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Where to start with everything?
catwoman7 replied to KellyRenae's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I started with my regular doctor since I'm in an Hm0 and I needed a referral to see a bariatric surgeon. But you can probably go directly to a bariatric clinic if your insurance allows it (or if you're going to be self-pay) -
Where to start with everything?
WInston223322 replied to KellyRenae's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Start with a Bariatric surgeon in your area, And make a call to your insurance company to see if it is covered. I just went with the sleeve but all the information you need is here and tons of videos on Utube describing the options -
Where to start with everything?
KellyRenae posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hello everyone! I am new around here but you all seem helpful. I have been thinking about WLS for years and my weight has ranged quite a bit. My BMI (36) puts me in the "very obese" category. I always thought I wasn't heavy enough (yet) to have the surgery and have tried and tried on my own. Two years ago my cardiologist told me that he would refer me to a bariatric doctor if I couldn't get this weight off but I really wanted to try to to it without surgery. Well I have struggled with the same 20 pounds. (I have a family history of cardiac problems, diabetes,etc). I am tired. I am depressed. I have no stamina. My joints hurt. I have foot issues and pain that make exercise painful. I am active though. Where did you start with this? Your general doc? I know there is a long process. How did you know which surgery was right for you? Thank you for any help you can give me! -
Whats the best 1 a day vitamin after vsg
catwoman7 replied to Derekt's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
not sure if you mean "best" as far as meeting your nutritional needs or "best" as far as taste, but if the former, as long as the multivitamin meets the American Society of Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeons' requirements, it should be fine (if yours is an over-the-counter vitamin, you may have to take two to meet the requirements). Here's info about their requirements - you'll have to scroll way down to get the requirement for each type of surgery: https://asmbs.org/app/uploads/2008/09/ASMBS-Nutritional-Guidelines-2016-Update.pdf if you mean "best" as far as taste, you'll probably get a lot of different answers here since taste is pretty subjective. I took Centrum Silver chewables (or the generic equivalent) the first few months and I thought they were fine. Once I was about six months out, I changed over to a regular tablet (i.e., not chewable) -
Whats the best 1 a day vitamin after vsg
Recidivist replied to Derekt's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I had gastric bypass, but I'm assuming the vitamin needs are the same. I tried several different ones until I found that the soft chews are the only ones that don't taste disgusting. I now use these from the Bariatric Pal store: https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/multivitamins/products/bariatric-advantage-multivitamin-chewy-bites-flavors I like the strawberry/watermelon flavor but haven't tried any of the others. You need to take two of them per day, but they can be at the same time. I chew two of them every morning just after I get up. I'm 14 months out from surgery, and all of my blood tests have been great in terms of vitamin levels. Good luck! -
Shoulder Pain 9 months post sleeve
Duke483 replied to WestSwan's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I would investigate a possible rotator cuff tear. Possible symptoms include: https://www.google.com/search?q=rotator+cuff+symptoms&oq=rotator+cuff+sy&aqs=chrome.0.0l2j69i57j0l5.9630j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 I've had surgery on both shoulders to repair the cuffs. Cuff repairs usually are less of a problem than bariatric surgery. Look at six to eight weeks rehab. -
Very helpful, informative book for those of us who like to read, hi-light, underline and review. Dr. Matthew Weiner, M.D., bariatric surgeon explains one surgery vs. another including revisions, why some lose faster than others, why some are more successful over time than others. Not preachy nor judgmental in any way, just factual. Explains how our bodies go through hormonal changes post-op to establish a new metabolic set point. 150 pages, easy read in one sitting. $11.99 on Amazon for paperback. Well worth it!
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I wouldn't let that go on. Unmanaged GERD can cause Barrett's Esophagus - and a small percentage of Barrett's esophagus cases can progress to esophageal cancer. Call your bariatric surgeon or PCP. They may prescribe a PPI. Or they may just suggest an over-the-counter one, like Nexium or Prilosec (they're not cheap, though - so if your doctor prescribes one and your insurance covers it, that would be a better option)
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I just spoke to my bariatric center today and since my state is reopening elective surgeries May 1st they're sending me the initial packet and paperwork! I'm so bummed at myself for having an edible last week, I basically never use MJ but I was trying to relax with all this Covid stress. Now I have to wait 6 weeks to pass a drug test- what?? Meanwhile I still haven't gone through my insurance yet so I know that'll be another THING, but I'm EXCITED- and a little terrified. Maybe as soon as 6 weeks I can have my surgery?? It seems unreal. I'm just hoping and praying it's true, I really need a win right now.
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OMG... I just realized... I am officially in MAINTENANCE! Didn't even occur to me when I hit my weight goal. I will finally see my nutritionist again at my next 3 month appointment in mid-May. Curious as to whether or not she will tell me to do anything different. I feel like I am already eating in Maintenance Mode. I don't measure everything, but I do watch what I eat. I occasionally eat a LITTLE junk, but mostly healthy. I am walking a ton. Today I did an UPHILL hike which for me is very hard because of my tachycardia. My HR gets over 145 going uphill and then I get VERY short of breath so I usually end up stopping every 40 feet or so to catch my breath. You know what? Today I hiked uphill like a NORMAL person! I was excited. Back to food... I know I can eat more than most bariatric folks in a sitting, so I have to watch that. But what is funny is I can still eat faster, but can still only take 5-6 sips at a time lol. Anyhow... I feel I am still on the right track and don't deviate too much.
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How Fast is Fast Track
FinallyLosingIt20 replied to FinallyLosingIt20's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
May I ask what you ended up paying out of pocket? I'm coming from the Chicago area, and I am nervous about the cost. I have insurance that excludes Bariatric Surgery, but they can bill them for tests, etc. -
Corona delaying weight loss surgery dates? Anyone?
Luna805 replied to MaybeMeow's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I called my bariatric team after being canceled for almost TWO months and I’m able to continue in the program using Zoom. All the group classes were moved online and I’m doing all my nutrition classes at home. They told me not to call and to wait until further notice but I called and I’m back doing my steps. Just a heads up, if anyone is still waiting for info maybe give them a call now. Good luck! I’m so ready! -
If you DIDN'T do Liquid Pre-Op what DID you do?
PollyEster replied to MaybeMeow's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I didn’t have a liquid pre-op diet due to following an extremely healthful and nutritious plant-based whole foods diet (meaning fresh veg, fruit, nuts, seeds, beans, tofu, tempeh, and no processed foods or animal foods whatsoever) for a number of years prior to surgery. In the 6 months prior to surgery, I cut back to 900-1000 kcal/day (under the care of the clinic dietician) and lost 52lbs before surgery. If I hadn’t been eating this healthfully, I would have opted for the liquid diet since it offers a number of benefits: 1) decreased liver size, 2) weight loss, 3) improved blood sugar, 4) a clean stomach and intestinal tract decreases chances of surgical complications, 5) physical and psychological adaptation: if you are eating processed foods, unhealthy carbs, sweets, sodas, junk food, etc. then you are feeding an addiction, but your brain will stop craving these foodstuffs within several days of eliminating them from your diet so that you can focus entirely on meeting your post-surgical water and protein needs instead of on struggling with withdrawal 6) after surgery you will continue the liquid diet for 2-6 weeks (depending on your program), and being adjusted to the liquid diet before surgery will teach you how to eat after surgery, and 7) ca. 25%-30% of bariatric patients regain some or all of the weight, and getting the earliest possible start on self-control around food and eating is a strength in terms of the mental awareness required to make a commitment to a permanent lifestyle change and lifelong weight maintenance. -
How Fast is Fast Track
FinallyLosingIt20 replied to FinallyLosingIt20's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So it took 3-4 months at Blossom Bariatrics? They have not mentioned anything about months of waiting, but I did just complete the 6 months my insurance required before turning around and saying it was not even a covered service. It feels like it has been one road block after the next. -
To sleeve or not to sleeve
ronjsteele1 replied to MVK's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You might consider going cash pay to blossom bariatric in Las Vegas. I also had a high deductible plan. My out of pocket was 9999 and they billed my insurance for out of network coverage and my insurance still paid $5k out of pocket. That 10k covered literally everything including 5 nights of hotel and daily transportation. Blossom is amazing! And so worth it to stay in the US. They do require you have someone stay with you but you can actually pay $350 and they’ll have someone stay the week with you. The surgery is worth it. Do it! I’ve not read of one person regretting it. The only regret I’ve heard people have is that they didn’t do it ten years earlier. I feel the same way. -
How Fast is Fast Track
Sabs211 replied to FinallyLosingIt20's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Some people on a bariatric support group I'm in have said fast track is as quick as 2wks. -
I recently contacted Blossom Bariatrics after my insurance refused to cover WLS by saying it’s excluded after they preapproved it. I need a clearance from my cardiologist to participate in the Fast Track program, and every time they fax the paperwork to my cardiologist they say they are not receiving it. I am very frustrated by this process. Blossom is my last chance. I know the times are difficult right now, but I really want to do this before my 50th birthday next year. Any advice? How long does the Fast Track really take? TIA
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Anyone in Delaware waiting to be sleeved?
Goals 2020 replied to PuddinJasper's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
When I first talked to them everything was fine. Then when the Drs office sent everything in I was told I don't have bariatric coverage but if they list it under general surgery it would be accepted. I'm so upset!!! -
1.5 years out & still throwing up?
beingdina replied to SparklyInNOut's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am right there too! I'm 18 months post vsg and seriously any time I eat meat outside of rotisserie chicken, or really soft chicken like thighs, I seriously can't keep it down. I know I need to aim for liquids for just a few days to let it all settle. It's awful. It's usually not like regular throw up, but a gross slime that fills up my entire esophagus trying to move the food. Beef is the absolute worst and my absolute favorite. It's a struggle. I will have to go back to eating smaller bites, chewing more, and probably avoiding beef, pork, and dry chicken. I doubt I have a crazy kink or anything like that, but I'm struggling for sure. I regained 10 lbs since Christmas, but am working to get it back off. I lost 175 pounds since I started pre-op, but then gained that tad bit back. I'm also trying to not eat like a bariatric patient for the rest of my life. I don't want to gorge myself, but eating 1000 calories forever isn't realistic, especially for someone who is 248, 5'9" and does Crossfit 3-4 days a week. I've brought protein shakes back into my diet 2x a day to help get my protein back in. But things like clam chowder, meatless chili, lentils with curry... those are the best things that I've found I can handle. Solids just suck. -
Pre-Surgery Advice: What do you wish you knew?
Riva_G. replied to Rachel98's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I wish I knew..... the outcome! I literally am SO happy with my surgery and reasults. I was insanely depressed from being obese all my life. Prior to surgery my anxiety was sky high! What wud I feel like? What wud ppl say? How wud my friends react? How wud I react? And most of all, will I be happy? I had watched so many vid about Bariatric horror stories, or even those ppl being like ‘losing weight wont help you not be depressed it’s all in your head’. Well true, losing weight itself won’t make me happy. But the satisfaction of hard work does. The feeling that you are doing something right in your life for a change does. I’m not gonna lie, I have a ton of loose skin, with 30lbs to go to my goal weight. About 100 down. But it’s not so bad. And I will DEFINITELY be getting plastics done. I consider it part of my journey. Bariatric surgery starting it and PS ending it. (Then I plan to start a new journey.... hopefully consider getting married and stuff) so ya loose skin is bothersome but it’s not a ‘big issue’ and it’s not like overnight you wake up and your body is hanging all over. It happens gradually and suddenly you realize it’s been there without you seeing it... Good luck! -
Keto tends to be high in fat and high in calories, the exact opposite of what the doctor wants you to do. Admittedly, it's low carb, but everything else isn't good. Also, Keto tends to work best for short periods anyway. It 'shocks' the body into working a different way. But once your body gets used to it the weight doesn't fall off like it does in the beginning. Also, most Keto dieters only eat once a day. That's not good for bariatric patients! I know a few people who do Keto so I'm basing what I know about it off of them and once they go off the Keto diet... the weight comes back. With interest. It's not worth it.
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I had the sleeve done in November. I still struggle with handling certain foods. Has anyone tried the keto diet since have bariatrics done?! I thought about trying it. Sent from my moto g(7) supra using BariatricPal mobile app
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Quarantine and Drinking
catwoman7 replied to Slim_mommee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
you're what we call a "lightweight", so you're not going to lose nearly as fast as someone who starts out at over 300 lbs. You are doing just fine - at least in the weight loss dept. you're NOT doing fine in the drinking dept - and I"m glad you said you're going to try to cut it out. Like someone else said, my surgeon didn't allow drinking for the first year after surgery - and even now, we're only supposed to drink occasionally - and maybe just a glass of wine or two (or the equivalent) the few times when we DO drink. Alcoholism isn't uncommon among bariatric patients because of transfer addiction, so watch it... -
Quarantine and Drinking
rjan replied to Slim_mommee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We have very similar stats - my surgery was on March 11th. I was 204 on the day of surgery - lost 19 lbs since then. It's really slowed down after the first few weeks - I've also only lost 3 lbs over the past two weeks. On the other hand, this is the lowest weight I've been in a decade. 6 more lbs, and I'll be the lowest weight of my adult life. And last time I was at this weight, I was STARVING all the time. Right now, I have to remind myself to eat most days. So I'm feeling pretty confident that the weight loss will continue. Even at a lb a week, I'd reach a normal weight by 2021. That would have been impossible before this surgery. This forum has been so helpful to maintaining my positive attitude. There are other slow losers here who are farther along in their journey - so you see it does work! As for the drinking, I did drink alcohol once since my surgery. However, I will try not to do that again for a while. I'm less worried about calories or slowing my weight loss than other issues. As NovaLuna says, bariatric surgery definitely changes how you process alcohol - I could tell this from my try. And studies show increased risks of addiction and alcohol related death or health problems after bariatric surgery. I had some issues with alcohol in my 20s, and I don't want to trade one problem for another. But please don't beat yourself up about it! That won't help. It's a really tough time right now for most people. Taking it day by day and doing our best is all we can do. -
February 2020 Post-Op Thread
DenverGirl88 replied to ResaRoo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Lisa! I was actually so glad I had my surgery right before the lock downs. It gives me focus and I have a routine down that keeps me grounded. I know otherwise I’d be stress eating and gaining that quarantine 15!! I ended up taking the bariatric advantage chews for my daily vitamin and calcium citrate. I find they taste and look like starburst which ain’t bad at all. You and I are peas in a pod. I could eat a jar of peanut butter and just don’t keep it around. I’m going to make some protein balls with it soon though and add ground flax for fiber like I used to. Makes for a nice dessert with the stevia sweetened dark choc chips, honey, and rolled oats. I’m trying to strength train now but I feel weak as a kitten but all you can do is just do what you can and eventually it will get easier as you get stronger. I often do Kayla Itsines exercises as you can do them at home. I had meatballs the other day! I got an air fryer and I love it and make them in that. I love to cook so I’m happy to be coming up with new things to try. I hope you are doing well otherwise, it’s definitely a learning experience but like I say I find the surgery a blessing during this time as my energy and focus is put towards my journey... makes things easier.
