PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

So I cheated today really bad.. I had Half of a Jimmy Johns sandwich.. Now my tummy hurts I feel so sick and I'm scared I just messed up.. Can this be undone or do I need to reschedule? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Saw three docs today; Psych; Internest and Surgeon. All done just waiting on a date. Should have one within 2 weeks!! Yay Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So, I'm being proactive. It's that impatience in me. Although I've opted to just be as patient as I can be (with the wonderful advice of others), I did take the initiative to call my insurance and get some more questions answered. I was told that my three months on a weight loss drug supervised by my doctor counts as one of the requirements; but I've got about 6 months under my doc regarding weight loss. My bmi is over the min requirement, so I've got that settled. Just need the psych evaluation and the go ahead from the bariatric surgeon. I'm thinking I won't need to wait so long anymore. I'm getting excited here. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Today is day two of post opp. I had wake up every to walk for 10 mins I was told to try to sip 5 ounces of fluids an hour I don't think could drink that much currently I am afraid I may vomit or get heart burn. I don't feel much pain. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Next Wednesday is surgery day and Im getting Anxiety like no other... My life is already Anxiety filled since i lost my daughter almost 17yrs ago and it was just after Christmas when she passed. So the surgery i will be having soon is just bringing up more anxiety and im kn medication!... It's not the actual surgery I'm afraid of or my new life after it's being put under.... How have other's coped with this fear? Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

Had my endoscopy yesterday and they found a small area of erosion. She asked if I took a lot of ibuprofen, which I dont. Is this going to effect me getting my approval? Thanks everyone! Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

Well today I finally had my first appt. With my surgeon and I absolutely love her. She answered all of my questions and didn't make me feel rushed. She said this process will take 6 weeks to 6 months I'm praying for sooner. So now I start all the checklist of requirements to get approved !!!!!! I'm so excited !!!!!!!!! Sent from my N9132 using the BariatricPal App

Hi ive just booked my surgery with the hospital group at dolan park with martin richardson. Just wondered if anyone had any experience with the hospital group or mr richardson. Any advice or comments welcome! Many thanks Sent from my SM-G935F using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is scheduled for 1/3! I've never been a huge fan of Protein shakes so I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for which ones taste the best? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So, do anyone know how long Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois will take to complete the pre-approval process? It was submitted on 12/6/16, I checked on Friday and it's still in processing. Sent from my SM-T377T using the BariatricPal App

Day 3. I'm down 11 lbs. Any of your "support" people tell you see you can do it on your own you don't need surgery. ????

FINALLY SUBMITTING TO INSURANCE TODAY!!!! I have sleep apnea, and weigh way more than I care to admit!! So ready for this life change!!! Question: How long should I wait before blowing up my insurance companies phone for approval! so thrilled!!!

Just got the call from my surgeon's office. Everything is in and now all paperwork is being sent to my insurance company. I'm excited, nervous, overwhelmed. Now it's a waiting game. So glad I have the holidays to distract me ???? Loving Me

Hello. First post here. I'm one month away from my scheduled surgery and getting nervous. I just told my teenagers that I'm scheduled for surgery and they don't want me to have it. They want me to lose the weight the "right" way w diet and exercise. I am 75 lbs overweight and now this has cast doubt on my plans. I'm still planning, but want to see if anyone else has feedback on this....I'm single mom w diabetes, and high cholesterol and want to be healthier. They are worried I won't be able to change my habits after surgery and will gain weight back anyways.Ugh. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for gastric sleeve December 27th. I'm on my two week liquid diet. My stats are 5'5 240. This two week diet is so awful . Please help how do you get threw this? I've cheated some. I'm really starting to wonder if I should do this cause I still want to enjoy food. Any help is appreciated.? Sent from my SM-G930R4 using the BariatricPal App

Need some motivation. Can you all still enjoy food? Sent from my SM-G930R4 using the BariatricPal App

So - I am 13 days pre-surgery and I'm super excited! However, I am encountering a lot negative people when I tell them about my plans for surgery. "ohhh you don't need that"; "why don't you just diet"; "people have died doing that you know!?" I am usually an open book and had no intentions of keeping my surgery a secret however, I now I'm second-guessing myself. Anyone else encountering the insensitive side of others? How are you dealing?

I finally finished all of my appointments besides my final 3 nutrition. I had a sleep study done on November 24th. I was told some one would call me with in 10 days with the results. After 10 days had passed I played phone tag with my doctors nurse. Finally I got a call back where she said I have extremely mild sleep apnea and it wouldn't need to be treated because the equipment was very expensive they wouldn't use it for such a small case. My question is will this be a good enough clearance for surgery? I've got the go ahead for every thing except this. I have a follow up in a couple of weeks for what I'm not sure since they gave me the results already. Sent from my S…

Hi, I am happy to stumble on this group. I am getting ready for my January 12 bypass surgery RNY. I am doing all the research on Vitamin and which kind is best. Did/do you all find this overwhelming? I spend most of the year in a 3rd world country working and would need to bring these things with me after surgery. The mail system is not reliable but I can also have friends bring with them when they visit is possible. The first two weeks clear Protein, which is good? And a good sight to get vitamin? Also if you hade this type surgery what did you wish you knew before you did it? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, I am new here. I attended a weight loss surgery seminar last week (12/13) and they collected my insurance information. On Friday (12/16) I received a call from them informing me my insurance does cover surgery (not an official approval though, just that it is a covered benefit). I have my first official surgical consult on Wednesday (12/21). I've started jotting down questions, but I'm wondering if anyone has any questions you asked or wished you had asked. I'm hoping this process goes smoothly and that I am approved for surgery, but I also know it is a process. Thanks for any advice!

I am so worried about no support after I have surgery. I have no one to help me. Do you really need help after surgery? Can a person do this by themselves? I would appriciate any feedback. Iam almost there. I have very mild sleep apnea, so I have to wear the machine for 6 weeks and then they're hopefully going to do the surgery. My family continues to ridicule me about my weight and they are against weight loss surgery. I have had to be my own advocate. I would love to make some new friends here... Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

After my EGD my surgeon said that I have this. He called in a perscription for me and scheduled an appointment to come in and speak with him in a few weeks. I was planning on having the sleeve but read that it could make it worse. Anyone out there get diagnosed with this? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

I know I have posted a bit about my Dad. I am STILL set on surgery tomorrow...but this is what I have to deal with! Love him, but a LEMMING!!! ​The only real reason to have this surgery is to change your continuous hunger level....and that isn't guaranteed. Wacking off your stomach doesn't do much to your bodies ability to gain or loose weight. Slicing your self open and destroying your stomach sets you up for a possible lifetime of medical problems and pain, all for the promise of weight loss which I do believe will occur for you but at a dear cost. To be successful your meals will consist of a bland diet of about 4 tablespoons per meal. You don't need to cut ou…

I don't even start my very first appointment until the end of Jan 2017. Seems like so long from now. Has anyone shopped around for surgeons? I am going to where my doc referred but I know there has got to be more available and maybe can get in faster....or go with the referral? Or am I just too impatient? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My vsg surgery is scheduled for Jan. 30, 2017. Honesty I've been eating like total crap for the last couple weeks and I feel bad about it but for some reason I have this need to want to eat everything. I've been eating a lot of ice cream and bread eating this way is the reason I got as big as I am now and I know I have to change but I feel like I wanna eat what I can now before the surgery cuz then I'll be eating a lot healthier and won't be eating the junk. So I kinda wanted to get it out of my system now...I know that it's bad thinking and I'm trying to eat healthier but I still have moments where I'm like nahhhhh I need some ice cream. Sent from my iPhone using …

I'm 24 and ready for surgery in January. No set date yet and haven't started the 2 week liquid/protein diet yet but I'm mentally preparing myself for these big changes! If anyone can give me advice on how to keep my hunger down before and after surgery that'd be awesome! Idk what all the letters mean but at my heaviest I was 355 I am currently 322 and a healthy goal weight overall is for me to weigh 180! I want to be really toned not just slim. I've always been really active and have lost weight earlier this year doing Crossfit, even earned the nickname Cross-Whit But now when I just go walking my knees start to hurt and I'm just ready to lose weight and get rid of…

Hi! I have been struggling with weight loss for about 4 years now after I had my son. I finally got online to see how can I get help. I seen that I could schedule a consultation with a bariatric doctor because I prequalified by the answers of their questions. I have high blood pressure & sleep apnea. I'm so new to this and I just wanted to be put at ease on what's the steps after your first consultation with the surgeon & what should I look forward too. I have a consultation coming up the second week in January! I'm nervous yet anxious at the same time. I'm sure some can relate! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My nutrition packet from my doctor states that Syntrax nectar is considered a clear liquid, and that I should order some for post-op. Where is a good place to order the variety pack? I'm trying to find a good price. ALSO... Has anyone tried the Isopure clear drinks that come already bottled?

Hi everyone my doctor said I have to lose 50 pounds by May it is very hard my seizure medicine make me gain weight can you give me any advice thanks. Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone, well it would be that I come down with the sniffles two days before surgery. Does anyone know if this will delay my surgery? My throats scratchy and I have a bit of nasal drip but no fever or chest congestion[emoji53]

I have Medicaid and I wanted to know how long to they usually take to approve people? I'm nervous because I didnt lose weight I gained weight do you think they will deny me? Sent from my LGLS675 using the BariatricPal App

I'm so excited about my surgery it's a long time coming is scheduled next Wednesday the 28th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi People I'm in the process of booking a date for a band removal which will be followed by a sleeve (8-10 weeks later) and the surgeon has asked me to go on the VLCD/Liver Shrink diet for at least 4 weeks leading up to the band removal. Everything I've read about the pre-op phase is that people generally go on the pre-op diet for no more than 2 weeks. I don't know why he's asking for 4 weeks as he only looked at me, no bloods etc. My concern is not about not eating, it's about the impact it will have on my ability to function and keep working. Headaches, lethargy, mood swings etc are all things I'm concerned about. I am 31 years old, 6ft1 and weigh 170KG. I don't hav…

So far today is day 3 and i stepped on the scale and lost 4 lbs... Honestly though Iam miserable i just want to cry but i keep on trucking!.... 1 more week and i have my surgery. I am so blessed to have my husband and my few friends support me through this i know so many aren't that lucky. I can't wait to start my healthy life again physically and mentally. Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

I started my pre op diet today, I only have to do 1 week and already going crazy wanting some food. For the people who has to do longer then 1 week god bless.

I'm 4 days in my pre op two week diet and it's so hard ! Harder than I expected. I've done good up until today . I cheated a little. My dr is requesting I do all liquid diet for the two weeks. Protein drinks with sugar free Jello or popsicle for snack and nothing else. The headaches are unreal. Can anyone give me any tips! My surgery is on the 28th ! Sent from my 5056N using the BariatricPal App

I can't believe I'm here! I feel like I'm dreaming. I'm very excited and anxious. I look forward to fast forwarding 1 year and seeing the outcome. Things I look forward to doing: crossing my legs like a lady; wearing pretty shoes again; shaving my legs without getting winded....doing ANYTHING without getting winded. Heck - I'm just excited!

Finally approved for the sleeve. Now to pick a date and figure out how to pay for it! Getting excited and nervous!! How long did you all take off work? Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

Should I be concerned that the sodium from my broth is too much?? I have had 24 oz, 1 premiere Protein shake, and crystal light. I'm already over the daily recommended sodium (per my fitness pal) and it is because of the broth. This next question sounds stupid for me to even ask butttt does drinking extra Water offset the sodium intake?

Surgery is on Friday however I cheated today and had mcdonalds because I was so hungry after a day of just shakes.. Will this affect surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I managed to get through preop with only one pre planned mishap, and surgery is now just one more day away. But have I made the right choice? My heads still all focused on food. How I'm never going to get to fully enjoy a whole burger again. How every meal will only ever be mouthfuls. It freaks me out! Also, if I managed to lose 8kg in two weeks doing the preop diet, do I really need to have surgery. My problem is it's not just a little weight i have to lose, it's 70kg. Can I keep up a diet for that long, it'd take years? I asked my best friend that and all I got back was, well a lot of people have managed to do it on their own but everyone's different. That one comment…

Hi,. I live in Atlanta, GA and would like to know who is recommended as a top notch bariatric surgeon? I'm wanting to have sleeve surgery. Thanks, JD Sent from my XT1565 using the BariatricPal App

I started this journey in July by going to one of the mandatory seminars to get into one of the clinics. The lady running the seminar told us it would be about a month before someone would call us and usually another 2 months before actually being seen. I think it took about a week before I received the phone call and was asked if I could come in the next day. I was excited! I didn't expect things to happen so quickly. And when I went in the next day, all of my appointments were set up for my 6 month supervised diet, my dietician appointments, fitness test, sleep study, endoscopy and psych evaluation. All of it. And now, I've finished. I've lost around 50 pounds. But…

Really hoping I get an answer today!! I'm so ready to get this surgery.. Sent from my KYOCERA-C6742A using the BariatricPal App

The other day I posted about how I have been binging non stop since I found out I'll be getting my surgery in March. I got good feedback, some tough love comments saying if I really wanted it I would work my ass off for it. Well, I do want this, more than anything. My son is 2, he's what I have to live for along with my honey I want to prepare myself for this new life. I am 21 years old, 5'8" at 265 pounds & BMI of 40.5 ! I started out at 292 but scared myself, I did not wanna get to 300 so I made some changes like quitting soda and chips and dropped almost 30 pounds but that was it. I started binging again but thankfully haven't gained anything back. I need to get i…

Listen I am so scared--- I will be sleeved on 12/21/16 I've been watching You Tube videos, reading forums, etc. I'm scared as I don't know what... Today I started my liquid diet-- I am starving! Need advice, support, and a push!!

Tomorrow at 3pm I am getting my surgery and still kind of nervous. I also don't like the fact that I am not having surgery until 3pm especially having to be NPO after midnight. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

Alright sleevers! I have a question for you! What's is the best Protein smoothie that you have had? Best tasting? Consistency? And went best for a gastric sleeve diet? Thanks in advance! Bariatric Barbie Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anybody from VA.? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Surgery date Dec 28 I am nervous but at the same time confident in the Lord! Who else have Surgery the same date or close , I would like to invited you to stick together on this journey. God bless you all. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App