cbruce125 114 Posted August 10, 2015 I am supposed to have surgery next Monday (Aug 17th), but my first insurance request never made it through, which would have left me knowing in plenty of time to prepare. Now it's down to the wire and even though I don't expect to be denied, I haven't gotten my hopes up. I have BCBS of IL and did all of the requirements. I have been busy and distracted all summer so I feel like I am just not ready! If I hear tomorrow that my surgery is a go for the following Monday, then I will commence freaking out. But I also want to get this surgery (sleeve) done and start moving forward. I don't know what to do! Did anyone else feel unprepared for their surgery? Did anyone postpone it for a bit without having to go though the process again? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShrinkingPeach 1,291 Posted August 10, 2015 Never considered postponing. Did all my research while waiting for the consult and continued learning while doing all my requirements. In reality there isn't much to research f you have already done your requirements and have chosen your surgeon and procedure. The rest is just what you will be eating and the plan they want you on. That should be given to you before surgery. Don't panic and in the tie you have left get your plan in place. It isn't that complicated and you will be glad you were proactive and ready to go. Don't delay a step toward better health. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted August 10, 2015 How do you feel unprepared? Have you been reading and researching? Have you met with a NUT and received education from your surgical program? Is it fear? If it's because you are not mentally ready then talk with your surgeon, NUT, and or psych person for some guidance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cbruce125 114 Posted August 10, 2015 I am not mentally prepared. A part of me still doesn't believe I am going to do this. I haven't obsessed about it or thought much about it. I did what I needed to do, read the literature and just pushed it to the back of my mind. Which is unlike me. I am an over-preparer lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted August 10, 2015 Because of some financing delays I was more than ready when the time came. The worst part of the whole experience for me was the anticipation and the step into the unknown. Personally, based on my experience, I would recommend that you not postpone, but you are really the only person who can decide. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cbruce125 114 Posted August 10, 2015 I think I am too afraid to really think about it. I want to get it done, but wish I didn't have to. Anyways, I am just rambling and trying to process what I am feeling Thanks For listening! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockeyfan7 249 Posted August 10, 2015 Yes I was not quite prepared. I had my first appointment to discuss my band to sleeve revision and then 2 weeks later I was in surgery. And I had to make an unexpected trip across country for work in that 2 weeks. But I was determined to do it so I just went with the flow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
avRose 20 Posted August 10, 2015 I was in kind of the same boat. I started considering WLS in May, and because I'm in school I knew that if I wanted to do it then it had to be this summer, so everything happened really fast. On my Monday, I went in for my surgery and everything still felt completely unreal and I never even had an "okay I'm really doing this moment." Next thing I knew, I woke up with an ice pack on my tummy and it was over! Now it's done, and I just start moving forward. For me, I knew that it was always going to be a tough decision and that I was never going to feel completely ready no matter how long I deliberated. It's a big decision. But I did know that if I called it off, I would wake up the next day regretting it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katybelle7 65 Posted August 10, 2015 Have you started your liquid diet yet? That should give you a chance for second thoughts if you still have them. If you're a religious person, pray on it, make your decision and know it's the right one. Don't second guess yourself then! Whatever you choose, it will be right for you. Personally, I'm not looking forward to surgery, but I'm looking forward to a healthier me and positive results. Keep your eye on the prize. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cbruce125 114 Posted August 11, 2015 No liquid diet for me. My surgery is on Monday, so I have to do Clear liquids on Sunday, but that's it. I got the news that I have been approved, so my surgery is definitely happening next Monday. Omg!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newbeginnings1965 48 Posted August 15, 2015 How did everything go? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
