PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I’m new here, was wondering if anyone is/did have sleeve surgery that also has RA. I was diagnosed with RA in 2009 & take a slew of meds. My surgery is scheduled for Nov. 30th. I’ve read that there are great improvements with the disease after surgery. Mine is categorized as moderate to severe.

I got my sleeve on 11/8. I was pre-warned by my cousin who had her sleeve last March that the incision where they took my stomach out is going to hurt. Anyone else going through this? Any ideas on how to keep the soreness down? So far all I've done is ice it, it helps for a little while until I have to move. I feel like I've done too many sit-ups and I now have a "stitch" in my side.

I finally met with the surgeon today and I officially have a surgery date...12/14/17!!! Now i just have to and see if my insurance approves it [emoji847]

I have my surgery date on the 15th. I have passed all the requirements, but i havent gotten the official "Your approved" from the insurance company. When i had my lap-band I didnt get approved until the day before, and i was hoping it wasnt going to be like this again...do you know how hard it is to stay diligent on this stupid liquid diet not knowing if I'm approved or not!! Please pray for me y'all!! Down 6 lbs so far on this liquid diet so thats a plus!!

Anyone who has worked or is working with NYU not use their preferred psychologists for the psych eval? Has anyone been able to use bariatricpsychevaluations.com?

I have paid my deposit and scheduled my surgery for December 19th. I am super nervous. I may end up having to push my date back. I was just wondering if anybody else has had to reschedule their surgery once they had their date?

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I have to fly from Chicago to San Francisco on Sunday and I am currently on my pre-op liquid diet. How do I carry my shakes on the flight? Will a doctor's note help me? Should I contact the airport and ask?

I'm interested to hear about long term sleevers (5+ years). Do you have any regrets? How has your journey been? Have you maintained? Most importantly, have you had any medical issues that could be contributed to your sleeve? I hate there's not a lot of long term data on this yet.

This is Day 3 of my low-carb pre-op liquid diet. I'm getting plenty of liquids and appropriate amounts of protein, but my body feels like it's falling apart! Last night, I had severe tooth pain (I haven't had a toothache in years). Then this morning the tooth pain was better, but I have been having shooting shoulder and wrist pain all day. I imagine this is what arthritis feels like, but it seems odd this came on right as I went into ketosis. Has anyone else had this issue?

I️ am ELATED... after 6 months of appointments with PCP and other specialist I️FINALLY HAVE MY SURGERY DATE 12/22/17. I️ couldn’t be happier and I’m screaming at the top of my lungs “Where My December Sleevers At?”

How to get reliable information whether or not Gastric Bypass Surgery is the best surgery for me? Does anyone have any information about Renew Bariatrics? Does anyone have Gastric Sleeve Surgery done in Renew Bariatrics? Would you recommend it to me? Does anyone know any reviews on Renew Bariatrics? Appreciating with thanks any replies to my questions.

How to get reliable information whether or not Gastric Bypass Surgery is the best surgery for me? Does anyone have any information about Renew Bariatrics? Does anyone have Gastric Sleeve Surgery done in Renew Bariatrics? Would you recommend it to me? Does anyone know any reviews on Renew Bariatrics? Appreciating with thanks any replies to my questions.

Just heard from my doctors office and my Insurance approved my surgery!!! unfortunately my surgeon is going to be out of the office for a couple weeks so I cannot see him till Dec. 6th. They will schedule surgery then... They also said it may be after the first of the year before he can operate. So Yay approval but still the wait....

Currently 207 lbs. getting RNY in January hopefully. Currently dealing with diabetes, gerd, fatty liver, osteoarthritis, bilateral sciatica, sleep apnea.

Hi y'all! I'm new here well, I joined a few years ago and never interacted, and haven't gotten surgery yet. A little about me. I have PCOS and chronic migraine syndrome. My BMI is about 55. With that being said, I'm looking into surgery and have found an amazing surgeon. I'm shopping around for insurance. I found a plan, and the surgeon is covered, but the plan says bariatric services are not covered (I'll post a screen shot of them) Any idea of why that could be? Would I need to go see the surgeon and have him talk to my insurance and they would need to approve me? I'm so confused lol

Hi I've been in this liquid regiment sense November 2 my surgery is scheduled schedule for Nov 16 However today I ate a protein bar?? Will this affect my up coming surgery ? Sent from my LGLS992 using BariatricPal mobile app

So I'm finally done with all of my pre-op requirements. Yay!!!!! Now, I'm just waiting for the results from my psych eval so that all of my paperwork can be submitted to insurance for approval, then I get the call with surgery dates. Consult appointment: 6/11/2017 First Nutrition appointment: 6/11/2017 First PCP appointment for 6 month weight loss program: 6/28/2017 Endoscopy Appointment: 10/27/2017 Psych eval: 11/8/2017 Insurance: Oxford Freedom Plan

How do I edit my Surgery info in my profile? I want to put in that I’m Post-op now, the type of surgery I had, my surgery date, my surgeon, ect but there’s not an option to edit surgery info at least from my iPhone..? Help please! Thanks!

I had my psychological testing last week and was surprised when I got an email from the psychologist yesterday with a friendly "it was a pleasure to meet you" note, and with the report she gave to my surgeon attached to the email "if I was interested." Given the breezy nature of the email, the fact that I've never had any major psychological issues, and the appointment itself was pretty brief, I was caught off guard when the report contained 7 pages of observations about me, many of which felt like they were coming out of left field. I asked a friend who had the same surgery if she had been given her report, and she said she hadn't (it went straight to her surgeon). …

Surgery day is quickly approaching. I had my final meeting with my surgeon on Tuesday this week, so now it's a slow march to the actual day of. I find myself getting more and more nervous as it gets closer, which I'm sure is normal. I find myself second-guessing the decision, too. Did anyone else go through that? I know that's probably a silly question. The way I look at it is, if I don't do it, then my weight is going to continue to get higher and the pain I already have in my feet, hips, and back is going to get worse and will more likely become permanent. My aunt is 60 years old, probably around 350 lbs, and she is in constant pain from her weight and has trouble movin…

I am ready NOW! My bank account just is not quite there yet. I am doing everything I can to get to Mexico before the end of the year. I was just looking for some stories from others about what you had to do to save the Money for surgery.

I am scheduled for surgery on December 6th, where can I buy sample liquid or powder protein in multiple flavours?

Im scheduled for surgery on 11/15 and I still haven't gotten my approval ...I'm getting nervous wondering if ill be denied at the last minute. Sent from my LGMS210 using BariatricPal mobile app

My VSG is scheduled for December 5th. I'm excited for sure but I'm also nervous. I'm doing this alone. I don't have the support of my sister or my son. My daughter is on the fence and my daughter-in-law has said she won't support me if I have the surgery. I've told my few friends and they are supportive but the all have jobs and home life and not able to help out the first few days I'm home. I'll be alone at the hospital and that has me nervous because I'm a bit of a basket case before surgery. Just wondering if anyone else flew solo on this journey and what your experience was. Thanks so much!

Fellow Warriors: These last few days have been hard in terms of my enthusiasm and energy for post-surgery life, even 3 months out. I've had a persistent bad lower back for a couple of weeks, and all the things I usually do to feel better have not been working. Yesterday my PT told me that this is not uncommon during the body "adjustment period" following surgery. And my bad indigestion has come back after I finished with the 3month course of daily Prilosec that I started after surgery. So much so that yesterday, I had trouble eating solids. I have an appointment on Monday with my surgeon , and I'm hoping I'll have an easier time eating today, but right now, I am just feel…

Getting so excited to start my new life. As of now I am on day 10 of a liquid diet and I have lost 29lbs since march 2017. Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

Remember the movie "What about Bob?", starring Bill Murray? He was taught that everything could be handled if he took baby steps. I've learned that I, as a VSGer, can handle anything so long as I approach everything with baby steps. Food? Slow and low. Excercise? Same thing. Cooking? Yup. But planning? Intense... Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

So three days post-op and did one of the Sugar Free Crystal Light Lemon and had my family go and get a few more flavors, but NONE of our lo stores have it. They just have the regular packs. Now they seem to have the same ingredients but was wondering if they are Truly the same??? I know I can get “actual” Sugar Free ones on Amazon, but holy crap, they are way expensive. Any suggestions or thoughts??? Thanks

Body shamers are horrible. But if Mariah feels better & is healthier, I say good for her. https://pagesix.com/2017/11/06/body-shamers-spur-mariah-carey-to-have-weight-loss-surgery/

I’ve been sleeved for 1yr and 10 months. Have a frozen shoulder ... prescribed pain meds and anti inflammatories... am I even allowed to take them?? Tramadol and meloxicam

I'm curious, I have read that I can never drink carbonated beverages ever again after the sleeve, such as desante water that has fizz, but zero calories or sugar etc. Why? And I have heard no bread or rice. Not even basmati rice? Why? What other foods do I need to know are major no no's and why so I don't make a mistake and eat or drink them. Thank you in advance for your replies. Sent from my SM-N900V using BariatricPal mobile app

Well I have my date Nov 27th!! Just need to schedule my pre-op, appointment with the nutritionist to go over the 2 week liquid protein diet, and than surgery day will be here in no time!! Now here is my question....i took a week off from work because I have a job that I sit at and don't do much lifting or anything to drastic. Do you think week is fine? My surgeon said it would be but wanted to get others feedback. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi my name is Ramona and I'm seriously considering sleeve surgery and looking for and oulet, info, pointers and support.

Surgery tomorrow morning getting nervous. Hw 385 SW 344.9

Does anyone have a good recipe for bone broth?

Today is the start of my new life. On my way to the hospital. Let’s do this. HW 361 CW 351.5 SW ??(Surgery 11/8) Goal Weight 200

Hi all, First post time. For background, I have an initial consult on Jan. 3 because the coverage for weight loss services doesn't kick in until the new year, so that will be considered my official kickoff. I had an unofficial consult with the same doctor a month ago as a favor to my PCP, knowing I had no bariatric coverage at the time, so I've already had the recommendation for the gastric sleeve. Given the three month supervised diet requirement, that would put me into at April at best, and considering I want to be available for my daughter's college graduation at the end of April, I figure I won't be having any surgery until mid-May at best. But here's my rea…

I'm doing all I can to lose weight before surgery, I even go to the gym once a day nut my weight has stalled. I need suggestions to kick start the process again HELP! HW 293 CW 264 GW 150 Sent from my SM-G930T using BariatricPal mobile app

While theres a general consensus that the Bypass is a good choice for people who have GERD and the Sleeve not so much. Does having GERD mean a sleeve is doomed to fail ? The data ive seen is incredibly murky and wildy varies (some suggest that 80% of people's GERD wont get worse with a sleeve, others pretty much that everybodys will) Almost 50% of bariatric patients have GERD so obviously a ton of people with it that end up getting a sleeve. Whats the outlook on here ? How many people have had success having a sleeve while having GERD ?

I've been approved by my insurance since June received a surgery date of Sept. 21 but during being cleared for surgery found out my thyroids were enlarged, so surgery was postponed. Thyroids were removed and now have a surgery date of Nov. 28th. Just praying everything goes as planned. Sent from my SM-N920P using BariatricPal mobile app

I still don't have a date Sent from my LGLS775 using BariatricPal mobile app

I had my appointment with a cardiologist last week to obtain clearance for surgery. Although he said I do not have any current symptoms of coronary artery disease, because I have a number of risk factors (size, strong family history, diabetes, high cholesterol [though controlled with medication]), he wants me to do a stress test. I have the appointment on Thursday. Because I cannot walk for more than a couple of minutes at a time, they will be giving me medication to induce the stress. I am getting nervous. I do not want to find out that I have coronary artery disease. My father died at 40, presumably from a heart attack, and I take after him in almost all ways healt…

I just found out that in a month my insurance is changing to Meritain. Has anyone had any luck with getting them to pay for surgery? Im nervous because Ive been researching and they have so many bad reviews! Does anyone have this insurance? Sent from my SM-G955U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Has anyone gotten pregnant after sleeve procedure?

Initially things started out looking like I would go the sleeve route but I want to go the traditional Roux-en-Y simply because I believe that I might have a bit of a sweet tooth and it would be better if sweets just were not an option. Plus, my Primary Care Physician is recommending the Roux-en-Y because she said that patients lose more weight and keep more of it off when compared to the sleeve. So, I am sold.

Hello I am so happy to say my job has put me on full time and i qualify for the health insurance. We get to choose between Cigna & United HealthCare and they both cover the surgery. My question is which is better when it comes to the surgery requirements and having to wait on having the surgery.

My surgery date is November 9, 2017, and my surgeon only requires us to do a ONE week pre-op liquid diet, which begins for me tomorrow. However, to test the waters I started it today instead. I'm HUNGRY, and I can't keep anything straight... grams of this, ounces of that... I'm overwhelmed. All my life I've struggled and fought to have ANY kind of organization, and I usually fail and make things worse when I try, including keeping up with the dietary guidelines. Biggest problem is hunger right now. Ugh. I've 60g-80g of protein, for one thing (on the paperwork), but in our nutrition class she said it was okay to go over a little bit to 100g. So which is it? I'v…

Hi everyone so I'm new to the forum..I'm of my 4/6 nutrition appointment which is required by my insurance. Baiscally thats all I've been doing thus far. I love looking and hearing everyones story. I'm so excited but nervous at the same time. Everyone in my family thinks I shouldn't do it..but I kno its what's best for me and my health. I'm here looking for any 2018 possible sleevers or anyone jus starting off or thinking about getting gastric sleeved. I really have no support since everyone thinks I'm crazy for doing it [emoji17]

My surgeon has a LOT of surgeries under his belt, and people travel to see him from a long way. I'm only 1 1/2 hours away, but.... his protocol is ONE WEEK liquid diet. Well, 6 DAYS of full liquid and one day (day before surgery) as clear liquid. Everyone I know who's had this surgery (on another group, and one person my husband works with) has given me dark and dire warnings about that. I'm scared because of it, and the surgeon and dietitian are unconcerned and say my Dr has always done pre-op diet one week out. Prior to my seeing my doctor the first time about WLS, I was diagnosed with NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis), basically fatty liver with inflammatio…