Elle09

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Welcome! Bariatric Pal is a great place to get information and find support as you go through this journey. I recently was sleeved 28 April 2016 and it was a great decision. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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I was sleeved 28 April 2016 and can say it was the best decision. First few days I suffered immensely from nausea, I could barely get down fluids and the gas pain especially in my shoulders drove me nuts. What I can say is following doctors orders really helped and sipping small amounts per hour. I am thankful for the two week pre-op liquid diet before surgery as that I think it prepared me for post op success. It really does get better. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone this is good information. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Recommend you go back to BCBS and request a copy of your explanation of benefits (EOB) for the date you had the lab work done. You will want to review the the billing code that was used by the surgeons office when they submitted the claim to your insurance. I would have a discussion with them (BCBS) and find out under what circumstances do they cover for lab work. They will probably tell you but they may not provide the billing code. I would have a discussion with the patient coordinator in the surgeons office for assistance in resubmitting the paper work with a different billing code that is applicable. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Water, mio drops, crystal light, sugar free Popsicles, chicken broth were all options for me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Once my surgery date was set I had a nutrition class that I had to attend which was a really good forum, I did a final meeting with my NUT, and two meetings with the surgeon. This was all within a two week span. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hang in there. You have made it this far. Try not to let the nerves and anxiety of the wait take you off course! It is a process and you should be proud of yourself. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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I am thankful for the two full weeks I took off. The first week just to heal the second week to relax and focus on self and the new lifestyle, and continuing to heal. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello day 3 I was still in the hospital due to severe nausea, even with the zofran. Doc finally put a patch on me and I felt better. I was an improvement. Sorry you are going through this. It does get better. You may want to call the doctor. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have a Fitbit Charge HR and Blaze and I average 10,000 steps per day. I really like doing the challenges as that they help to keep me motivated and they are fun. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I took a sports bra with me but actually did not put on while in the hospital. For the few days in the hospital did not care it was the least of my worries. When I had to walk around on the surgical ward the nurses draped another gown over me like a robe which I found comfortable as opposed to trying to tie the gown I was wearing. This allowed me some modesty. Post op and just been wearing sports bras and everyone is happy. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Heating pad was a big help and comfort and walking. I also found massages help. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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The heating pad was my best friend after surgery. It was very helpful in providing some relief to any discomforts. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My understanding is the insurance may pay for nutritional supplements. You should check your plan for requirements. The supplements would have to be designated as a medical necessity. There should be a form that your insurance has you complete and and sign by your doctors office my understanding this is a one time certification. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had surgery 28 April 2016 the feeling of knowing I made a decision to improve my life. A big challenge was getting through the pre-op liquid diet and for me it was empowering. I am just excited. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgery was 28 April 2016. Feeling pretty good and starting to build some energy. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations @@taramarie523! We are on the losers bench! Sounds like you are doing great. I am down 10lbs. I am doing well and have been taking it easy. Each day truly gets easier for this new lifestyle change. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App