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Breaking my silence; my demons and my future.

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cassandramarie93    199

cassandramarie93
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As most (I can imagine) I've been lurking through many forums gathering all of the information I possibly can before visiting my bariatric surgeon for a consultation on August 9th. I've made an appointment with my primary care specialist for the first to expedite the process of insurance approval (bcbs) I am a bit nervous for one reason I have been extremely fourth coming with my past with my PCP in which I struggled with methampetimine addiction (take a wild guess one of the reasons that became my drug of choice) anyhow I am about a year and 5 months in recovery and successfully completed rehabilitation. I am very scared that bariatric surgeon may see that as a hinderance over a tool. I truly believe that everything I learned in that time about my worth and building my support systems are things that will be invaluable to me through this process. I'm scared of this entire process. I'm also very ready. I believe the potential I have is just barely beginning to be tapped into. Any support of experience anyone may have similar to mine that could ease my mind a bit would be greatly appreciated.

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Seagull    140

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Methamphetamine is great for weight loss. I'm not sure if you admit that you recently used that you will be approved through insurance. I remember having to sign that I was substance free, including alcohol, for a specific period of time but I don't remember how long. The psychologist also asked me 30 different ways about past alcohol/drug use. I happened to never try anything other than alcohol so I was safe. My only addiction was to greasy food.

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cassandramarie93    199

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I expect that, my insurance covered part of the cost of my rehab as well. I liked my body a lot when I was using the problem was when I got clean I ended up going into "survival mode" about 3 to 4 months out I started applying my recovery tools to the way I was eating to address "cross addiction" wherever possible. Thankyou for your input! I am really hoping that after he speaks to me he can see I'm coming from a grounded place in my soul. Fingers crossed.

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VSGAnn2014    12,992

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I wish you all the best in the world.

Congrats on being in recovery. :)

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LowBMISleever    381

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Just remember if insurance won't cover you and you feel you absolutely must have the surgery, you can finance a vastly cheaper sleeve by excellent doctors in Mexico. I got sleeved at OCC by Dr. Ortiz just 9 days ago and feel amazing! Good luck on your continued recovery!

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Seagull    140

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I expect that, my insurance covered part of the cost of my rehab as well. I liked my body a lot when I was using the problem was when I got clean I ended up going into "survival mode" about 3 to 4 months out I started applying my recovery tools to the way I was eating to address "cross addiction" wherever possible. Thankyou for your input! I am really hoping that after he speaks to me he can see I'm coming from a grounded place in my soul. Fingers crossed.

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I wish you luck, hopefully it goes well for you.

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#9grammy    274

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You could ask the doctor about pain medication.. Maybe you can use MotrinTylenol after surgery? Being in recovery this long is Awesome

Would hate for you to go back to using with pain meds? Just something to think about. Good Luck :-)

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blueeyedgirlvsg    13

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I did not want anything strong and my Dr and his assistant knew that up front, my husband had a problem with pain meds so I don't want them in the house even.. you should be fine, I am on Day 4 and I am ok, I was told to use tylenol for pain which has been fine.. good luck to you! I wish you the best! ????

VSG 7/26/16, Newby to the Losers Bench

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dnlnext    23

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Congrats on your recovery. Though your situation may differ from mine, I also have bcbs and they approved me. However, I do have to do 6 months of dietary counseling on which only have 2 months to go on. October. Hope all goes well, keep us posted!

Thanks

Dan

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cassandramarie93    199

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@@#9grammy I am not as worried about the pain medication due to the vastly different effects of the drugs. I've had a tonsillectomy and wisdom teeth removal prior to seeking this and opioid based medications don't react with my body well they tend to make me very queasy. From an addict perspective I guess this is a blessing I do hope that the pain is well managed with something less heavy.

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