Had my band converted to sleeve yesterday!

[nursemelissa 2]

Pain at the site where they removed the port so far so good

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[SusanB55 89]

I am supposed to have my band removed tomorrow also; sleeve to be done only if it is safe. I hope I wake up sleeved!

How are you feeling otherwise?

[mom2wils 16]

I was converted on the 10th also. Pretty sore still. Said my stomach was a mess of twists that took them awhile to undo before they could sleeve. Just glad to be done!

[SusanB55 89]

I was converted on may 11. I am sore and kinda grumpy. I am having a lot of trouble meeting my Protein goal, and this is only day 1.

[mom2wils 16]

I was converted on may 11. I am sore and kinda grumpy. I am having a lot of trouble meeting my Protein goal, and this is only day 1.

My doc told me to not worry about Protein until full liquids. Today was day 1 of those and I struggled! Couldn't finish but half a shake.

Don't feel as sore today but had major breakdown with hubby. Just lost it. Mix of everything I think hit me. Better now and tomorrow is another day. Hopefully I'll do better with goals! Good luck to you!

[NeedaBreak4Me 1,755]

I promise it gets easier.... i thought i would never be able to meet my Protein and Water... especially water... but after about a week it got a lot easier once the swelling went down.

Its a stressful time for your body... emotions will be out of whack.. be kind to your body and give it time to heal

Im 3 weeks out now... i cant even tell ive had surgery until i eat... the only reminder i have is when i feel i have had enough food... i know.

Hang in there... promise it'll get easier

[nursemelissa 2]

How do you know when you are full? What are the cues?

[NeedaBreak4Me 1,755]

I think everyone is different... for me it when i am feeling content with the amount ive eaten, which depending on the density is around 1/4 a cup for meaty soft foods and 1/2 a cup for mushy purees... its hard to explain but its a comfortable fullness.

I made a major mistake last night where i tried to eat one extra bite.... it took me over the edge and i felt soooo uncomfortable

[Felisha602 0]

Hello,

does anyone know it Aenta pays for revision surgery and if so, do you have to complete the entire process again, as if you were having the surgery for the 1st time?

[SusanB55 89]

Hi,

I think all insurance companies have requirements for conversion surgery. I just had my band converted to a sleeve 6 days ago. I'm so glad it is gone, but the whole process is an ordeal. So many hoops to jump through and then the surgery itself was rough for me. I have BCBS Fed. If you call member services on your insurance card or look in your patient benefit book, it should outline the requirements. @@Felisha602

Edited May 17, 2016 by SusanB55

[nursemelissa 2]

How are you feeling?