cassy1987 0 Posted July 2, 2012 Hi, im 25 years old i weigh 296 ive been over weight my whole live ive tried weight loss programs online thru the mail and from the store tried meals for weight loss ive tried diet pills . Closet i got to loosing weight was lose ten gain twenty five i stay sick all the time i have diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, tyroid issues and servere back problems. Im kind of scared to have excess skin but at this point willing to do ne thing cassy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted July 2, 2012 Hi' date=' im 25 years old i weigh 296 ive been over weight my whole live ive tried weight loss programs online thru the mail and from the store tried meals for weight loss ive tried diet pills . Closet i got to loosing weight was lose ten gain twenty five i stay sick all the time i have diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, tyroid issues and servere back problems. Im kind of scared to have excess skin but at this point willing to do ne thing cassy[/quote'] And what are your reasons against the surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~*~ Melissa ~*~ 31 Posted July 2, 2012 Cassy- I am in the same boat with you-- starting at the same weight, at the same age, and with similar health problems. Yes, excess skin is never fun but losing the weight will help get rid of your back problems, breathing problems, and may even help your diabetes. Excess skin may not be appealing to look at but the weight that is on your frame will only continue to keep you from living life AND even take years off your life. Weigh out the options-- the surgery is a tool that will help you if you are mentally prepared for the new journey. Don't do the surgery if you think it's going to do all the work. My surgery is in 17 days. Message me if you want to talk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwynne 14 Posted July 2, 2012 The excess skin is just superficial, and that is if you have any. You're young, and it should not be a big issue. Important thing here is you become healthier. I was 25 when i had an angioplasty, and was diagnose with high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholestrol.. It was until recently when I went back for a follow up and learnt that my blood sugar is not under control and had to double the dosage of the pills i was taking that I decided something needs to be done quickly. We're too young to be on pills this early. So far, I'm 10 weeks out, lost about 50 lbs and im off my diabetic pills. I'm still mornitoring and hoping the next follow up i can be off my cholestrol pills etc. I feel so much lighter post surgery, and not having to pop so many pills, so many times a day is just a great feeling. I went into this surgery only in hopes to put my diabetes into remission. In 1 week, i got what i wanted, weight wasn't the first thing on my mind, but it comes as a package and a wonderful bonus aint it? I'm not suggesting you ShOULD do the surgery. I think you should do your reseach and be prepared for this major change. I've not had any problems coping so far . Having to plan what to eat during outings with friends and family is the last thing on my mind. I've not ordered a meal for myself since surgery. I always share with my friends since i can hardly finish half of whatever I ordered. And that saves me quite a lot of money plus unknowingly, thinking of what to eat has been the last thing on my mind lately. food doesn't rule my life anymore! I don't have any thing bad to say about having this surgery, other than the dizzy spells occassionally and the hardest thing now is getting my fluids in. I'm sure a lot of people here will be glad to share their journey and thoughts with you. Good luck to you! 1 O.T.R. sleever reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ashleyxx 277 Posted July 2, 2012 Make sure you research, different surgery options (what may be good for one person may not be for the other) doctors, hospitals. Talk to others who have had it done, ask questions, make a pros and cons list for surgery, thats one thing that really helped me make up my mind! Wishing you the best of luck! Also Melissa congrats on your surgery date and good luck Im going to add you both if you dont mind. 1 destysmama reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
destysmama 1 Posted July 2, 2012 Hello ladies! I am in the same position! I have been thinking about doing this for awhile! I just hear different things about insurance approval! I guess ill just have to attempt to try and see how far i get (: I am 24 years old, married with 2 kids. I have a BMI of 40 :-/. Now that im done having kids i wish to loose weight primarily for health purposes! Diabetes and hi.blood pressure run in my family! Any perks on.getting insurance approval? Anyone? I dont want to have to go through a 6 month program or what not.. To get approved....:/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cassy1987 0 Posted July 2, 2012 Hello ladies! I am in the same position! I have been thinking about doing this for awhile! I just hear different things about insurance approval! I guess ill just have to attempt to try and see how far i get (: I am 24 years old' date=' married with 2 kids. I have a BMI of 40 :-/. Now that im done having kids i wish to loose weight primarily for health purposes! Diabetes and hi.blood pressure run in my family! Any perks on.getting insurance approval? Anyone? I dont want to have to go through a 6 month program or what not..To get approved....:/[/quote'] My main worry will medicare cover the surgery cassy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted July 2, 2012 Hello ladies! I am in the same position! I have been thinking about doing this for awhile! I just hear different things about insurance approval! I guess ill just have to attempt to try and see how far i get (: I am 24 years old' date=' married with 2 kids. I have a BMI of 40 :-/. Now that im done having kids i wish to loose weight primarily for health purposes! Diabetes and hi.blood pressure run in my family! Any perks on.getting insurance approval? Anyone? I dont want to have to go through a 6 month program or what not..To get approved....:/[/quote'] Well if your plan doesn't specifically exclude WLS, and you have no weight related problems, 40 BMI seems to be the right number. If you have comorbidities then 35 seems to be getting it done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~*~ Melissa ~*~ 31 Posted July 2, 2012 Everyone's provider is different. You have to present your individual case to insurance and they will determine if you are approved and for how much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
destysmama 1 Posted July 2, 2012 @OTR sleever: ty for the repLy!(: my insurance does include bariatric services.just not sure if id have to go through any pre programs or anything of that sort!:/ lol i hope not! I just want to get it done and over with! So would i need any major complications in order for them to approve me?? Do you know?? @melissa...thank you :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cassy1987 0 Posted July 2, 2012 Everyone's provider is different. You have to present your individual case to insurance and they will determine if you are approved and for how much. I really want the surgery i know medicaid covers it but they are my secondary i dont know gonna do a lot of research. So if you have mental issues you cant have the surgeey cassy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~*~ Melissa ~*~ 31 Posted July 2, 2012 Some insurance companies require patients to complete a 6 month diet program with a specified company/hospital, others don't require that at all. Some insurance companies even require patients to attend a certain number of sessions with a psychologist to determine if you are doing the surgery for the right reasons and/or are ready for the surgery since it is a big change. You have to change your eating habits, incorporate exercise, etc. I will say that I never went through insurance because I am on my parent's insurance. They do not approve of the surgery and do not support it after watching my sister lose over 150 pounds on her own. They expect me to do the same but I have more issues being a smaller frame-- for example, my knees, under-active thyroid, etc. I have opted to do my surgery in Mexico because insurance is not required and it is something I can afford. One of my friends was approved for the procedure and still has to pay roughly $10,000 in the US. Do your research-- not every case is the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
destysmama 1 Posted July 2, 2012 That is sooo true! Thnk you (: I will look into it. 1 ~*~ Melissa ~*~ reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~*~ Melissa ~*~ 31 Posted July 2, 2012 Good luck to the both of you 1 destysmama reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cassy1987 0 Posted July 2, 2012 Good luck to the both of you Thanks cassy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
