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What exactly is the reason for the denial? Did you contact Cigna prior to all appts to obtain the required criteria?

How has WLS affected your sexuality? It hasn't for me, I have always had a very healthy sexual attitude and appetite. I've embraced my body at every size that I've been. Do you feel sexier and how are you dealing with all the new male attention? No, I feel the same.

Here's a link with some suggestions: http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/whattoeat/a/highproteinfood.htm

Does everyone have to swallow that stuff for the leak test? My leak test was done in surgery, so no I did not have one after surgery. Do nausea meds really work? Yes, I've taken them many times for labrynthitis and when prescribed morphine. Like you I'm no fan of puking. Make sure your doc has you covered on that end.

I didn't have any pain, any gas or any discomfort. I have a very low tolerance for pain so I was prepared for the worse. I felt like I had a tight belt around my waist, that's it.

I walked about 6 miles getting up every 15 minutes to pee that night. Does that count? LOL I'm sure I annoyed my roommate, but when you gotta go, you gotta go!

For me it's very simple, I have an opportunity to educate and me telling others about the surgery eliminates the gossip.

When did a life choice become a group decision especially when this doesnt effect your friend. I understand that you consider this person a friend, but when you've made other important decisions in your life was she involved in those decisions as well? Sometimes "we" make decisions that no one else is going to like and we must stand by those decisions and stand up for ourselves no matter what others say. I would give her space, but before giving her that space I would tell her how much you love her as a friend and no matter how upset she is you aren't changing your decision to have the surgery. Ask her would she prefer to see you happy and healthy or miserable and unhealthy.....and if she is your true friend she will stand by you even though she doesn't agree with you. Sometimes all a true friend needs to do is just be there. I hope your friendship can survive this.

OMG, Bacon and cheese......I'm in love! My nephew is a baconterian and he is going to love this also!

I'm 5 months out and have not had a cocktail yet. I'll wait, I'm in no rush alcohol will be there when I'm ready.

. I love these, they are tasty!

Amy, it's overwhelming because this is time consuming. Get yourself a timer and get yourself on a schedule. Set the timer to alert you 30 mins to drink. Prepare your meals in advance, It's a pain in the butt, but you will need to do this until you've mastered everything. This too will pass.......

I agree with Dean, you should obtain all of the information regarding your surgery from your surgeon. Your surgeon may have a surgical protocol vastly different from others. You will also find so many varying opinions. Once sleeved you can either read through the threads or post your own question. Whatever you choose, good luck to you.

A seamstress or tailor can be your best friend. Before I embarked on this journey I spoke with a seamstress to make sure she would be able to alter my clothing as my weight loss continues.

Now this is true! When I was quitting, I had two jars one with smoked cigarette butts with Water (when you open the jar the stench is overwhelming and disgusting), and one to put all the money I saved. Of course cigs were much cheaper then, but I was still able to make a major purchase from the money I saved.

I'm an ex smoker. Twenty three years to be exact. I stopped because my job location was becoming a smoke free environment and the company offered a free smoking cessation program SMOKENDERS. SMOKENDERS is a behavioral modification program. I know it's hard, but I would really suggest quitting, you will feel so much better smoke free.

WYSIWYG with me at any size. I won't show off or plan to bump into anyone, all of my exes and friends have embraced me at all the sizes I've been, but if they see me and compliment me on my weight loss that will make me smile.

Congratulations, keep up the good work!

I want to try the kale protein shake and my niece is the expert (so she says) of the green shake. I do like to experiment with wild concoctions, so I want to try a spicy hot protein drink (if that is possible) it would satisfy my thirst, protein and need for heat. If my mother was alive she would be my Guinea pig. Lol

That sure looks tasty, I love the martini glass. Just invested in a vitamix, but haven't used it yet. My neice and I were going to make shakes but were so busy running today we didn't get a chance. I will be trying it out soon.

The only thing that helps is time.

My surgeon requires 65mg.

I had that problem. I drink a protein shake, it is very filling.

That's almost 3 months. You should consult your PCP or surgeon.