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How long did it take to get your approval? If you were denied, did you appeal? Were you approved after the appeal? Do you have BCBS/Federal or BCBS for a specific state?

I am 5'6 and have my goal set at 160lbs. I haven't spoken the doctor about it yet. That is still considered overweight for my height. Since i have been obese since I was 6 YOA, it is hard to see anything less. I know what the charts say, but when you been fat all your life it is hard to see anything else.

I haven't posted on this thread, but it sure is entertaining to read.... I have not had surgery; therefore can not comment. I would like to be able to say I will NEVER EVER again, but that would be jixing myself. I would not call my self a diet soda addict, but I do enjoy my occasional coke zero and it is really good with hennessey. So if you see my name down as reading this topic, it is because you guys are entertaining.

Thanks! I have mine on Monday. I am actually having two procedures. Some type of fat density, total body ultrasound. I am kinda worried because it is after the endoscopy and I hope I feel up to it!

Found this online: Functions An abdominal binder serves many important functions, especially in the early postoperative stages of an abdominal surgical procedure. An abdominal binder provides compression and support to both the upper and lower abdomen. It helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen levels at the operative site, increases healing and reduces swelling. With all these improvements, the patient is able to get out of bed sooner and walk around more easily. This further improves breathing and promotes the healing process and a speedy recovery.

I second Momo's question....what is it for?

You look great!!! Congratulations.

Wow, congratulations. You look fabulous!

I haven't had surgery yet and have read several posts regarding the stall. It seems that everyone experiences it for the most part. I hope that I will not freak out but, I am expecting my mind to play a trick on me. Why? Because I read about it everyday. I know that a stall is possible because so many people on these boards talk about it. However, the other part of my mind will tell me, I just went through this major surgery and I am only drinking and/or only eat baby food consistency food, why am I suddenly not losing weight? But, my logical brain will tell me that EVERYONE goes through this, give it time. I guess emotions and everything plays into this. I have not read to many posts of someone saying they stalled and never lost another pound. I say Celebrate your successes and read some of the other experiences on this boards. I think it will help. Again, this is me pre-op. You will be back in a month sharing your NSVs and you SVs. Wishing you the best! Also, I have only seen several posts of people regretting their decisions. I am sure you researched and thought long and hard prior to your decision. Congratulations on making this step.

That is pretty impressive!

It is sad to hear when a husband is nonsupportive. Have you done your intial consult? Is he willing to go with you? Maybe he is scared of the unknown? Is your husband a healthy weight?

Someone one another thread posted she was having hemorrhoid surgery LMFAO! I love that, although I don't think you should have to make up a lie. One of my previous HS BFF's lied to us and told us she had stomach cancer. It really ruined friendships. I have to tell you she ended up with thyroid cancer later. Karma is a ******! I just say it is Nunya. Nunya damn business!

I am in the same boat!!! I never thought I could dislike my husbands mother so much.

That is awesome! I don't have reflux at all, but just wondering about others experiences.

I would say that I a VST stalker.....i don't have internet at work, but I make sure to read through the day on my blueberry.....wow, this post hit home. I want to see how everyone is doing, what questions pop up through the day, and I just love looking at photos......ummmm I may need intervention!

Anyone NOT have reflux, but after the surgery developed moderate to severe reflux? Did it go away at some point? Anyone HAVE reflux prior to surgery, but it got better after surgery? And at what point?

I am still confused on why people think their coworkers need to know. I say let them talk. I work in a fish bowl, because we live, work, and sleep in the same place. (you know the saying don't eat where you sh*t) Not literally, but it feels like that is my life at times. I feel like if I was on fire nobody in my job would piss on me. With that being said, they have no right to my business. I just don't see why this is a big issue. MOO-my own opinion. Edit to add- you don't even have to lie to them. I honestly believe it is rude for them to ask. Why spend time trying to make up some mysterious "surgery". Tell them it's classified, if I tell you, I would have to kill you HA!

Well I have been in nutritional counseling for a year. I lost 19lbs in 7 months . I have been thinking about WLS for about 15 years. I got down to about 203lbs in 2008, but I was busting my butt and eating very little. Anyway, life happened and we moved to a foreign location. That came with stresses, to many to count. I have been over weight my whole life. Tramatic childhood crap.....plus bad genes. Anyway, I am 37 and just ready for a change. I am overseas still and hoping for BCBS to cover. My process is a little different then being in the states, where I don't have to get prior approval. Of course they can still choose not to cover if I don't follow their protocol.

Hahaha, I love karma :-), not wishing her bad or anything. I just love karma. You look great.

Justine, why did they decided that? I hear it is not bad. Mine is Monday. We look like we are on a similar timeline. I had chest xrays, echocardiogram, and ekg this week. I have to say an emotional experience. I met with psych today and boy that really helped!

Sorry you are going through this. I would be irritated that they were not more involved, if that is the right word. Actually, I am kinda lost for words. Glad at least the cardiologist was comforting.

I don't even have a date either and stopped dieting hahahaha! The surgeon told me to wipe that idea from my brain....boy why did he do that? Not that I am completing wiling out, but I am not as diligent. I feel like I want to just eat all the things I haven't been eating because I have been dieting over the last year, with no results. I feel like it is my only change :-). You are not alone.

That is very scary and I can see why you feel the way you feel. They are not giving you any other reasons to why this may of happened? Did they do any exams after the fact that could maybe tell them why? I could see why you are out of gas and not to happy about re-doing pre-op diet. They must understand this. They honestly feel that 7 days is enough to go back in?

That is awesome :-). I love the thought of smaller clothes

You look great. Congratulations on your successes.