Kristinqtpie
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Hi! I am scheduled to be sleeved April 2019. I am on the lower BMI side to qualify. Has anyone skipped the pre op diet to avoid losing any weight? Mine is not a liquid diet but low carb. I understand it’s to shrink the liver but what do you think the minimum timeframe is to do it and still successfully shrink your liver?
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HOLY BANANAS!! Fast Track and I am still debating
Kristinqtpie replied to cmandrews13's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@elcee, they didn’t cut your stomach for gastric bypass? I think no matter your surgery the end result depends on you. If you get the sleeve you get restriction and RNY you get malabsorption as well to help with weight loss. I know the sleeve is not reversible but it’s not common to have RNY reversed (from what I’ve read) and it’s complicated. Do your research on both and (no pun intended) go with your gut! 😂♥️ -
I wanted to go to Mexico but my husband said absolutely not. Reading more into it I’m glad I’m not as I read a woman who got a botched surgery (I understand this can happen anywhere but) her insurance wouldn’t cover to help her as she got it out of country. Long story short she’s in a lot of medical debt. Just do your research no matter where you go. ♥️
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Look at Blossom Bariatrics...the most you will pay is $15,500 but they will try to work with your insurance to take care of testing and stuff so your price could be less but that’s the max you will pay. This price includes hotel and transportation. They’re located in Las Vegas.
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@taylor did you end up getting the sleeve done?
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I’ve seen around $10,000 (but may not cover some pre testing), $15,000 - $20,000 that covers everything.
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Bariatriceating.com also has a diet plan you can order the products and it’s supposed to help you feel restriction again. Basically going back to basics and eating like when your first got out of surgery for like a week. Protein drinks, soups, water, etc.
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@sleevedandleanineugene that’s so good to hear!! I’m glad you’re feeling better too. My surgery is with Dr. Umbach but I hear he’s good as well. I’m excited for you!
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@sleeveandleanineugene I’m so glad you’re doing well! I will be at Blossom in about 10 days!! Why was surgery day rough? Was it just a hard recovery?
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Do you still feel any restriction at all?
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@ elcee maybe they were doing the surgery endoscopic. I do know they do that in some cases.
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If possible you can always self pay. They have facilities that will work with self pay as some people get denied or just don’t want to deal with insurance hassle.
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I thought the sleeve doesn’t grow back. I’m pre op so not sure. Does he mean you stretched it?
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Anyone gone to Blossom Bariatric (self-pay) in Las Vegas?
Kristinqtpie replied to kmn1109's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I’m completely self pay with Blossom. Surgery is on the 16th. They said everything is included and with the hefty price tag I’m paying it better be! -
@bariutiful let’s see the Vitamin pic! :)
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TRICARE WEST HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kristinqtpie replied to Newbiexoxo's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
It’s just a referral tobsee the surgeon. They will be the ones to talk to you and approve. -
I found this that I thought would be helpful.
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
Kristinqtpie replied to MrsGamgee's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
To avoid food commercials (if possible) watch Netflix or something like that. -
How did everyone’s surgeries at Blossom go? I’m headed there in 2 weeks!
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
Kristinqtpie replied to MrsGamgee's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I’m going to write myself a break up letter tomorrow for my not so great relationship with food. ♥️ -
I'm in STL, MO. Curious about my surgeon and a review I recently found.
Kristinqtpie replied to killerqueen86's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I’ve never heard of the surgery being done without one. That’s odd. -
TRICARE WEST HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kristinqtpie replied to Newbiexoxo's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I have Tricare Prime and they wouldn’t even give me medicine for weight loss. I’m near Fort Leonard Wood. I’ve ended up going self pay out of state due to getting no help. -
I'm in STL, MO. Curious about my surgeon and a review I recently found.
Kristinqtpie replied to killerqueen86's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Ask the surgeon directly what size bougie she will be using. -
I tried a sample box of built bars and they’re really delicious!! I throw them in the freezer and cut them up into bites. The texture is more of a marshmallow texture (no taste) and are NOTHING like nasty protein bars that I’ve tried!
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Hi! Question for the low end BMI people who got the sleeve. How has your weight loss been afterwards? Did you drop fast, slow, steady? I know everyone is different but kind of curious. Thank you for your feedback!
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