PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I keep reading that there is extensive testing before surgery to make sure that you can have the surgery...what kind of tests? I assume blood pressure, etc...but can't find any place on line that tells me all of them. Also, I have some pretty substantial swelling in my lower legs that my doctor attributes to my weight. I take lasix for it, but it doesn't do much...is this going to be an issue for my surgery?

Hello I have independence blue cross/keystone. Does anyone know the process and if they even accept the surgery? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Sigh....I've been looking forward to the call since Wednesday to schedule my first consultation. Kept telling myself to be patient. Well, I received a call from "Unknown" and didn't answer because, well, it's Unknown! It was the clinic!! Lesson learned. I'll be answering ALL calls from now on!

Is there any reason you can't have one cup of decaf coffee a day, no sugar ,no cream ? Maybe add some Protein powder for flavor.. I'm in day 6 of the diet and holding strong, the only thing that gets to me is that one cup of coffee in the morning, I don't care if it's decaf, I drink decaf all the time before anyways Tia Sent from my SM-T330NU using the BariatricPal App

I am on my pre-op diet and it's very specific as to what I can and cannot eat as well as how much I can eat. With the holidays coming up I'm not necessarily worried about straying from my diet I'm more worried about everyone offering me food or asking why I'm not eating as much. Thanksgiving I will be spending at my sisters and the people that will be there know that I'm on a specific diet given to me by my doctor but nothing more. Christmas on the other hand had me so stressed out that I just decided not to go. Christmas is usually a big thing with my mom's side of the family so there will be a lot of extended family members there that I don't plan on sharing my surge…

Hi. Just a quick intro. I'm 33 and weigh 250. I'm 5'6". I'm desperate to lose weight. I'm a mother of 4 and my mother in law lives with us. It's been a struggle to lose weight this time around. I'm so busy I can't find time to shower most days, not to mention excercise. Also with 6 other people in the house it's not feasible to make my meals separate from everyone else's. It just doesn't work. I feel so bad about myself. Nothing fits me in my closet. I have zero energy. I can't breathe. My back and feet hurt all the time. I'm just now considering (what I call) drastic measures. I'm really not sure where to start after checking with my insurance company. I never wanted to …

I've been on pureed foods since last Thursday. I easily tolerate 1/2 c of pureed 2X a day, plus 2 Meal Replacement shakes. My problem is that I feel like I'm starving. I don't feel any kind of restriction. About an hour or so after eating/drinking an MR shake, my stomach grumbles and I feel hunger pangs. It's not acid or GERD. I need some insight. Will my hunger settle down once I am on more solid foods or am I doomed to always feel hungry? BTW, I am getting in my liquids and Protein. Hopefully I still don't have the ghrelin hormone and I'll always feel this hunger. Veterans, did any of you have these same issue early on? I am 3 weeks post op tomorrow. Thank y…

Hi. As I type, I am supposed to be studying for a big exam tomorrow morning at 9 AM. Even though I graduate on 12/7, wrapping up my degree is the furthest thing on my mind right now. My surgery is scheduled for December, 12 @ 07:30 AM. My pre-op diet begins on 11/28. All I can think about is my upcoming VSG, Vitamins, discomfort, excess skin, and what-ifs. My mind keeps wandering. How does everyone focus on the now? I have finished my insurance hurdles, I have had my pre-op appointment, and I am scheduled. I know that my degree is very important, I have worked very hard, yet all of a sudden my brain has been taken over. When I turned thirty, I resigned myself to being unh…

I registered years ago but never had insurance that would cover the surgery. My husband's company switched to BCBS of Alabama recently and now I have 50% coverage. I already went to the seminar and met with the surgeon. Today is the first day of my 6 month physician supervised weight loss trial. I went to a new doctor and she is wonderful. I am doing a high Protein, low carb diet. Is anyone else doing a 6 month weight loss trial? How is it going? How much weight have you lost? My doctor recommended a Protein shake and a fruit for Breakfast. The shake needs 20 to 30 grams of protein. Any suggestions?

Hi everybody I'm new here. Just made a account on here Because I'm thinking to do the surgery myself. And it's terrifying yet excitment at the same time. Maybe this is the hundred time someone asked this question. But does waking up after surgery hurt and what was the pain level?? Sorry for my English. It's my third language. Thank you very much Sent from my SM-G928F using the BariatricPal App

Anyone having this problem. I start my preop diet next Monday, and I am supposed to lose 6 lbs. Should I just stay home on Thanksgiving? Or any tip and tricks to make the entire day smoother. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Having the sleeve surgery next Monday. I can't seem to follow the pre-op diet. I am starving. I feel like a failure already. Help!

So I just made a new Instagram blkDiamond_VsG... I need some followers I will be documenting my journey ???? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App

So I'm 1 month away from the big day aka my surgery! Just curious if anyone had some really good tips post op to help with pain reduction! I've heard using gas ex strips, an band around my stomach, anything else I really should know? Any and all help is thanked!! Bariatric Barbie ???? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How much weight did you guys lose in 2wks? Just wondering when I go back to work will it be noticeable Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello, I'm exactly one month from my operation date. I'm on a ramen-noodle-every-night type budget and need some suggestions regarding affordable protein shakes and supplements for my liquid diet. Does anyone know about any current deals going on, coupons, places that sell bulk protein shakes for cheaper? Thanks in advance.

I'm under blue cross blue shield my co-pay for my hospital stay is going to be $2,500 (I checked and checked again and this is indeed the correct amount.) I will also be paying 15% of what it takes to perform the surgery during my consultation I was told this wouldn't be more then $3,000 dollars. I have a massive pit in my stomach. I understand a copay will be expected upfront, but if I'm going to be expected to pay the rest of this upfront I'm probably not going to be able to get this for up to a year. Does anyone know if payment plans can be made in something like this? Any experience anyone can offer to help ease my mind? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal …

So I'm trying to prep for my pre-op diet and i can have 3 to 4 peotein drinks a day and 1 small meal between 380 to 230 and can not go over 870 calories total in a day any suggestions on what Protein drinks are the best to have.... Also this will help me after my sleeve also !! It's becoming so real so fast... Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

I see my surgeon to discuss the procedure, health, history when I get back from vacation. I hope to have surgery in early Feb 17. Anyhow, I am running a half marathon tomorrow and have always been fairly active. I have participated in many sprint and Olympic distance triathlons, savage races, etc. I currently weight 330 lbs at 5'10". Has post surgical nutrition had to change for these races? When can I expect to be able to race again? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I've just started my process. I have done the psych eval, initial visit, nutritional consultation, and have gathered my history. I would like a bariatric buddy, and I also have some questions about pre op stuff. :-) Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I got sleeved about three months ago and one of the things that I wish was more accessible was a place for people around my age to get together. I created a blog so that hopefully this can be a place for us to come together. Please check it out and if there is something you'd like to be on there send me an email on the contact page! thatgirltaylor.com is the website! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

At the hospital now, so nervous I could not sleep, woke up with a headache and a bad stomach from the nerves...

Ok everything is going great but I'm scared to have sex, I'm not on birth control and my fiancé hates condoms.... So to be honest he ummm yeah pulls out... There I said it! lol but I guess we're all grown so this should not offend anyone if so sorry kindly stroll pass. But for others what did you do about sex? Also how soon after surgery did you have sex?

So I went in two months ago and they weighed me and said I either needed to have diabetes or gain 15lbs! I was waiting for blood work to see if I had diabetes and I do not! Soooo I gained a few lbs (feeling guilty eating junk and feeling like crap) I only gained 3 lbs sooooo I bought some weights to wear I was going to go back and tell the dr, well I gained the 15 lbs .. I'm just nervous he's not going to believe me and get suspicious .. but maybe I'll just tell him I've been eating nothing but carbs and potatoes lol I'm sure he's has patients before that have purposely gained some weight to get this done? I feel alittle guilty but I really need this surgery done it's …

I'm scheduled for the gastric sleeve and I'm very excited! I just want to get to a happy healthy place. I have 18 days out of work, wondering do I need that many days? One week is paid, but the rest is unpaid. Sent from my SM-G928T using the BariatricPal App

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I live in Bucks county, pa. Has anyone has surgery locally?

Was anyone told they need a stress test before sergury? What is it for , why would someone need it? Thanks Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

OK I just got back from the surgeons office and everything is looking great! Since I have NJ BCBS PPO I only have to do 3 classes so I scheduled them all in December... (yes with my insurance there is no wait!) if a class is available I can take it even in the same month. I got my blood work done, and all other appointments set for December hopefully I'll be ready for surgery in January..... What a way to start the new year

When thin people are complaining that they sre fat. They are think like stick but go on and on how "fat" they are. Im just like if you are fat than what am I??? Sorry i just had to vent. Sent from my SM-G928F using the BariatricPal App

What is everyone's estimated time off of work? I am really stressing about this. I don't want to be off too long. I was thinking a week. I am a retail manager with a good team that requires me little physical work.

I am 2 months away from surgery and I will basically have ZERO out of pocket due to meeting my max out of pocket. But I am now being told by my surgeons office that they won't schedule me in November but that my surgeon is not scheduled at my in network hospital FOR THE ENTIRE MONTH! I am really not happy and I feel like I have lost my voice. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

15 days post op I'm at a stand still why

Has anyone had any issues using marijuana before or after getting vsg? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well I've been placed on the surgery and I'm having mixed emotions. It's offical December 28th is the beginning to new healthier living. I do have mixed emotions. Is This normal. I'm new to this app and would like to get your thoughts if you've already had it and those having it in December 2016. I'm in Atlanta Ga.. who else In the Atl preparing for the sleeve. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

So I'm going to meet with my surgeon on Monday and from there they will call me and set a date. I started a new job in October, and will only be taking one week off, assuming that will be enough time to recover. I've read in most cases people were ready to go back to work after one week, so that's a chance I'm willing to take. My question is: Should I talk to my boss and HR about it on Tuesday once I get back from my appointment? I've decided I'm going to say it's a hernia repair regardless, due to the fact that I am a private person and would rather no one know my business. I am going to make sure my doctor fills out all required paperwork. I am also already aware tha…

Im having my sleeve surgery done in 2wks. I have several underlying illnesses such as Lupus, copd, sleep apnea, diabetes and hypertension. I was wondering if anyone has any of these or all that has had surgery ? And how does these conditions hinder recovery or the weight loss. I am a little nervous i know I'll probably become more nervous as the time gets closer. I'm starting the diet next week with the Protein shakes and i wonder how it was the first week after surgery with knowing that you cant eat certain things anymore? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So i had my ultrasound today and she said my liver has some fat deposits and im just wondering if thats a bad thing or not? my surgery is on December 1st Sent from my LG-D852 using the BariatricPal App

hello im being sleeved december 19th, and im a little nervous that i will fail or wont lose much weight anyone wanna share their stories with me? please ?

Hi everyone I'm a new on here. Today I'm having my psychological testing. And I'm so very nerves. 2 hour appointment. How do they determine if you are well enough to go through Surgery? I'm 3 months in my nutrition that has not been a problem. I know I still have a long ways to go. But this appointment is making me very nerves! Any input on what might lie ahead for me? Sent from my LGLS990 using the BariatricPal App

I go for my sleeve surgery in the morning I am so nervous I am a wreck right now I hope everything turns out good good luck to me Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went to dentist today and pulled out my tooth #12, feeling good now, my surgery sheduled for this coming wensday november 23rd, what to will be any problems? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I just joined this site yesterday! I'm shooting for a surgery date sometime in the 2nd or 3rd week in January. I've been doing a lot of reading and watching you tube videos to help me learn what to expect. I wonder if y'all have any suggestion for what I should be doing NOW to prepare, if anything, for January? Also, I'm 50 with 2 boys 10 & 12 yrs old. Anyone here with similar life circumstances?

So yeah, I went for my pre op with the surgeon today. I was shaking as he was talking! I realized today that this is finally real. The last seven months have flown by but at the same time prepared me for this new journey I'm headed for. Got all my scripts at the pharmacy, of course they had to order the liquid pain medication but that's ok it'll be there Monday. Got all my instructions for Sunday night. Going to spend the weekend getting all my stuff in order and preparing and measuring out all my liquids. I will be on full liquids when I get home so that'll be a treat after all the broth and Jello I've had! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How long did your actual RNY/bypass take? And was anyone's surgeon unable to do your surgery laproscopically? My surgeon said at my pre op appt last week that my body type (short & fat) was the most difficult to operate on and sometimes (but not often) they find they can't do it laproscopically once they begin.

Trying to set up my profile, but I haven't figured out how. I've tried clicking in the areas that are blank, but nothing will open. Dawnedorsey

I started my process in September and have met all my requirements. Now just waiting for everything to be submitted to my insurance to get a surgery date. Has anyone had their WLS there? How was your experience? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have my 4th out of 6 checks in on Monday and I am just ready to be at the 6th check in and submit for insurance approval! I can't see a reason why I'd be denied but I just want to know already! Sent from my iPhone

When I had my first appointment in May, I was going to keep this secret about looking into having surgery only my husband and children would know. I than said this is stupid I will tell my family and some of my closest of friends, I guess I should have kept the secret. You would think my choice to do this is affecting there life style. Surgery scheduled November 30th and cannot wait, so many emotions. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I'm scheduled for GB on 12/5 and have a chest cold. Do you think, I can be rid of it by then and if not will surgery be canceled? I don't have a fever. Is there anything I can do to help things along? TIA!