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Had it for almost a month ?! Not uncommon when all you're taking in are liquids. Just keep yourself hydrated.

Hubby says he's now married to a 50 year old man :-(. No boobs, no butt. I don't mind so much though. Padded bras help.

Just wondering if any of the Arizona Sleevers have Cigna ? If so have long did it take to get approved. I am hoping that I will be able to get my surgery before Thanksgiving but would prefer closer to Veterans day. Any suggestions on how I can speed up the progress!

I have Cigna. They were very quick to reject and approve. Submitted on a Monday and knew by Friday.

The biggest thing with them was to make sure to meet all the requirements. If you can do that, you should be good to go!

Cigna is a pain!! Submitted my paperwork last week. Heard today that they did not approve it' date=' want another month of seeing the NUT. I called twice to see what was needed and so did the Dr. office. I am right on the line with my BMI, has to be over 40 because I have no co morbidities. I have about four pounds to play with to stay above that line. Now my last appt with the NUT will be Nov 4th. Have to lose something.... But it can't be more than 4 lbs!!! Now I am a nervous wreck !! Ugggggghhhhh!![/quote']

Afaik, you don't have to demonstrate weight loss, only that you tried. Have you reviewed Cignas wls policy? It's easily googled. I have Cigna and they are very picky. Once you submit everything their way, they approve quickly. Good luck!

30 lbs since surgery, 55 all together. I have dropped several sizes, but still see myself as "big". Comparison pics like this really help me to see how far I have come!

Congratulations! I don't have bcbs but will be submitting my paperwork to Cigna next week. Can't wait til this part is over. I know you are excited to start this journey!!! WooHoooo

For Cigna just make sure you have followed their wording and policy exactly and you should have no problems. They are quite picky on the wording.

I was told not to start my supplements until. 2 weeks post op. You need time to heal. Please focus on your liquids and Protein. Isopure zero ready to drinks help with both!

Thanks. I wasn't sure if I could have the bars that soon. I know I can't get liquid through security. Maybe I just take some Protein powder and a shaker then ask for milk on the plane.

I had my dr give me a rx that states I need the Protein drinks for a medical condition. I fly every week and have had no problems with my RTD protein!

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Sleeved 6/25

HW: 235

SW: 212

CW: 181

Have had several plateaus and feel like it is coming off slowly, but it is coming off! Have lost a lot of inches!

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I am 5 days post op and am having very liquid stools every few hours. Anyone else have this issue post op?

I had diarrhea for about 2 weeks post op. dr assured me it was normal.

Had mine in tucson on 6/25. Best thing I ever did.

Sleeved June 25th. Seems like so long ago! Down 51 lbs total and about 30 since surgery. Feeling good, but struggle with eating and getting all my liquids in. No dehydration or other problems at this time :-). Congrats to everyone on their progress so far!

Anyone know just what B12 is' date=' i know we have to take it, but was just wondering what it is?[/quote']

With our sleeve we lost what are called parietal cells which secrete intrinsic factor. Intrinsic factor helps with the absorption of B12 in the stomach. That's why we have to take it sublingually.

B12 helps with brain and nerve function and the formation of blood. If you don't take it you will become anemic.

I had my surgery around 1145 this morning! So excited but am not able to pee. They just had to do this thing to empty my bladder (literally 850 cc in there LOL). Did anyone else have this problem? Also' date=' it may sound strange that I'm concerned about this, but I'm actually not having trouble getting liquids down. I feel like every post I read mentioned issues with liquids. Was anyone else OK with liquid requirements?

Thank you all![/quote']

The narcotic pain medication can cause urinary retention.

I got the surgery date only after I was approved by my insurance.

Really?? I was going to make it for my husband and kids too and not tell them it was low carb lol' date=' what's the crust's consistency?[/quote']

It's not real crunchy, but I imagine if you cooked the crust longer, it could be. There was no way I could pick up the piece and eat it. However it was much more firm the next day.

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Very happy to see some fellow Tucsonans. I have been very happy with Dr Burpee and the office so far. The stay at Northwest was very good. No complaints.

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There is also a recipe on Pinterest that I'm trying tonight.. It's a pizza made with a low fat cream cheese/egg/Parmesan cheese crust. Looks awesome!

I made this the other night. Delicious!

I had to pay 10% up to $1500 out of pocket max which I hit fairly quickly.

I drink all night long. Terrible dry mouth. Unfortunately this has become my sleep cycle. Wish I could sleep all night through.

I have a couple if reasons I was denied by Cigna.

1. I had no nutritional assessment but I went to a nutritionist today!

2. I only had 2 months not 3 required of dr.supervised at loss

3. My Pcp letter on said I was cleared not cleared and approved!

So my question is' date=' can I add another doctor supervised counseling now or will I have to see the doc for 3 consecutive[/quote']

Don't be discouraged these are easy enough to fix. I was denied initially but once I did what they asked, I was approved. Just follow their policy TO THE LETTER and all will be well.

Thanks! What about cooking with it? Anyone tried?

I made a delicious chicken breast that I coated with Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese. Baked. I can send you the recipe if you're interested. Just pm me.

Wow from what I just read Im doing really bad with the post op clear liquid diet. I'm 3 days post op and have barely gotten any liquids' date=' let alone Protein it. It took me 2 days to finish a ensure clear nutritional drink which only has 9g of Protein. Only 3oz of broth today and I tried to make a protein shake with unsweetened almond milk and with each sip my intestines were in knots. What I don't understand is if my doc said clear liquid diet for a week how can I possibly have a shake which is clearly not clear liquid. Maybe if I make with Water that will be better, ill try that tomorrow. i know it's important to get in protein.[/quote']

There are plenty of clear protein shakes. Syntrax nectar, Isopure are a couple. You may want to consider some Protein Shots if you're having problems.

What did your doctor recommend?

I've made these. They are good but I made them too early on (I think in soft food stage). Key to success is to whip egg whites until very stiff. Takes awhile even with the mixer.

I am 6 weeks PO and still have some soreness at times on my left side. No big deal really' date=' just know its there.[/quote']

Same for me. As a whole no pain, but the larger incision on left side can be tender at times.