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[April Marie 69]

Hi, my name is April I'm 40 from Brooklyn, NY and I'm currently going thru the steps of pre op for my gastric sleeve surgery. I do not have a date yet as I am a new patient. My niece lost 80 pounds and she looks great. I'm doing for health reasons. I'm right now doing a sleep study #2 (CPAP) if I don't go thru it I can't have the surgery and my apnea is moderate. Does anyone have sleep apnea and is going thru the same process as I am. Other then that I look forward of hearing some great experiences.

[t1018ross 116]

I had very mild sleep apnea (didn't even need a CPAP) so it wasn't an issue for me. Just wanted to tell you good luck with your pre-op journey! This site is a great place for information and support.

[KCgirl061 1,532]

Welcome! Getting diagnosed with sleep apnea should help get you approved. Does your insurance require a comorbidity no matter the BMI? Most insurances will approve a BMI over 40 without comorbidity.