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Psych eval tomorrow afternoon!
James Marusek replied to Sajijoma's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Generally they want to know if there are any underlying psychological issues behind your weight gain and whether you have the fortitude to stay with the program. -
Approval for Aetna with a BMI between 36 & 37
saj8380 replied to Lenamarie301's topic in Insurance & Financing
Hey Ladies what was your outcome? I also have Aetna with no comorbities but I also had the gastric sleeve in 2011...I wanted to try and get the lap band if I could...after my weight loss surgery I had a few more surgery's, then birth control and steroids and migraine meds came into play and I have been having a super hard time losing the extra weight Sent from my LG-H830 using the BariatricPal App -
I'm 58, 3 Months Post Op, And Very Happy With My Sleeve!
UK Cathy replied to Queen of Crop's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Hi Ladies. It is nice to see some posters over 50 (age not BMI). I am not sleeved yet but my op is booked for 3 April. I won't use numbers for the date because as you can see from my username I am in the UK and we write our dates the other way round so 3 april is 3/4/12 which I believe for you reads 4 March 12. It causes me great confusion when I am reading posts. Anyway I will be 53 when I have my op. I am very calm about it all at the moment but no doubt the nerves will kick in closer to the time. Sleeves and wraps are not so common here in the UK yet though the sleeve market is growing. That is why I follow a US forum as there are more people giving feedback. I am a self funder as bariatric surgery is very limited (on the nhs) in the UK and usually you need a BMI of 50 to be considered or have health issues. My BMI is 43 and I did not want to put more weight on just to get in the maybe line. This is my first post but I have been looking for a month or so. Cathy -
Feeling frustrated and very discouraged!
Sleeveddiva605 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
After years of research and finally making up my mind to make the choice to improve my quality of life. I am starting to feel this will NEVER happen..and I am bombed about it. I have been waiting for this surgery for years now. I did my research and decided on which I wanted and I made up my mind do have gastric bypass. At the time the insurance I had did not cover bariatric surgery. I swicted jobs a few years later and FINALLY the ins co I had would cover... I made up my mind to have surgery! I called my insurance company to see what was necessary I was told that my plan did NOT require the supervised weight loss. My surgeon's office was told them same thing. In January 2015 I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, so of course wls was put on the back burner. I am over that and all healed up so I go back to my weight loss journey. I get to one of my last appts last week (Nutrition) and was advised that I my insurance requires me to be on a 6 mo medically supervised weight loss plan...WHAT?!!!!! I know that a lot of people have to do this so when I 1st called my insurance company to see what was necessary I specifically asked that question and I was told that my plan did NOT require the supervised weight loss. My surgeon's office was told them same thing. I really wanted to get this done this year because I have met my annual deductible and the surgery would be covered by my insurance co 100%. ..a 6 month diet plan means I wont be done until December. Which will probably push my approval (surgery) into 2016..I can not afford to pay the high deductibles and fees. I am sooo disappointed and hurt. I was really beginning to accept this was going to happen...I am crushed...devastated!! I just want off this ride. Hopefully something can be worked out somehow...but if not...I am afraid that the "life" I have now is what is as good as it is going to get. has this happened to ANYONE else or does anyone know about how long the approval process takes??? -
Lost enough weight on pre op but worried cheating means liver won't have shrunk enough
Babbs replied to Beachsprite's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You're going to be fine. Just hang tough for the next few days. My surgeon didn't even require a pre op diet. Said the shrinking was so minimul that it doesn't even matter really. That said, you still have a weight loss requirement that your doctor wants, so just try to suck it up for the next few days and stick with it. I know it's hard! You're not going to be magically over the desire for food, even after the surgery. It's something that is going to be a constant struggle that takes time to break, if ever. The surgery will help, but like the saying goes, they operate on your stomach not your brain. Good luck and keep us posted! -
So nervous! Words of encouragement?
Champ715 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone! I am almost finished with my 6 month supervised diet that is required by BCBS AL My general practice MD told me to print my medical records from my patient portal online so I have the 3 years of height/weight records that I need (Hopefully the surgeon's office will accept a printout). Realistically, I don't think I have any reason to worry that I won't be approved but my anxiety is getting the best of me lately. I am getting so close to being finished with all the requirements and my anxiety is making me a nervous wreck. I am either constantly worrying that I won't get approved or worrying that I will get approved but have complications. I have called both my insurance company and my insurance coordinator but haven't heard back yet (and it's been over a week). The waiting and not knowing part is the worst part for me. Has anyone else dealt with similar feelings this close to surgery? I'm just hoping to find some words of encouragement from fellow patients. Thanks in advance! -
Im starting to get worried. Has anyone gotten the sleeve that ate normal sized portions before surgery. (predominately healthy) and had sucess with weight loss after surgery. The more people I talk to about portions they use to eat before surgery vs after, the more worried I get because my portions now are totally average for a normal thin person. frown emoticon I have surgery July 24. Though I HAVE lost 35 pounds in the last 4 1/2 months on my own by cutting out preservatives and going organic. BUT I have stopped losing weight, and I am scared that the surgery won't work because I eat such normal healthy portions already. Anyone who was in the same boat?
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One Week from today!
peg from Minnesota replied to Amylou's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Keep up the good work! I enjoyed hearing what you have been drinking, I start on the 29th and have my big day July 13th, I am retired so I can let the gas escape somewhat, hope its not painful and the time goes fast.Good luck to you hope the weight just falls off!! right? -
I want my Sex life back!
Running2theSleeve replied to Running2theSleeve's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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My consultation is next week, my endo and psych will be scheduled after that, and we're tentatively scheduling for the second week of October. After looking at my friend's before and after pictures, I'm beyond excited! Anyone else sleeving in October? How about in Michigan? With my insurance, my BMI qualifies me to have the surgery without jumping through so many hoops, but that means I can't lose any weight before my final weigh in. Since I enjoy working out, this is a struggle, but it's worth it! Anyone know how long it usually takes to be able to get back to working out post-op?
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So this maybe completely off subject but I need to ask a question.. I have been with my boyfriend for over a year and I met him on a BBW website and I am afraid that once I do the surgery he will no longer be attracted to me. When I spoke to him about getting the surgery he said he was completely supportive and that his "fantasy woman" is not the only thing he is attracted to me for. I don't know how to feel about this. Before he knew about the surgery he was asking me to gain more weight and I just kept saying no. Now that he knows he is sending me exercise and diet regimens to follow. Does anyone have any advice to shed? I just don't know how much stress this surgery will cause our relationship in the end.
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Hi everyone lets get together and send up prayers for all the March 19 sleeves. Please post to let everyone know that your surgery went fine and anything else you like to add. Set weight loss goals for six months after surgery. I will be first my six month goal is 60 pounds gone by by.
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Has anyone used Alabama Weight Loss Surgery in Birmingham, AL with Dr. Miles and Dr. Schmitt?
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Pre-Op confusion
chelsea554 replied to ShrinkingButtercup's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
After my initial meeting with my surgeon, he set a weight loss goal for me of 10 pounds, I think because they want to see that I am trying to change my habits before surgery. I went to the NUT at my surgeon's office and she has been amazing. We are slowly removing sugar and Diet Coke from my diet and adding Protein and Water. This is to get me ready for the surgery. Ask the surgeon for a NUT recommendation, it is likely they work closely with one or two. I would follow either the surgeon or the NUT that is recommended diet as they will be the experts when it comes to bariatric surgery. Also, it sucks that your PCP isn't on board. Mine is very supportive, which I think will ultimately help with long-term success. I hope everything works out for you! -
Pre-Op confusion
James Marusek replied to ShrinkingButtercup's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Over the years I drank Cokes and later Diet Cokes. One of the requirements after surgery is to cut out all carbonated beverages and caffeine. I decided to implement this change when I entered the medically monitored diet and exercise program in order to qualify for surgery. That change alone caused me to drop 20 pounds. I believe the carbonation was the cause of the weight loss. Carbonation is like producing microscopic explosions in the stomach which causes it to expand. The larger the stomach, the more food you can eat and as a result the more weight one gains. This also turned out to be a good change because I suffered from withdrawal syndrome when I went cold turkey on a 6 coke a day habit. So it is important to flush your body from caffeine early because you don't want to go through these withdrawal syndrome combining it with the effects of the operation. The other thing I did pre-op was to become more conscientious about my calorie intake. I looked at the calories of everything I ate and changed my diet. I no longer ate ice cream or milk shakes. No more pizza. But Taco Bell tacos were O.K. -
I have been on my supervised dieting now for just a couple of weeks but so far I have been doing fantastic and I feel fantastic about it. My NUT told me low carb hi Protein and suggested between 30-40 carbs a day as a goal. I have really been toeing the line and even though I have had several temptations nothing has pulled me off. Even able to ignore the hubby eating nutty buddy ice cream. I purchased it before I started dieting and it has to be eaten so I told him to have at it. What really makes me happy is that we went out to lunch yesterday for the first time to our favorite Fish place. We love their catfish. I was torn for a few minutes but actually found myself reading the menu and asking questions. I ended up with a GRILLED SHRIMP salad, all totally approved and a glass of Water. It hit the spot and proves I can eat out and follow the plan too. I am not scheduled to see the NUT again until Aug 17th and I can't wait to see if the change shows up in my weight.
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Getting sleeved on the 17th of August
Newlife1220 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am looking to see some of the concerns others have that are getting surgery soon. I am so excited but also so worried about not being able to enjoy my food any more. Am I the only crazy one that is worried about this? I enjoy my pasta Sunday's and my snacks sometimes. Though, I am sick of carry this extra weight. So much going through my mind with just a few days left til surgery. -
Approval for Aetna with a BMI between 36 & 37
Lenamarie301 replied to Lenamarie301's topic in Insurance & Financing
My papers were either submitted today or will be in the morning I am done with my diet and all. I am just praying for the best. I gained 1lb more than I weighed at my appointment after my consultation. I am little worried Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App -
Trouble after Surgery with kidney stones...
Harwood replied to Harwood's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank u. I had a UTI on top of the the first round of stones. I'm having trouble now with the meds. Seems that I'm allergic now. My face broke out in a red rash with little blisters on It.. Same meds I took after the surgery now I can't take them. I have people telling me I should have not done the surgery. I was 240 day of surgery and down to 190 now. But I'm tall and carried my weight well. I would do it all over again to feel this way . Happy with myself!!!!! Thank u for answering me. -
Weight fluctuation
thelakeisgone replied to thelakeisgone's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wasn't required to lose weight, I did do some changes to prepare for post op. But I'm having surgery because I have a very hard time losing weight. But i had my last class today and I was up but she said that with the insurance I have, that I should be ok. -
So Long, Farewell, Auf Weidersehen...
GreenEyedMamma posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I hit the 70 pound mark this morning and am inching closer to my first major milestone of 100 pounds. As each pound drops I feel like I am gaining a mile of self-confidence. I am no longer hiding behind people or furniture when meeting new people or chatting via video messaging and do not run when someone pulls out a camera. I am refusing to purchase a new wardrobe until I am close to reaching my goal. I am trying out my domestic skills and am utilizing my sewing machine to take in certain clothes (work pants, etc.). Despite my middle school home economics sewing skills, I discovered the key to keeping my clothes staying up is a belt. I have never needed a belt before so this was something new to me. I thought I would have to get a pair of those rainbow-striped suspenders that old men wear but a belt works much better! Me the month before surgery. Me today (4.5 months post-op) -
So Long, Farewell, Auf Weidersehen...
Papillon replied to GreenEyedMamma's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Rock it!!! Doesn't it feel amazing?? Now the next time you are at the store pick up a 50lb or 75lb bag of dog food... it is an eye opener. I can freaking run on the treadmill now... at my starting weight there was no way that could happen!!! -
When did you start to really lose weight?
Delivered replied to koinoi's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I didn't do a pre-op diet, but I wish I had. I lost most of my weight during the week after surgery and after my fourth fill. -
Question regarding weight loss before surgery.
likelike replied to jennjarrid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon wanted everyone to lose as much weight as possible specifically because of our liver. The more weight you lose the easier it is for him to lift the liver to get to the stomach. I've lost 18lbs and my surgery will be this coming Wednesday. -
Question regarding weight loss before surgery.
desertgirl_74 replied to jennjarrid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What did your surgeon say about his expectations pre-op? Did he give you an amount of weight he wants you to lose before surgery?
