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A woman who worked at my organization died suddenly last week at the age of 67. She was morbidly obese. She was in the health care field and people used to comment about how ironic it was that she was a health care researcher but was so overweight. I thought that was pretty catty. Today I was telling another coworker about the woman's death and she said, "Well, I'm sure she had a lot of health problems, you know..." and just trailed off. I knew she wanted to say "because she was morbidly obese" but she stopped because I have just had RNY. No one really knows why this woman died. Everyone is assuming it was because of her weight. I know that obesity can cause significant health issues. That's one of the reasons why I had my surgery. But it just struck me as strange that, even in death, this woman, who held a PhD, is still being judged.
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I can't like that but I'm in the same boat with scheduling. Between our vacation in June with my BFF (who I am not planning to tell I'm having the surgery just because she will judge me) and my kids camps etc, I won't have an open window of time til the first of August. But my surgeon's office schedules 8-10 weeks out from approval so if I want it that first part of August (ideal for me) then it needs to be approved by the end of May at the latest. I will tell my PCP about the records thing. She is a great dr but her staff stinks. Seems it is either a great staff and an ok doctor or a great dr and crappy staff.
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I'm currently going through the preop process. I met with a nutritionist at the beginning of last week, and she wanted me to practice the post op diet.. pretty much what I'll be eating from 3 months out of surgery and for the rest of my life. The plan is to meet next Monday and hopefully, I'll be done with all my pre-op requirements. I'm trying. I started gradually decreasing my fat and sugar intake, threw out massive amounts of food that I will not be eating, stocked up on Protein shakes. It's going ok, but I am SO cranky. I get that detoxing off sugar can make a person snippy, I just think it's a combination of sugar detox, having to change my eating pattern, reflecting on my history of poor food choices, and mourning. I gotta say, I am not a fun person to be around right now. I'm determined to get through it, but for now I feel like I need to warn people.
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I was told the same. Focus on Vitamins, protein and fluids. For the record I'm getting between 650 and 850 cals a day according to my tracker. I'm three months out. Turkey chili w/beans is good too. One cup has 17gr protein but I can only eat 1/2 cup. I never have trouble with it.
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Aetna Better Health Illinois
Finding_Stacy replied to pvechiola's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think with most, if not all surgeries, the speed of approval has more to do with your case than their timeline. With my insurance, they approved me in less than five hours, but I've read many times on here people have waited up to two weeks on an answer. If you're waiting for an approval, don't forget, you can always call your insurance. You could be approved but they just haven't sent out the letter yet. Good luck! -
Yes call your doctor ! I know that in my frost few weeks as I was dropping weight so was my blood pressure and I was still taking the same amount of meds and it was makin me very dissy might be part of it. But talking to the doctor would be good
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I feel like I have a lot of stress going on in my life right now too. I just keep telling my self that after surgery I have six weeks to focus on me. This is a good motivator for me to keep pushing through the rough patches.
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How long was it before you could exercise?
ParrotheadCathy replied to Erin18's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Erin, it doesn't sound like it's really heavy cleaning so I'd say give yourself 3-4 days if you can. Then for another week or so, don't push the vacuum with the hand on the side of your port because it could make it sore. At first, don't lean over, squat down .... and I think you'll be fine. -
Help I'm 5 days post op with a few questions
MCE1205 replied to lorelai's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I could never get all the Protein in immediately after surgery. I'd get so full. The surgeon said do as much as I could. I didn't start supplement (except multi vitamins) until a few weeks out. My energy level was very low. I am on a nasal spray of B-12 (Nascobal) once a week and Iron. I also take calcium. supplements Prescribed by surgeon thorough Nutrition Direct. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Help I'm 5 days post op with a few questions
lorelai posted a topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I can't get the 4 Protein drinks in daily. I am supposed to do this for another week. I barely get 2 in. What did everyone else do? Also, they recommended opti source Vitamins, however they have aspartame in them. What is everyone taking to get their multi vitamin/multi mineral, B12 and Calcium citrate in? I would like to stay clear of artificial ingredients and fillers. Also do u take Iron every day? What about stool softeners, any over the counter ones to recommend? Do you take anything for hair loss? Lots of questions... please help Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using the BariatricPal App -
I need some support and perhaps suggestions
Renkoss replied to Renkoss's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I do concentrate on getting in Protein with every meal. I just think that perhaps I'm not eating the amount of protein that I need. I'm doing as much liquid as I can, but I don't know that I'm hitting at least 64 ounces a day. I know I get my supplements in; I'm very good at taking my Vitamins and supplements, as well as my medication. I guess I will put at least one shake back into the mix and see what happens. I am walking/exercising at least 30 minutes a day, and I plan to start some strength training this week. Thanks for your help. I appreciate all suggestions and comments. -
I actually ended up getting 1cc last Thursday and I finally feel the band! I was looking at other people's weight loss and how many cc's they were getting and I was feeling kind of bummed out last week. Thanks for all of the positive and encouraging responses!
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Tomorrow will be my week bandiversary. Over this past week Ive felt good, Ive felt like crap. Ive cried, Ive laughed (while holding my stomach!) Ive RUN To the bathroom, and Ive come to this site alot. Ive walked to the end of my road and back so much that I think my neighbors think Im stalking them. Several of the recent January Bandsters said "hang in there, come day 6 or 7 you will turn the corner. Boy where they right! I feel amazing today!!!! Still having left sided pain when i breath in too deep but I can live with that. At my 1ST follow up, my scale matched the doctors, so 16lbs down (11 from surgery date). It was nice to review things with the nurse educator after I saw the Dr. I keep reading over my material to make sure im on track. Today I graduated to mushies! And I have to say 1/2 c. Cottage cheese never tasted so good to chew. Im finding creative ways to get my protein in without drinking a protein drink. My yogurt was 8g protein so i added 12g protein powder giving my plain yogurt some flavor all while getting in 20g protein! I think another imperative spirit lifter was seeing my co-workers today. Everyone knows i had surgery so Im not in the "fat closet". It was great having everyone tell me how great i look and how my boobs have shrunk! ( guess that was a compliment?) Lol. Today was a beautiful day! Im looking forward to many many more!
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I watching a video on you tube and the girl said she was gassy for weeks and hated to go out of the house. Is this true? How can you go back to work? She also said "Never trust a fart" gross I know, but is that also true?
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Great idea having this thread because I was just looking at a couple of new threads and thought I can't keep up with all the new people. So I say congratulations and good luck to everyone having surgery this week... let us know how it goes. :whoo::whoo:
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Glad all is well. My surgery with Dr. Nick went very well too. I am 10 weeks out and feel great! Keep sipping and walking. Try and get some Isopure in you as soon as you get home. It will help so much with the healing from the inside. Stay ahead of the pain, and sip, sip, sip and walk, walk, walk!
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It's friggen ridiculous what they charge! My psych eval cost $495, but luckily my co-pay was only $25. I had a student do the eval (so should have been charged less ~ lol), & then the "Doc" came in for 10 mins & told me I should seek counseling for something that happened to me over 20 years ago. Stupid me, I did list the trauma I suffered back then (nearly being kidnapped but got away & the other 8 victims that were kidnapped by this monster were all murdered) but I don't carry that around. I'm just very aware of my surroundings & while it was traumatic back then, I gained a lot of wisdom from it. I'm over it. I survived & know it wasn't my time to go. I just listed it because it asked for any traumatic experiences & I wanted to be truthful. In the meantime, I had such a bad experience at the hospital I was going to go thru for my surgery that I decided to go thru another hospital afterall & I had to get a copy of my psych eval. I called her office EVERYDAY for one week to NO response. I left voice mail messages (all nice but thankfully she couldn't read my mind) as to why & what I needed. No return calls. Had to go thru the bariatric program director to get a copy of my eval. What a joke! Anyway, I'm not impressed with these psychologists! I'm glad you at least didn't have to pay way more than you should have but if you're not satisfied with your meeting, you might want to consider seeking another psychologist. Of course, if you are sure you're ready for this surgery, just let it be. We'll all give you our opinions on things anyway! LOL! We'll be your psych support group! I think being able to go thru all these hoops is proof enough we're ready for this life changing surgery! Good luck to you!
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practice sipping & chewing
thatgurl replied to thatgurl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
thank you guys for your responses. i must have misunderstood what the nutritionist was saying. maybe the sipping is for the first couple of weeks post op. i am so excited about this journey i must have zoned out for a minute while she was talking. i can't stop thinking about 'life after' being banded. so excited! so determined! to be successful! -
Working stiffs, how long...
Ms. Vicki replied to winner's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have an office job, but stayed out of work for 2 weeks due to the gas pains in my neck. The surgery itself was not bad. -
What pain medications have you had success with since WLS? I am 10 months post-op, I have lost 120 lbs and still have 42 to go. This week I ended up in the ER with ovarian cysts. Very painful. The ER doc is not real familiar with WLS and gave me pain meds that just aren't working. What have you had the best luck with?
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20 lbs down on liquid diet pre-op
wascott replied to need change's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good for you! I'm worried about the 2 week pre-op liquid diet. I'm close to my surgery weight goal already. I keep telling myself that if I tough it out then I'll be that much closer to my final goal. I've been doing a lot of walking. I wonder if I should cut back while on the liquid diet. -
I had my sleeve surgery on 7-17-17
sunmeadow replied to moniquef246's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
My surgery was on the 17th also (but I'm wicked old compared to most of you. Lol.) I haven't told many people either: the cousin who inspired me to have VSG and the aunt who asked me if I'd ever consider going what my cousin did (We're very close and I was in pre-op mode and my mouth/brain wouldn't let me lie to her). The week before, I told a close friend because she's my medical emergency contact. That was it. I've since told the 2nd of my 3 close friends (again, I just couldn't make myself lie when she asked what was new...oh, nothing, just lying here with 5 holes in my belly and missing most of my stomach...you know, same old, same old). I will tell the third friend before I see her in August. I haven't yet decided whether I will tell my dad. We're close too, but live far away from each other so sometimes we take "but I didn't want to worry you" too far...to the point that he now brings medical reports when he visits so he doesn't get the third degree from my aunt and I. Lol. I'm close to a few people at work, but they definitely don't need to know. Oh, and I've never been so excited at the thought of eating an egg or cottage cheese!!!! Counting down to Tuesday! -
I had my sleeve surgery on 7-17-17
moniquef246 replied to moniquef246's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Very true! lol I'm doing pretty well. A little dizzy and weak from not eating and only doing the liquid diet for a few weeks but besides that doing well! How about you ? -
I am sure he/she just booked you for a three hour window to allow you all the time you may need. Some people want to talk and discuss their issues and others (like me) don't have much to talk about. Some patients in my office see the psych regularly to help them through dealing with their weight issues. Mine booked me for two hours but I was only actually there for around 30 minutes.
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I remember my first fill was not until the 6 week mark as well. Your doc is being safe/conservative to ensure your success. As crummy as that may feel, it's actually better for you long term. Hang in there. The worse part is over.
