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

After the seminar you will schedule your intake appointments. You will need to see the following: - psychologist - dietician -exercise specialist -general doc You will weigh in , get measurements, blood drawn. Depending on your health history additional testing can be ordered by the general doctor. Each specialist must sign off before you can meet the surgeon. I am required to do another follow up visit with all the specialists before they will sign off. After meeting the surgeon you will schedule the surgery with their office. The timeframe will depend on your insurance requirements. Also be prepared to pay $199 for the Beaumont program. It's required for all patients in the program and its not covered by insurance. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App