Thinking about WLS but still unsure. Need Advice thank you

[MissBJones 9]

I had a few questions about WLS. The pro's I know of but I am just afraid of the cons, also if I should or shouldn't go through with the process of talking with doctor, getting a referral and approval and surgery date etc. I haven't seen a PCP doctor in a long time, and because of Medi-Cal insurance I am unable to even go to mine because he is not accepting New Patient appts, so I have had no Diabetes, High Cholesterol, etc Blood Work done ever. I am 24, 100 plus over supposed weight i should be for my height, and my mom has had high cholesterol, and my grandfather has heart disease, and grandmother has diabetes, a few of her sisters also.
I am still Breastfeeding and have had 3 c section surgeries and would like to have more children via VBAC in the future also so I really want to know how WLS will affect my body, reproductive organs and all other organs with rapid weight loss, and getting used to the new lifestyle.

T.I.A

[choosehope 233]

I'm pre-op so I can't give you any first hand info. I was also concerned about the cons and sat down and made a list comparing the pros and cons. For me the physical, health, emotional and spiritual gains possible with WLS far outweighed the cons. Doesn't mean I'm not nervous about surgery or my life post surgery, but I'm more nervous/fearful of continuing to live life like I am. Best wishes in making your decision! You have some pretty cute kiddos!! (So smart to protect their identity!)

[James Marusek 5,244]

You may want to check with your health insurance and determine if they will cover the surgery. Many insurances require that your BMI exceeds a certain value or that you have co-morbitities. So you might not qualify because your current BMI of 39.5 is not high enough.

[MissBJones 9]

thank you choosehope !! yea those pros do outweigh the cons seems like.

ok thank you james

Edited August 25, 2015 by MissBJones

[red37 116]

My surgeon said no getting pregnant for a minimum of 18 months after surgery. Might be something to take into consideration.