PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Today is day 4 of my new life. I slept so much better at home last night than at the hospital. I had to do the leak test twice and that stuff they have you drink is beyond horrible. I still haven't been hungry at all but eat like I was instructed. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

So I am freaking out about my psych evaluation. I don't know why but I am! It is not until November 16 and I am already driving myself crazy about it. I don't know what to expect or if they will just tell me I need to do more evaluations. What was everyone's visit like? Or what were you freaked out about that did or didn't happen? Any input would be amazing and help ease my mind! Thanks all!

Is this an acceptable beverage preop and post op?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello All, I have finished all of my requirements with the exception of 2 NUT visits. My doctor is Dr. Neff and is 2 hours away (he's amazing) however I'm really considering someone closer. I have called a ton of doctors out there and they all tell me they no longer are accepting Horizon NJ health or they just met their quota. If anyone knows of a doctor in North or even Central NJ please advise. Thanks, P

Who has been sleeved by Tom umback lately my surgery is in November the staff and himself seem so nice but a very very busy office I've researchEd bloosom baritric for 2 years

hi everyone!! my gastric sleeve operation is finally here, my op is in 3 weeks time, and i start my liver shrinkage diet tommorow. i,m looking for online freinds in the same boat as me, so we can support each other. i,m based in london englnd but i,m up for talking to anyone in the world who is going through the same as me. i,m excited an scared, and would love to talk to someona about it all.!!

Im 4 days into my pre op diet!!! Holy shit!!! Its not even that bad compared to what i've read ppl are doing here. My diet is 10 days and its 2 shakes and 4oz Protein with veggies. Im 6,1 350 pounds. Im not a happy camper right now!!!! Jesus help!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Im scheduled for a novermber 15 procedure; started the Optifast diet on the 17 of october... on day 18 i ate half of a ham and cheese sandwich... then later the same that evening half of a PBJ... then the following day one biscuit one small piece of sausage and a bite of scrambled eggs... I have 4 weeks until the surgery... did I just ruin my chances by not following the diet strictly will the docs know and make me postpone surgery? Nervous.. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Surgery went well.just some gas pains..Walk walk walk...I do... Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Hello Everyone! I have an initial appointment with the surgical center on Tuesday and have already completed one appointment with a nutritionist and completed my psychological evaluation. I asked the psychologist for reading material suggestions and she gave me hers. I've ordered the book from Amazon. I've been focusing on not drinking with lunch and chewing everything to the point of applesauce. I've also purchased some Protein shakes to try for Breakfast as well as a multi-Vitamin. I've been lurking here for a bit trying to get an idea of what to do with myself for the next six months. I think I would be best served with small changes that accumulate over tim…

Has anybody had trouble getting Blue Cross Blue Shield to cover your surgery..if so, any particular requirements Sent from my SM-G550T using the BariatricPal App

OMG I have my surgery date November 7th and I'm so happy I'm scared nervous I'm excited all at the same time I'm going to turn it over to the Lord and let him take control of my eating habits workout habits just guide me along the way because I want to live I want to live I want to live Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App

hello all, I'm scheduled for 11/14/16 but I have been worried about hair loss...I already have thinning hair due to high blood pressure meds/age...I'm 43. Any tips,ideas on preserving my hair that I have? hair loss inevitable? will it grow back?? Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

It is definitely like winning the lottery! Got the call, insurance approved, November 3rd here I come Sent from my SM-G900P using the BariatricPal App

I'm 18 years old and strongly considering lap band surgery. I have a relatively low BMI of about 32 with sleep apnea and gastric reflux, which means i will be paying out of pocket for surgery.I have been overweight since the age of 5 and tried countless weight loss techniques, all of which failed. This is not an impulsive decision i'm making, I've been doing research for a very long time and my parents are completely on board. However, being 18 i have some concerns. One of which being scarring. As a young teenager I don't want people knowing I received weight loss surgery...I typically scar pretty easily. I've looked for surgeons that's use the single incision approach bu…

Today is the day I get sleeved!! 1pm to be at the hospital and from there I have to wait till theatre which time is unknown. Sooo excited and nervous Does anyone know how long are you kept in the recovery room for? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

First, how many started with the belly pooch and had a great deal of skin leftover from the weight loss? My doctor thinks I will have some to deal with. Did you get surgery to get rid of it? If yes, was that difficult/expensive? Second, I have D cup breasts and actually kinda like them - how much breast fat did you lose post surgery? I am not letting that worry me or anything, but I have had these my whole adult life and It would be strange to not - you know? Thank you!

I had my 1st 2 of 3 appointments (medical and nutrition next is excersize physiology on Dec 1) I've gone to 1 of the 2 required monthly meetings. I'm scheduled in the next 6week course starting November 14 Got my blood work done And going for upper gi tomorrow. So if this goes super slow it certainly won't because I don't have my **** together lol. happy Llama sad Llama... big fat mama Llama.

I saw heating pads on the list of needed items. I am trying to decide if and why I should buy one. What is it used for and where would it be applied to? The shoulders? The back? Legs?

Hey all. I've never posted on here before but I've been reading since February. I've been approved and my sleeve surgery is scheduled for 10/6. Anyone else out there scheduled for similar date? Im 34/M, 5'10,281 lbs. I live in Maryland and having my surgery at Washington hospital center. It'll be cool to meet someone who has the same/similar date.

10am this morning will be my last appointment with my surgeon and my surgery will be tomorrow, I'm getting a bit scared but I excited is this normal? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm 3 months pre-op and have been looking at things I'll need afterwards in my area. I found the Halo tops in ALL flavors at my Shoprite! Schweet haha Sent from my SM-N930V using the BariatricPal App

Today is day 3 of the 2 week liquid diet. I feel so horrible. I have a headache, dizziness and this morning I threw up my protein shake. Please tell me this gets easier. I have done super well and have not cheated at all. Hope to have surgery on Halloween. I have 1 more NUT appointment before my dr will schedule.

Hi all! I am writing this because I am ashamed and embarrassed because I cheated on my liquid diet with several times. Now I've read ppl posts about cheating with fruits or maybe crackers but my ass went the extra mile and ate McD three times. I am completely worried but also wondering if I should even do this. I have 10days left, will my liver shrink enough in time? I've come so far and frankly too far too sabotage it for myself. Please folks give me some words of encouragement. Keep the criticism down to a minimum please.

I've read time and time again how some of us have had to resort to gaining an extra 5-10lbs in order to reach our bmi for insurance requirements. Maybe one day insurance companies will open their eyes and see just how much changes need to be made to their policy for wls approval...but until then let's share our ways of cheating the consultation scale. My bmi is directly borderline, my consultation is March 13th. So yes I may need a way to grab an extra 3-5lbs by then....

My surgery is this FRIDAY!!!!!!!!! Pre-op Appointment with my surgeon is this evening. I feel like I have done so much research and already talked to my Nurse so I think I'm pretty well informed. Are there any questions I should be sure to ask tonight?

I'm having surgery Wednesday. I had 2 c.setions before and I do have lots of scar tissue...can that be a problem the day the go In...? Can they stop the surgery? I self pay. Sent from my SM-G920T1 using the BariatricPal App

At my last Pre-Surgery visit I asked about Gas X. The Nurse Practitioner told me that the Surgeon removes the gas after surgery. I have been reading this forum for a few months now and I see people complaining about the gas pain all the time and to walk to relieve it. Has any one heard of this removal? I have one last pre-op appointment two days before surgery where I actually see the doctor and will ask him then.

Surgery in 2 weeks and I start my pre op diet tomorrow. 11 days of high Protein, like I've been doing. I will have only 3 days of liquids. I'm super excited but nervous too!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ive been on my preop diet for a week now. I can still have food at this point in my preop but no breads, pastas, Cookies, bad carbs, no caffeine etc... i need some ideas for different things yall have ate during your preop!! Please help!! God Bless Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello friends, I have been here for a while now. In 2009, I had the lap band but like most I had it removed in 2014. I am still diabetic and still have HBP and cholesterol. With the band I had lost only 45 lbs and have regained 15 lbs back. I've always feared having another surgery no matter how bad I've always wanted it. My diabetes is getting worse and I've been put on an additional pill and it's still not controlled. I've finally come to my final decision as I sit here very tearful, to go ahead and have another surgery. I know RNY is better for me, but b/c of my weight (215) I'm choosing the sleeve. I guess it just really hit me today that due to my health I need to d…

I just got the call today stating my insurance has approved my sleeve surgery. My surgery date is on the 27th. Im extremely nervous lol but ready to change my life!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm on the 2 week pre-surgery diet. I feel like I am STARVING!!!! My patients keep telling me I need to eat, because they are hearing my stomach grumble. I'm dedicated so I won't sway from the right thing, but my goodness I think my insides are eating each other.

I already went to the seminar and tomorrow is the orientation. What will be the next steps? Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

Does anyone have to do this in pre op I don't understand why it's needed I know I don't mean to be gross sorry but I want to understand why Sent from my LGLS660 using the BariatricPal App

I am so excited to finally post after allll this hard work and appointments to attend that I am scheduled for surgery Dec 28th 2016. I just submitted my papers to the surgeons office ONLY 2 days ago and they received the ok from the insurance company today. Can you believe it??? Wow. I am truly blessed. God is awesome. This has been a journey. For those that have questions on my process working up to the surgery date please don't hesitate to ask. I will begin posting my status working up to the surgery date weekly. I will leave you all with my stats Now. HW : 386 CW : 378 GW : 175-200 Height : 5' 4 Clothing size : 24-26/ 3x- 4x I carry most of my weight in my …

And I am soooo nervous! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am currently within the BMI that my insurance requires to cover my VSG surgery. One caveat is three months of physician supervised diet/exercise. My question is if I were to drop one or two BMI points below the requirement during this 3 months, will my insurance no longer cover the surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Feel like this whole journey has been a whirlwind, and all the sacrifices will be worth it.. painfully needed to admit to myself I had a problem and was tired of doing nothing about it! I thank you all for sharing your experiences and advice! It has made all the difference in the world to me! Best of luck to all of you. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Is there any exercise that can be done to prevent extra hanging skin before surgery? Or do you just need to be hopeful that you won't have it and remove by surgery if you do? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Im soo nervous. Idk what to expect please fill me in Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone I haven't posted in a while but wanted to update you all that I completed all the pre-op necessary insurance stuff and met with my surgeon this morning. They will be submitting my information to insurance in the next few days then the wait begins for the approval process. My insurance company takes awhile to approve (they told me 21 business days when I inquired about it) so at this time if approved I am looking at a mid-November surgery date. It has been a long process but I know some people have longer then what I went thru.

Does anyone know if blue shield let's you go online to see updates on your submission for surgery? I've been hearing that they have 5 days to make a decision but don't know if that's true, and how ever long it takes to approve or deny I would like to just check online instead of calling everyday. Thanks in advance. Sent from my 0PM92 using the BariatricPal App

Just called the called that I will check in at 615am...This has been a long process and it's really just the beginning..I ask for all to pray for me@!????.....Thanks in advance Sign...Nervous.... Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I have about 7 days till my final appointment. I will finally find out when I can get my wls. I am starting to feel nervous. At first I was just ready to start my journey.. Now I will admit I'm scared outta my mind. I've never spend the night in the hospital. But at the same time I'm super excited. I have anxiety which has been pretty well managed but lately it's been at an all time high. Its been hard for me to fall asleep at night. I'm sure it will be late nights like this till its over with. What are some things you all have done to keep calm?

Trying not to stress. I had my pre-op yesterday and it was all systems go for December. Today they tell me they must drop me as a client because I have Medicare as a secondary insurance carrier. Has anyone else run into this? What did it take to get into another program/surgeon? Pre-op, 61 YRS, 5'5" HW 247, CW 223, BMI 37

I'm excited I lost 20 lbs before my surgery that i am supposod to have in morning. I'm nervous. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

so I received my date for sleeve today...11/14 excited, little worried...afraid of the unknown...but hoping for the best. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

Did anybody hey 5 incisions? I was told 3 but woke up with 5 Michelle Rose Spring TX 77373

Super nervous. Endoscopy this Friday. I've done all of the pre op must do's and my insurance has approved surgery.. everything is going great. I have lost 50 pounds since starting this journey in June. I am nervous and don't know what to expect from a endoscopy.. those who've had it already care to share? My start weight was 321, I'm 274 now, I have 4 pounds to loose before November 14th which is the appointment to read results from endoscopy and blood work and HOPEFULLY I'll get a surgery date before the end of the year!! all of my out of pocket and co pays have been met for the year and I called my insurance and they said if it's done before Jan 1 that insurance will …