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I am supposed to go Thursday for my final weigh-in and my nut class. I was supposed to have lost 10 lbs. by then and I have not.. I have only lost 6 lbs. and am so scared they are going to postpone my July 19th surgery. I know when I start the 2 week pre-op liquid diet that I will lose the rest but I am afraid they will post pone because I have not lost the 10.
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Tomorrow I am 1 week post opt and I'm heading back to work 1/2 day on Thursday and full day Friday. I'm soooooo excited. :-)
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I was sleeved jan 16 and have had a really easy time. I can tolerate most everything I try (full liquids) and have no problem with Water. However the last few days I have been able to eat an entire take out container (8oz I think?) of strained creamed Soups. This seems like a lot to me, but if I only eat half of it I'm still hungry. Granted I don't eat much else in the day (drink a lot of water) and it takes me about 45 mins to an hour to eat it, but it takes that whole amount to "fill me up". I still am not entirely sure what full feels like on this new stomach. Just need some feedback. Seems like more food than others can handle at only a bit over a week out. I have another week of full liquids. Am afraid this means the surgery won't work well for me. Doesn't help that I'm already at a stall. Lost 20 pounds pre op and 8-10 since surgery, depending which scale I'm going by, mine is less than doctors.
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I'd like to call my insurance for an update to see if I've been approved. What information do I need?? I don't have to have a claim number, do I? My PCC sent out my paper work last week, and I'm getting anxious, so I'd like to call my insurance directly.
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First Visit 14th and got paperwork today.. Confused.
Brittneysue12345 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi ! Last week the office called and said they verified with insurance and my first appt is Monday 14th to see the doctor and psychologist. I've been trying to find what my insurance requires for approval and am having no luck. Today I got in the mail a benefits summary but it still doesn't show requirements etc? It also had included a paper for me to approve the office to discuss with them anything with my insurance etc. anyone else ? I have anthem BCBS Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Low energy/Lethargic
OutsideMatchInside replied to speechick1969's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Do you have a high pain tolerance? If you do then you can probably solider on. If you don't, well it might be harder for you. Pain tolerance seems to be a major factor. I had enough energy at 4 weeks to be fairly normal. you just have to plan so you can relax or sit if you need to. Everyone is different though and this is major surgery. You have no idea what you post-op life is going to be like until it happens and other people can't really tell you. -
Do I have to drink protein shakes????
melzie_99 replied to Stargurrl*'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Unfortunately, that sounds accurate, but it's only temporary. You're going to need a lot of protein the first few weeks after surgery to help you heal. 3 shakes a day sounds about right, or at least that was part of my post op diet as well. You're not going to be getting much nutritionally in the beginning so getting in those shakes is really important. Are you going to be using unjury? If so, that only adds up to 24oz of Fluid from your shakes and I think they want you to be shooting for 64. If you're anything like me, even in getting in those little bit of shakes is going to be a challenge the first week or so. If you're prone to kidney stone then they'll probably strongly encourage you keep up with your fluids but constipation from the protein and/or loose stools from all the liquids are the biggest complaints I hear. Remember to feel free to ask your doc and let them know your concerns. -
What was the amount of between your approval and actual surgery?
duckydoom replied to reachbree's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
when I had my lap band, I applied for FMLA, and had the doctor give me a range just in case there were complications I didn't get dinged for unapproved absences. I'm probably going to do the same when and if I'm approved for the sleeve, and just use vacation days at first. I have it in my head that I'll be able to be back to work the following week since I telecommute and have a desk job, but I still want that FMLA buffer just in case. Congrats on your approval and surgery date! -
Frustrated ; waiting game
hazelzay replied to hazelzay's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes my last weight in was last month and I have a tentative surgery date for July 15th and I'm on week two so hopefully I will hear something this weeks because I would have to start my pre op two week liquid diet next week -
Hello everyone, I have recently started my 6 month weight management to qualify for weight loss surgery, but I have been a bit discouraged. I have been turned down by three surgeons because of a previous pancreatic surgery in 2007. I guess my question is if someone out there has gone through something similar and can share there journey and experiences with me. Thanks in advance, Gaby
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I'm 6 1/2 weeks out and 184 ...finally thinner than my hubby too LOL (he's been trying to lose too)! He weighed 186 today yayyyyyyyyyyyy! FEELS SOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOD!
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Husband And Wife Team With February 1, 2012 Surgery Date!
Believinginlisa posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We are so excited to be able to share this journey. You all are helping tremendously with learning more. So, we would like to join the February sleevers! We are in our fifties. Me retired high school art teacher, Joel still working. We have yo-yoed lots over the last 24 years. Losing the battle. As with all of us, we want a healthier, more active life. Have been on two week pre-surgery diet since Wednesday. Thank goodness for broth! -
Menopause & GS. Did you go off HRT or will you? How are you coping?
TxSilverAngel posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am going to have my surgery tomorrow and I was required to come off certain medications two weeks, and one week ago. My HRT was two weeks ago and I am not sleeping well, I am mopey, and my anxiety is through the roof. I can't say the pre-op diet helped any! ( OOOHH why can't I have some fricken chocolate!!! ) Hubby says I look depressed and dazed most of the time. I'm hoping I can go back on my HRT pdq after surgery. Have any of you ladies been on/off HRT? How did it go after surgery? Anyone have to go back on HRT? -
Tips for month before surgery
ajbishop2 replied to Rvamom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon recommended starting a basic Multivitamin to make sure levels are optimal before surgery. He also suggested selecting my Protein powder so that I don't forget about it. He said any exercises I can do, including abdominal exercises, will help me in the long run. I have been trying to eat clean, drink plenty of Water, and stay healthy. I'm 20 days out from surgery. my liquid diet starts in about 2 weeks. Did your surgery center give you a binder or anything with tips and instructions? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
My surgery is scheduled for March 30th!
melissap8577 replied to ajbishop2's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! I'm having my surgery on March 11th! I'm on day 5 of my 2 week pre-op liquid diet. I'm so excited and anxious at the same time and can't wait for this to be over already! Not going to lie but this liquid diet is BRUTAL the first few days! My doctor actually allowed me to have sugar free Jello and broth as well as a small lean cuisine meal or 3 ounces of food in the evening. This has definitely been quite the journey getting to this point! I'm 5'8 and 305, my height at weight in a long time. I'm 38 and not trying to die before my time. I've been overweight my whole life despite trying EVERYTHING to lose it! I would very much love having more people in my corner who understand what I'm going through and will be going through afterwards! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Survived the 1st wk of pre-op diet! (barely)
anniebanana replied to evelaine's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@evelaine You are beginning a week of shakes ONLY? Yikes!! They don't do that at the hospital where I am having surgery! 2 weeks of 3 shakes, one Lean Cuisine type meal daily. -
Survived the 1st wk of pre-op diet! (barely)
Lynne5767 replied to evelaine's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just started My 2 week Pre Op diet on Memorial Day! Thanks for the heads up on what I could have to look forward too! Good Luck On your Journey~ -
What was the amount of between your approval and actual surgery?
reachbree posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I got the call last week that I had been approved and scheduled for surgery. I'm guessing it's the norm but I wasn't given an option of dates. By the time the office called me, they already had me schedule for June 16. It just occurred to me that in order to qualify or apply for any type of leave/disability you have to get it in 30 days prior to surgery. Obviously my surgery is less than 30 days away. Initially I was going to do the 4-6 weeks that my Dr. suggests I recover for, then switched to, maybe ill be ok with just using a few days of vacation time then going back. Now I'm back to, I'm going to need more than 3 days to recover. That being said, I'm wondering if I should reschedule for a later date? Has anyone else filed for disability with a close surgery date? -
Discouraged, 15days post op. So hard getting things down..... do things get better ?
Shemekasr replied to tryingtobemybest's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello everyone, this thread has been very helpful to me. I am 2 weeks post op and I am struggling just like everyone else. I just started on soft foods today. I have tried Tuna with a little mayo and hummus. The hummus went down easy but the tuna created a tightness in my chest. There are times that I regret my decision to get sleeved but it's too late now so i just hope it gets better like everyone says. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Psych evaluation
heidikat72 replied to Tricia Renzi Grow's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
In December I thought the exact same thing! I had finally made the decision to have surgery and I wanted it NOW. But now here I am scheduled for surgery next week, all testing and medically supervised visits done and can't believe it went by so fast! Make use of this time. Start gradually making some changes in your diet, start being more physically active and gradually build up activity. Read as much as you can and think about what your routine will look like post surgery. Make a list of the things you are most looking forward to being able to do as the weight comes off - keep this list and look at it any time you start to second guess yourself or just need a little motivation. -
Quitting smoking before surgery, good or bad idea?
cheryl2586 replied to Wendydarling19's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I want to throw my two cents in. I smoked until I was six months post op and I wish I would have quit before because I lost 70lbs post op and quit smoking six months out and then had a stall for an entire year with no weight loss. My lungs are happy I quit smoking but if you decide to do it after surgery it will make your weight loss harder and you might even gain. Just my suggestion. -
Do You Feel The Lap Band Ring Post Op
thebandedman replied to tamou37's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm four weeks post op and have healed enough and lost enough weight to be able to feel my port under my skin with my fingers. It does not stick out or hurt or anything like that. TBM -
Do You Feel The Lap Band Ring Post Op
CharmaneFischer replied to tamou37's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had surgey on Nov 10th and the only thing I felt was the restriction from the little swelling after surgery but it is fine now. Each day gets better and I was off their pain meds three days after surgery but took liquid tylenol if I needed it. To be honest I really didn't need it. -
I Feel Let Down By My Lap Band Surgeon
kmtuwnnabe posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The doctor that I saw that put in the referral for my psych cons. as well as my nutrition cons. has not put in the bariatric consult. I have called and left message after message to let her know that I have completed both the referrals that she sent me for. I get nothing back. I understand docs at the MTF are busy...but geez....its been 3 weeks now. Im just so frustrated! -
Protiens 2 Weeks Before Surgery
lltaylor_2003 replied to Boniluuu's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I will be having surgery April 16, 2012. I have to do a liquid diet for 10 days....the first 7 days regular liquids (low fat/low sugar) and the last 3 days clear liquids. Being on a diet like this helps to "shrink" the liver in order for the doctor to have more room to work with in doing the lapband. I had to attend a nutrition class a few weeks ago and it explained my pre-op and post-op diet plans. Surely, you will attend a nutrition class or your doctor will talk to you about your diet.
