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My Name is Marilyn

3 years ago I had the lapband for about 8 months which aggravated my tortourus esophagus & I had to have it removed. I have a BMI of over 50. I have Medicare as my primary & BCBS of Illinois for my secondary. I just met with my surgeon a week ago today talking about the VSG. He thought it would be the safest surgery for me...I am not even eligible through Medicare & I have been going through severe depression that I am seeing a doctor for. If I don't get this surgery I am going to die...I need all the support I can get...so will you please help me?

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You got it. Prayers first and foremost. What else can we do to support?

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My Name is Marilyn

3 years ago I had the lapband for about 8 months which aggravated my tortourus esophagus & I had to have it removed. I have a BMI of over 50. I have Medicare as my primary & BCBS of Illinois for my secondary. I just met with my surgeon a week ago today talking about the VSG. He thought it would be the safest surgery for me...I am not even eligible through Medicare & I have been going through severe depression that I am seeing a doctor for. If I don't get this surgery I am going to die...I need all the support I can get...so will you please help me?

Sorry to hear that. . depression is a horrible thing. . . have you thought about self pay, after all a small loan to save your life??? well just a thought, and like mini me says we'll pray for you. . . good luck

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Hi Marilyn,

First of all, thanks for being courageous enough to seek help and ask for prayer. Since you are a Christian, let's begin with the Word of God which states in Psalms 118:17 that "I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD." You need to declare this word over your life everyday! Literally wake up and say out of your mouth "I WILL LIVE AND NOT DIE, AND DECLARE THE WORKS OF THE LORD."

Secondly, we will be praying that God opens a door for you to receive the surgery you desire. In the mean time. Be encouraged! You are not alone. There are many people on this forum who understand what you're going through. I had to learn that the weight may affect my emotions, but it does not define who I am! You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14)!

I will be checking on you. Keep us posted and remember to speak God's word over your life daily. It has power!

Min. Natalie

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I am lifting you up in prayer right now. Hang in there and have faith in God because He loves you and wants what is best for you.

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Hi Marilyn,

First of all, thanks for being courageous enough to seek help and ask for prayer. Since you are a Christian, let's begin with the Word of God which states in Psalms 118:17 that "I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD." You need to declare this word over your life everyday! Literally wake up and say out of your mouth "I WILL LIVE AND NOT DIE, AND DECLARE THE WORKS OF THE LORD."

Secondly, we will be praying that God opens a door for you to receive the surgery you desire. In the mean time. Be encouraged! You are not alone. There are many people on this forum who understand what you're going through. I had to learn that the weight may affect my emotions, but it does not define who I am! You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14)!

I will be checking on you. Keep us posted and remember to speak God's word over your life daily. It has power!

Min. Natalie

In agreement, In Jesus name!!!

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I do not have coverage so I am a self payer. I have scrounged and saved to get the money and have also taken out loans. I feel this is important enough to bring on a bit more debt and I will figure out the details of paying it off later.

Health is more important to me now than money!

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Prayers sent and will continue.

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