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Just had my TT on June 11th and a bilateral arm lift. The TT has been rough. Swelling is pretty awful. My arms have not been that much of an issue. They both look great. It's just going to take time for the swelling to dissipate. I might wait a few years on the thighs. This has been enough for now Congrats!!!

Thanks!!! Dr. Zeni is wonderful!!!

Yes, great book!!! Definitely worth the read!!!

I just recently got my arm lifts and stomach covered by BCBSM. You will need lots of documentation of the issues your skin is causing along with pics from surgeon and letters from the doctors.

Ok....got Great news!!!! With pics, docs, and letters I got both my stomach and arms cleared for surgery. June 11 th baby!!!! Still need the thighs done but going to keep on documenting issues with PCP and try it again next year. This will be more than enough pain for now. So...yes...BCBSM does if you have the right stuff to prove your case.

Really? What surgeries did you ask about and what codes did you give them?

I was told the same thing but the plastics surgeon says no...they will not no matter the reason. I feel discouraged but I am going to be persistent that they send my documentation in.

This is an old post but I went to see my second plastic surgeon today. FOR SURE...if you have lost over 100 lbs. and you have over hang/skin issues I was told they cover it. the rest is considered cosmetic. Although, I am going to try my best to see if they will cover arms. Cross your fingers.

i live in Livingston County. Would like to know besides Livonia if there are any support groups closer to my area???? Thanks!!!

There are 3 other books I am reading that you all might find some interest in. 1.) EAT IT UP! the complete mind/body/spirit guide to a full life after weight loss surgery BY Connie Stapleton Phd. 2.) Made to Crave Satisfying your deepest desire with God, not food BY Lysa TerKeurst 3.) The Metabolism Miracle BY Diane Kress (RD)

I bought it on my Android. Well worth the money

The book is by a woman who has had a VSG. Her name is Linda Ouellette and the book is called. "Beyond the Refridgerator: Navigating Life After Weight Loss Surgery". It is eerily similar to my exact experience that I still deal with on a day to day basis. She is dead on with everything!!!!! She is act ually a Therapist as well and offers wonderful advice!!!! Everyone should have a copy of this book!!!!"