PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Every thing came out great!!!!!! Moments after the surgery sucked!!!! But you start to feel better quick. Yesterday i was in and out of sleep. Today i been walking around. I still have some pain real slight pain tho. As far as gas, as of right now I've been burping all day. But so far so good. Dranks some gatorate g2 they gave me i also had a tiny bit of Jello. Now i will try some Soup. They are giving me so far taking everything well. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone tried to fill out that form that this site advertised about your insurance paying for your vitamins and protein drinks is that legit?

Hello All! Did anyone NOT give up coffee after gastric bypass surgery? My intentions are to give it up prior so I get the headaches out of the way before surgery, but was wondering if anyone had stories of NOT giving up coffee. Thanks!

Just wondering if anyone else is/has gone through this -- I have a 30 day pre-op shakes/raw vegetables. Horrendous . BUT ... I have not lost an ounce -- and the other day, put on two pounds (which did come off). Weighing only in the morning, drinking between 60 and 80 ounces, no deviation ... I would love any feedback. Thanks!

I started my journey Aug 18th and i dnt feel like i have any control or discipline in eating.....the "good for u food" is nasty......idk what to do, i feel like im not getting anywhere and i work around food all day everyday..... i feel so discouraged like why am i even doing this, i should just quit...what do i do???? sent from my s7 edge

I have my first meeting with my doctor on November 14th how long after the first visit does it usually take to get the surgery?I understand it probably varies for each person but I'm just looking for an average wait time.thank you Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

Ome question I have been dying to know about this surgery is does tha flabby skin jus hang there like this: Or does that tighten up? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm so pumped I found out I passed my psych eval today! I know I'm not a crazy person (most of the time) but I had no idea what to expect. Given my history with anxiety and depression I was a little worried at first. The behavioral therapist was very nice and we talked about my history with food etc. There were almost 200 questions on the actual test which I took online later at home. Next stop is submitting to insurance and then my EGD in two weeks! Hoping to get this done before the end of the year so I can start 2017 with a new outlook on life Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Today is the day!!! Surgery at 1130!! Make room for me on the bench!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So has anyone had issues with H-PYLORI I have been approved for 2 months and been on 2 rounds of antibiotics and still can't get rid of it !!! They say my number has to be under a 5 im at a 7. Is this much trouble normal and has anyone had to go 3 rounds of antibiotics or see a specialist? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi i went to see my doctor today, and they scheduked me surgery date for November 23th, today i gave them reports from my Gym, they told me i have to go gym for 3 days a week for 3 months, but some weeks i didng go 3 days per week. And they say they are positive insuranse will aprove it, did any one had same situation? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

After waiting 4 months, I am finally being sleeved tomorrow! I have to arrive at the hospital at 5AM... and by 8AM I'll be sleeved. I am a combination of nervous, scared, excited and everything in between. I have a great support system home and back at school. I have made it far & there is no turning back now ... Congratulations 10/17Sleevers- were so close! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Day 2 of my liquid diet and I ate a solid food. chicken nuggets to be exact. and I cried as soon as I was done and felt so much guilt I honestly didn't foresee coming (obviously I wasn't thinking). While I do believe I have learned my lesson, I am very afraid that I have just failed and ruined this for myself. I have 12 days left until surgery (October 31) and I am so hoping I did not just completely wreck the whole process. Earlier in the day is fine but then in the evenings, I get so hungry and the Protein shakes are not curbing that feeling. I am trying to bounce back by drinking Water. Has anyone else gone through this? I just feel so terrible, it's like I lost all mo…

Can anyone recommend some good books insights on before during and after seen soooo many and want the right one Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just recently decided to get sleeved in the spring. My husband was sleeved in October 2015, so I have learned a lot about this process through him. He never drinks with a straw because he was told it will put air into your stomach leaving little room for more Water or vital nutrients. I love drinking out of straws!! So, my question to you is do you drink through a straw post-op or not?

In the am I am having my final appt . I get to know when my surgery is I'm so excited.

I called my insurance today because I could not wait any longer and I was APPROVED!!! Now I have to wait for the letter unless the office calls and requests it to be faxed. I am going to call them once I go on lunch so that I can get this started (: YAYYYYYY!!!! And for anyone wanting to know. I have Blue Shield of CA and was told that they have 5 days to process the authorization and the office sent it on Friday, insurance didn't get it until Monday and this morning it was approved.

Hi everyone I'm very new and looking for any information that will help me I am getting insurance shortly and already found a doctor who will take my insurance etc so where do I start? What do I do to help speed it up etc any tips please Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi All, I am planning to do the surgery in Jan.. but while reading through other's experiences I could see that excessive amounts of saggy skin is an issue to take care of post surgery. Is that really temporary or will I have to go through yet another procedure for that too .. please advise. Sent from my SM-G935F using the BariatricPal App

I just wanted to come on and say that I feel incredibly blessed to have such a great support system throughout this process. Tomorrow I start my medical leave and get sleeved early tomorrow morning. I've been on a 2 week liquid diet and my colleagues decided to have a surprise Protein shake lunch with me! I feel extremely blessed and wish this kind of support for WLS was shown everywhere! Sent from my iPhone using the [url=https://siteowners.tapatalk.com/byo/displayAndDownloadByoApp?rid=87332]BariatricPal App[/url

So my insurance wants me either heavier (BMI 40) or to have very SPECIFIC comorbidities (which I don't have). My BMI is 38.8 but I don't have diabetes or heart disease. My best bet is to pay cash - $13,100. Yeah, I don't just have that kind of cash available. I'm so disappointed. I started to really wrap my mind around the changes you have to make beforehand, the changes afterward, and now I feel so let down. Stupid insurance. Don't they realize I'm gonna cost them more in the long run if I stay this big or get bigger!!!? Anyway... I wish everyone else the absolute best. Maybe I'll continue to watch everyone so I can send positive thoughts your way. Sent from my iP…

I know I should probably search for this but for my clinic they schedule your surgery 2-3 weeks out after meeting with Surgeon for final visit. What was your time frame and has anyone ever wanted to hold off a little longer than what they suggested? Sorry for the silly question.

Anyone else find unjury to be disgusting? I tried the strawberry one and I just can't get it down. I'm on my last week of my 2 week pre-op diet. And I know I have to do Clear liquids for the first 2 weeks after surgery. Any suggestions? Sent from my SM-N930T using the BariatricPal App

first day of liquid diet and i am starving!!! Surgery coming up this Thursday-crazy nervous

I am trying to put things together to prepare for the surgery and time for recovery. I'm mostly hearing that patients tend to take anywhere from 1-6 weeks although 6 is recommended (at least from my surgeons office) so that's what I am planning to take. How long are you planning to take off from work to recover from surgery? Also, Will you be going on state disability? That's another thing...I have maybe 1 week of sick time saved up and another week or 2 of vacation and personal holiday time. Im hoping to not have to use all of it. Im still trying to recover from having to use %100 of my time when I had a baby 2 years ago. However, I work for a county they require you…

Hello! My surgery is November 1st @ 7:30am. Anyone else? I'm a bit nervous.

Hey everyone... I am very close to being scheduled for gastric sleeve surgery... My ins has approved me however I have to get an Iron transfusion before they will schedule my surgery... So they are saying mid Nov for me... Has anyone else experienced this? Sent from my LGLS990 using the BariatricPal App

Getting ready for the puree stage..Any suggestions Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I have one more day till I find out my surgery date. I'm scared but excited. I'm praying for minimal pain. I Dont do pay well. I start my new job on Nov 28th. So I really hope I can be feeling good enough to start my job.

Im on the pre op diet or liver reduction diet they say but if i have a salad what dressing can i have if any?? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using the BariatricPal App

Hey is there anyone in here from Seattle Washington? Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App

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I really think I am part camel! I have the hardest time trying to get enough water! It's not that I dislike it, but can't seem to get into a rhythm with it. On the days that I really keep track I feel like all I am doing is drinking every second. What are some tips on getting more Water in? I was going to buy one of those water bottles with the measurements on the side so I can see how I am doing throughout the day. Anything that can help me get more in! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I'm getting sleeved in 2 weeks! Starting pre-op diet Saturday (no idea what it entails - going in for NUT appt on Friday). I'm having a lot of anxiety about succeeding at this, and doing it right. Not so worried about the surgery and immediate post-op, because I know I can't do much about how my body reacts to a major surgery. It is what it is. But the weeks and months after... I'm worried I won't acclimate. I'm worried that I'll never re-learn how to eat food, or get bad reflux, or will get gallstones. I've done so much research on this beforehand, and I know what I'm SUPPOSED to do, but I'm scared I just will fail miserably in actually doing it. Rea…

Checked into the hospital, waiting my turn. Crazy nervous but know this is the best decision for my future health and wellbeing. See you guys on the flip side. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've tried to search, but can't find my answer. For those who were not required to follow a preop diet before the sleeve surgery, did your doctor explain why? I'm just curious and forgot to ask my dr why they don't require any preop diet for their patients. Anybody know why some doctors feel it's not necessary? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

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Thank the high heavens I got the call today I was approved by the insurance! Surgery date is December the 19th! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Tomorrow I go In at 10am!!!! Very nervous but ready!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm 44 5-8 and 248 lbs... I have my first appt November 30th.. I'm so ready... but everyone around me is saying I'm not big enough for the surgery!!! I was 300 and I lost that... I just don't want to be a diabetic anymore... I hope I can get this life changing tool Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well I have my appointment tomorrow with my new doctor. I have all my requirements completed. I am so worried they will not do it because I have so many adhesions. I will keep you posted! Wish me luck. Sent from my SM-J110M using the BariatricPal App

First, I'm pre-empting this by saying that I am working with my surgeon and doctor on this so I'm going to be prepared, but what was your experience with medications after surgery? Specifically, anyone who was on thyroid meds, metformin (PCOS for me) and/or Zoloft. I take these meds now and am hoping to at least rid myself of the Metformin after weight loss once PCOS clears us (assuming it does). But what about thyroid? Did dosage change with the smaller stomach? Did you tolerate medications okay? Thanks!

Met with the surgeon today I will be having surgery November 22 so excited Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The dr. set my date yesterday for December 14th! I am nervous and excited to have gotten this far! Any advice or words of wisdom to get through the next few weeks?

I have my pre admissions appointment in the morning and I have 7 days until surgery! I'm a bag of emotions! Happy, nervous, scared, anxious, excited! You name it and I'm feeling it right now. Asking for positive vibes and prayers that all goes well with my pre admissions appointment and nothing will come up that would stop my surgery from happening. ???? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Yes, I finally have a consultation date of November 16th. I was wondering what all takes place after consultation I'm going to lie I'm a little anxious lol. Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App

Looking for anyone recently been sleeve at balboa? Insights? Wanna make some friends in my area of San Diego to chat with. I'm almost through program. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Starting pre-op diet on Monday. Surgery on the 15th. The closer I get the more I wonder if I can do it. I have been preparing for over a year. I'm thinking about the cost/benefit thing. I've been drinking coffee since I was 5. Will I miss it? Goes for other foods that will become taboo. I'm excited and have reservations at the same time. I'm 64 years old . You know that thing about "teaching an old new tricks. I want to and dont,want to at the same time. Anyone else ever feel like this? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App