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My surgeon says that the risk from dying from bariatric surgery is less than 1%. You are much higher risk of dying from the diseases caused by obesity than from surgery.

Thanks for the information AlwaysVegas! I have my psych eval tomorrow, and I don't have any of those issues either. I'm so glad I found this forum! Everyone has been so helpful!!

Hi!! My surgeon gave me a check list at my first appt. I bet you'll get yours with your first appointment with your surgeon. After reading a lot of posts on this site, I think a lot of surgeons differ on what they require. They should also tell you what your insurance company requires too. They should be able to tell you all of this on your first visit. Good luck!!

I had my sleep test February 2nd, and the technician woke me up three times. I slept okay, but when I slept - I didn't like the fact I had wires attached, and must of kicked off the ones from one of my legs, and at one time removed the one from my nose. The third time he woke me up was to be fitted for a mask. I didn't think I'd get back to sleep with the mask on, but after making myself relax, I was able to get to sleep. It wasn't very restful as I was exhausted the following day, but still worked the entire day. They have a company in their building that supplies you with the machines - I figured I'd go with them because it would be convenient. Wrong idea! I got the call from them to set up a time to get my machine, and was told they would need $300 up front - and the rest would be billed to me? I questioned this - and asked how much does this machine cost? I was quoted $4500 retail, and because of my contract - it would cost around $4000! With my 20% I would pay $800. My husband & I were a little sticker shocked over this, so we did a little research online and found the same machine I would get for around $1800. I called another medical supply company in my area and my 20% I would owe would be around $290. I called the other company and cancelled my appt. and am now waiting for approval from my insurance company.

I'll be praying for you lucky1228! Keep us posted when you get approved!

I'll be finished with my six month Doctor supervised weight loss appointments in May. So I hope I'll be approved to be sleeved in June! I'm close to having all my requirements done. My cardiologist has cleared me for surgery. I've had my sleep study, getting my bipap soon. I have my psych eval this Tuesday. And my f/u psych appt. In two weeks. I have one group meeting to complete; then I'll be well on my way! I'm really excited!

I was open with my boss & a few co-workers and they've all been very supportive! I don't feel bad when I have to leave early for an appointment, because my boss told me "whatever I need!" I feel so blessed to work for the company, & the people I work for! No surgery date for me yet, after this month I still have three more doctor supervised appointments. I'm looking forward to the day I get to announce my surgery date! :-)

After reading through my binder I received from the WLC last night, I don't think that it's a requirement. I've really never suffered much from acid reflux and I was told by my doctor to start taking OTC 20 mg of Omeprazole daily - which I am doing. H. Pylori test is done prior to my pre-op appt.

Thanks! I'll check at my next appointment. In my binder, under Preparation for surgery, preoperative testing - it says I'll have a breath test for H. pylori... No mention of a endoscopy...

Is a EGD a requirement before surgery? I see a lot of people posting about having one done. Or does it differ by surgeons? The reason why I ask is because it's not listed on my check list from my surgeon that I have to complete before surgery.

I used to, but had surgery to repair it several years ago. I had my sleep study week ago last Monday. They will have a wire below your nostrils (to see how you breath) in addition to all over you face, head, chest, & legs. I was awakened three times in the night with the last time being attached to a CPAP. Let the technician know you have a deviated septum.

Yay!! Good luck with your surgery!

Let me know how you do! If your headache doesn't last long, that's what I'll probably do. Maybe I'll give it up over the weekend, it will give me two days that I'm not working... And I'll be able to deal with a headache, & the sluggishness. When I tried half decaf & half fully leaded, I almost didn't make it through the day!

I thought about that too! Especially when I have to do the full liquid diet post-op. I was thinking of freezing fat-free cream soup in an ice cube tray so that it will be portioned about right for meals.

I'm getting antsy, & I'm not even close to getting my surgery date. I have four more Dr. supervised visits. My psych evaluation is a week from this Tuesday, & a f/u psych appt. two weeks after that. I've been cleared for surgery by my cardiologist, so hopefully the rest of my appointments go fast! I'm hoping for a May surgery date! I've been doing a lot of research about which Protein drinks to try. Looking at nutritional value, reading reviews, & ordering samples to try pre-op (primarily when I start my pre-op diet). I'm learning so much from this forum, everyone is so friendly, & have been great with offering advice! I'm glad I found you, and know I'm not going through this alone! Good luck GingerLeAnna!

I'm getting antsy, & I'm not even close to getting my surgery date. I have four more Dr. supervised visits. My psych evaluation is a week from this Tuesday, & a f/u psych appt. two weeks after that. I've been cleared for surgery by my cardiologist, so hopefully the rest of my appointments go fast! I'm hoping for a May surgery date! I've been doing a lot of research about which Protein drinks to try. Looking at nutritional value, reading reviews, & ordering samples to try pre-op (primarily when I start my pre-op diet). I'm learning so much from this forum, everyone is so friendly, & have been great with offering advice! I'm glad I found you, and know I'm not going through this alone!

I'm getting antsy, & I'm not even close to getting my surgery date. I have four more Dr. supervised visits. My psych evaluation is a week from this Tuesday, & a f/u psych appt. two weeks after that. I've been cleared for surgery by my cardiologist, so hopefully the rest of my appointments go fast! I'm hoping for a May surgery date! I've been doing a lot of research about which Protein drinks to try. Looking at nutritional value, reading reviews, & ordering samples to try pre-op (primarily when I start my pre-op diet). I'm learning so much from this forum, everyone is so friendly, & have been great with offering advice! I'm glad I found you, and know I'm not going through this alone!

I'll have to try the Keurig halfcaff! Didn't know it existed! Thanks for your replies!

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Good advise!

I was told at my second nut appointment that I need to wean myself off of caffeine. I love my morning coffee, and I don't like decaf! I tried it, and blah!! What have you done to wean yourself from coffee? Did you go cold turkey? Or just decreased your intake gradually? Did you suffer any headaches? If so, for how long?

Not having to shop in the plus size section anymore! Having more of a selection of cute clothes (plus size is so limited)! Flying without the use of a seat belt extender. Being able to put my socks & shoes on without sitting sideways. Having a better nights sleep!