PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Is anyone having surgery in October. I've got my date it's October 3rd. Feeling a little anxious and worried about the pain. Do you come home if you are still in pain? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello all! I'm a lurker/rare poster here for the last 6 months or so. And I just got approved for surgery! Surgery date is October 17th! I'm so excited. Any tips on things to do ahead of time? I've started ordering all kinds of samples of protein shakes and stocking up on vitamins. I have samples of 310 Shake, Unjury, and some ready to mix shake from the Bariatric pal store. Anyone know of any other place I can get samples from? I just want to stock up on samples both so I'll have some for after surgery and so I can find some I'll like.

Hello All, Very new here. I've been doing a lot of reading and research for VSG. My parents are moving to Cuenca, Ecuador in the next couple months. I'm interested in having my surgery there and recover for a few months. Has anyone had surgery there? Can you tell me about or recommend doctors there? Any info will help thanks Thanks!! Justin Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone seen or used Dr. Ward located in Morristown Nj? Curious what your experience was/is with him. His reviews are great. Just trying to get a bit more personal insight. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am an insurance dummy. My doctors office basically told me what I would need to know about but now I'm wondering what I may have to pay at the time of the surgery. I have almost met my deductible but I know I haven't met my oop for the year. Will I have to pay what's left before my surgery? If so I am totally screwed. Looking at a surgery date near the end of September. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

WOW.... This is happening Super fast Little tia

Anyone have regrets or advice? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am putting away my summer clothes and bathing suits hoping I will never wear them again! I can't bring myself to get rid of them yet - I guess I still have my doubts about surgery happening (still waiting for a date) and my success. :-( What are others doing with summer clothes you hope will be way too big by next year?

Did anyone with a lower BMI have to have a hernia repair? Turtle5559

My surgery has finally been scheduled and I go for a 2 hour nurse education and final weigh in on Wednesday (09-07). I was told that even a 2lb weight gain since my last visit will cause my surgery to be cancelled. I started a liquid diet this past Wednesday and the scales aren't budging. This is the week before my period is due and I always put on 4-6 pounds of Water weight. I've been working toward gastric bypass surgery since last December as my insurance company has a list of requirements as long as my arm. I'm terrified that my surgery is going to be cancelled. I'm an emotional wreck. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anyone have advice? I've fallen into a rut of chicken breasts and salad. And started eating too much junk food.. I need to get my act together. I still have another month at least before I get my surgery date but I want to try to lose as much as I can before then. I'm just dealing with a lot of emotional crap which makes my eating habits take a dive. Any helpful tips would be appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

While I'm pretty sure my doc did great in surgery (everything seems to work so far) and she is super up-beat and happy, there were a few small details she left out of the pre-op overview. My doc did not mention that I couldn't have ANYthing post-op of the day of surgery - no Water, no ice chips, nada. I was so thankful someone had mention Biotene mouth rinse as it was a life saver. She did not say, "where we take out your port (I was lap-band to bypass revision) is going to be really sore for probably 4 weeks. You might want to a) be mentally prepared for that and buy an abdominal binder. There was no offer of a block of any sort. The first time I stood up, I thought s…

so i had hope that the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken Soup and unflavored Protein powder would work for me. no such luck... i almost threw up. i hate it... its so nasty i think i am going to be fine post op because i should be able to tolerate just an oz at a time but I'm most worried about the pre op diet. my surgeon requires 1-2 weeks doing a modified diet (2 shakes, 2 Protein Bars or crisps and one meal that is high protein high in veggies and low fat low carbs.) then a week on Protein Shakes only. its the week only on protein shakes that i am worried about. i think i…

My insurance, which is Molina, doesn't offer any classes. I wish they did. I would love this! Does anyone, who may have attended these classes, have any info they would like to share on some of the things they may have learned in class? I would really appreciate it. I've learned a lot on this forum and it's great, but I thought someone may have a new perspective. Thanks Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

Starting day 6 of my 2 week liquid diet. Not really hungry...just really emotional and weepy...I assume this is normal. Plus my head keeps playing games telling me you know you want a juicy cheeseburger or pizza one LAST time!! It's horrible!! Try to distract myself and I end up going to bed early and tell myself I will cheat tomorrow just to silence the thoughts in my head!! Mind games start in evening cuz i do fine during the day. It's crazy! 9 more days til surgery. ..I'm going to be a basket case!! Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App

Hello!!! Had my first and only nutrition visit today and also received my surgery date!!! I'm one happy, excited and nervous person right now! It can't come any sooner! Any tips on how to prepare mentally for this? Anything that made it easier for you? Would love to hear everyone's opinion! Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Tuesday was the day for me. Doc said everything went well and I now have a nice little banana stomach. I do have to say that the drain was my biggest source of pain!! It made movement impossible without major pain. When they would "milk" it I felt like I was going to pass out. On Wednesday afternoon they started talking about releasing me but I was worried about all the pain on the drain side. My nurse said that once it is removed most if not all the pain will go away. When they took out the drain it was the most excruciating pain I have ever felt. .....possibly more than child birth. Once the devil drain was gone I had no pain other than a little pulling. While that dra…

I was given my surgery date today! October 24th is the day I start fresh. Looks like a puréed turkey thanksgiving! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I started my pre-op diet on August 31st. I have cut all carbs out of my diet and am having a Protein shake for Breakfast or 2 scrambled eggs. I am then having a small cup of Greek yogurt for a mid morning snack. lunch consists of green Beans. Then another Protein Shake for an afternoon snack. dinner is a protein and a salad. I am eating sugar free popsicles like they are going out of style...but these are on menu for after my surgery so I thought they would be okay for before the surgery. My surgeon wants me on all shakes and then a small dinner at night - no carbs. I am now concerned that the days I am eating eggs, yogurt and green beans, plus the popsicles, m…

My surgeon just called today and said I was approved and that there was a cancellation so my surgery can be scheduled for August 7th! I said that that would be great! But now I'm wondering if it's too soon! I read again in The Big Book on Gastric Bypass that the presurgery diet needs to be followed for a 300 pound person so that they use 15-30 pounds! If I follow the diet to a T, I won't be able to lose that much! Do you think this is ok? I mean, my surgeon obviously does and he got 5 out of 5 stars. So idk what to do

I am trying to change some habits and do some prep work for after surgery - my problem is I really dislike yogurt and have been trying to get used to protein shakes - is there any recipes that don't include yogurt or ways to disguise the yogurt taste -any ideas would be appreciated

So yesterday I got the call I've been waiting for I got my surgery date sep 22nd on my daughter I start my liquid diet September 8th and I see my surgeon on sep 14th I'm so excited and happy I have a hiatus hernia they will fix it during the gastric bypass has anyone else had a hernia and fixed during surgery and how was recovery?? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

Looking for people that had surgery at Morristown medical in New Jersey. Very curious, the site says all testing is done over 24 hrs... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I have not been able to talk to my surgeon since I had my Upper GI. The results show "Mild Reflux". Do you think he's going to want to do a Bypass instead of sleeve? I will be sad if I can't get the sleeve. Anyone have these results and still get the sleeve?

Hi. Today is the first day of my pre-op diet. I can have 6 Protein shakes, Jello, 2 cups of vegetables, clear chick broth, coffee and sugar free ice pops. I'm concerned that it will be difficult sticking to this diet and losing the weight they want me to loose before surgery. They haven't said how much that is, though. The pre-op diet lasts 14 days. How was it for other people? Do you have any advice? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, So at first my BMI was only 39 with no health issues. Today I met with my psychologist to find out that my treatment in this department could effect my chances for qualifying. Been being treated for depression and anxiety since 2012. Dad diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Battled that with him for 9 months. Lost him in July 2013. In MAY of 2014 my mother-in-law diagnosed with ovarian cancer that then went on to spread throughout her body. She lost her battle on May 30 2016. Been on meds and having therapy to help me deal with all this. To think this could stop me from getting WLS is so unfair. I'm trying to make me the healthiest me I can be. Sent from …

I have struggled with weight fluctuations my entire life. Been "dieting" since I was 12. I had the band in 2011 and it did not work for me. I had issues and it was removed last year. I gave it a lot of thought and started the journey with the sleeve. Now surgery is scheduled 9/19. I know this is an aid, not a solution. I know it's a lifestyle change not a diet. I've done all the required work twice now. Still I can't stop thinking of all the attempts through my life. All the self sabotages. Even with the band... I can't eat stuff it makes me sick... Well these cheese curls melt in my mouth and are tolerable so they are my new best friend. How can I break the cycle? …

I am so excited October can't come soon enough Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Omg omg omg, after months of waiting I just called my insurance and I'm approved! Of course my doctor's office us gone until Tuesday, so obviously my tentative Sept. 6 date is out, but omg omg omg....I'm kinda scared now lol Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App

I reading a article the other day and was wondering has anyone heard of Vitamin Patches? If so any feedback. I'm preparing for post surgery and the vitamin intake is crazy. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Why does it take so long from first appointment to surgery day? Can't all these tests be done within a couple of weeks? Papers don't go to insurance until all requirements have been met. Obviously, if you have a very high BMI and all the health issues that come along with it you need this surgery. What's with the proof of other methods tried? Yeah, I had a gym membership. Could t go anymore because it was just to damn painful (back and knee issues) but how do I PROVE that I actually showed up? I've told my PCP when I have gone on diets, but who's to say if she ever actually marked it in my charts? For all I know she thought I was making conversation. I k ow for a fact my …

Hi all - I am in my pre-op all liquid diet and I am sick of chocolate, vanilla, pumpkin, and strawberry right now! I want to buy some unflavored Protein, but what do you guys mix with it? Thanks for your input! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey everyone, Sept 16 will complete my 6 months of medically supervised diet, passed psych eval and consult was done back in Feb. I have BCN and live in MI. I'm so worried they will deny me! I meet all medical criteria. Its an irrational fear because i need this surgery and i'm done dieting and trying to lose weight, its grown tiresome after 20+ years....so my question is has anyone been approved or denied and have BCN as their insurance? Thanks! Sent from my LGMS330 using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! This is my first time posting.. well, ever. I just downloaded this app yesterday, and have read a lot of postings from others. Thank you for them, they've really helped me! After almost two years of preparations... my surgery is scheduled for September 7th! I'm super happy! And nervous! And anxious! But mostly happy and excited!!! I have a quick question for smokers. Anyone who is doing, or has done the sleeve surgery, who is also smoking. My doctor said, "I will never encourage you to smoke, because it's bad for you, but it will have no impact on the surgery" My anesthesiologist said, "it might impact your recovery a little". Has anyone done the …

Hey all - I have Cigna open access and my last appointment with the dietitian is November 4th. Just curious to know how long it usually takes for most insurance companies to approve and once they approve, how long will it be until I have my surgery? I'm wanting to relocate to another city and I was just curious. Thanks to all! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi All! I am 11 days away from surgery and I had come to peace with my decisions and settled my nerves and actually have been excited. A close friend of mine and I sort of started this journey together. It has been great to have someone along for the ride to relate to, someone who had the same feelings, to give/receive advice and someone to just look forward to the journey with. Well- she got sleeved on Tuesday, and has run into some complications and has not been released from the hospital yet. They are planning on going in and doing another surgery today to try and figure out what the exact issue is. I am so worried about her, she was so excited for this life c…

Hi! Sept 7 is my last bariatric lifestyle class! Next appt is psych! Anyone know what Dr.Z is expecting of us??? Also I HATE vegetables and I know Dr.Z freaks about us "hating" food. Maybe there's an emotional connection but I've tried almost all and I can't stand any. I refuse to force myself to eat something I don't like, if I did I would quit this diet all together.

How much weight do I need to loose before my surgery? I started out at 400 even. I have lost 18 pounds so far Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G750A using the BariatricPal App

Any other October dates out there I am so excited Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I bounced between looking at Mexico for surgery. Then decided I'd rather stay in Canada since I was self-pay and looked all over for a place. The only surgeon I found was in Montreal which is far from home. Lots more searching then off to my GP to talk with her about it. I'm reluctant to have it elsewhere as it's difficult to have follow-up if I go out of province, or country. My GP felt I should stay here and get it done at no cost (I just don't want the LONG wait). So in the end I had no choice - I had to go through the Adult Bariatric Clinic here and I'm slogging through all the initial lessons before I can submit them and then get an appointment to take this…

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My work situation is giving me major anxiety. I know I will need a few weeks to recover. My plan is to use my last week of vacation time, plus one or two weeks on short term disability to keep some cash coming in. My job is physical in the sense that I am on my feet hustling on hot pavement outside from 6:30-4:30 each day. No breaks except for 30 min at 1pm. On a good day I am physically destroyed and mentally shattered. Am I crazy for doing this? How long before you went back to work? Anyone else out there with a non-desk job with advice?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I've planned everything down to the T and mother nature threw a Tropical Storm (possible hurricane) into the mix so my surgeons office called to see if I can come in today for pre-op. Well um YES! I get to do all my pre-op stuff a day early and surgery on Tuesday, 9/6. I am so excited! I can't wait to start this new chapter! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm so frustrated. My surgery was scheduled for May 4th and I found out today my insurance (UHC) denied the authorization stating that I did not meet the qualifications because I did not have three qualifying health conditions. My insurance only requires me to have a BMI over 40 (mine is 42) to qualify OR a BMI over 35 and under 40 with three qualifying health conditions. I am so frustrated. How do I appeal the denial? Thanks in advance!

I was wondering if anyone is from the Orlando area and considering WLS and if so, what surgeon have they went to? I'm just starting the process and needing encouragement and advice. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Happy Friday! First off, I just want to say that I am not reconsidering my decision to get surgery. It's happening! But I think that might be my problem. I am starting my pre op diet this Monday and being sleeved on 9/14. I have gone through so much to get to this point and I thought that I had never been so sure of anything in my life. All of a sudden the last few days, as the day gets closer I am second guessing myself. Am I sure this is right? What if something goes wrong? What if I regret it? If I am in pain will I hate myself for it? Could I really not lose this weight without surgery? It strange because I KNOW the answer to all of these questions, and…

Newbees to be, this food journal is awesome. I tried fitness pal but it does not give me a total of the Proteins. I have to add them up myself or pay extra. This app is great I even add my Fitbit it connects to it. baritastic Good luck and thanks! 267/243/224 Surgery date 08/15/16

How common is it for a person that has,a lower BMI to have gastric bypass? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

As a vet, I had a LOT of questions pre-op and looking back I posted some really long questions. Now that I'm over 2 years post op, I find that there is one reference I still find myself going to. On YouTube there is an awesome show from the UK called Fat Doctor. This is REAL stuff. Shows a lot of the surgeries, lifestyle changes, etc. There used to be many more episodes but some were taken off the site. However, there are still a lot of great episodes. There are a few sleeve cases but mostly bypass. However, the struggles and the lifestyle changes are the same. I've gained some weight in the past months and working to get it back off. Of course, I naturally went back …

I had the VSG surgery yesterday Aug 30th, Everything went well, I woke up feeling pretty good except for the incisions. I've been sipping Water and eating small amounts of Jello. Every once in a while I have a little spasm in my stomach, and very minimal gas pains.