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Hey girl, i'm from Clearfield, Pa too. Small world!! Good luck with your surgery, i'm having the gastric sleeve surgery,

Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.
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@hannah_621 hey! yeah I'm in State College, are you also in the area? Are you pre-op or post-op?

I had my gastric bypass surgery last Monday, Jan. 23rd and i've been feeling so low and depressed recently. Is this normal? I'm also going stir-crazy in my house and am so bored of watching tv. I also have a giant cyst from the catheter in the downstairs region which is more painful than the actual surgery incisions-which i am getting taken care of tomorrow. So it's a mix of feeling sad, bored, a little hungry for anything other than Soup and Water, a little lonely and the pain from this damn cyst.
Help?

For sure recommend the liquid diet, it's required before surgery. Mine is 1,000-calorie high Protein, low fat, carbs, cals, etc. It's extremely difficult (at least it was for me) but this is day 7 of my 10-day liquid diet and i've lost close to 20 pounds since the beginning. It's safe and i'd recommend that if you're trying to lose weight quick, safely.

For sure recommend the liquid diet, it's required before surgery. Mine is 1,000-calorie high Protein, low fat, carbs, cals, etc. It's extremely difficult (at least it was for me) but this is day 7 of my 10-day liquid diet and i've lost close to 20 pounds since the beginning. It's safe and i'd recommend that if you're trying to lose weight quick, safely.

Ok, among a few other things i'm scared about one of the main ones is after surgery. I've read articles where patients who undergo gastric bypass don't report feeling as full as they think they should. With a smaller stomach you should feel full with 4 ounces of drink/food, correct? I'm scared i won't feel that feeling of being full and overeat again, not lose the weight and be back in the same boat. Anyone that can help me shed some light on this?

Ok, among a few other things i'm scared about one of the main ones is after surgery. I've read articles where patients who undergo gastric bypass don't report feeling as full as they think they should. With a smaller stomach you should feel full with 4 ounces of drink/food, correct? I'm scared i won't feel that feeling of being full and overeat again, not lose the weight and be back in the same boat. Anyone that can help me shed some light on this?

@@dottiewalker1127 the only time i've ever tried one is during my sleep study back in October, i'm projecting i'll also hate it. My surgery is Jan. 23rd too! I'll be thinking about you on our surgery date, good luck!

@@Vinasu i thought of that! if this doesn't pan out, that's the route i'll have to go.

@@dottiewalker1127 the only time i've ever tried one is during my sleep study back in October, i'm projecting i'll also hate it. My surgery is Jan. 23rd too! I'll be thinking about you on our surgery date, good luck!

@@Vinasu i thought of that! if this doesn't pan out, that's the route i'll have to go.

@@justhere4theshow yes, i've made them aware of time constraints. i may have gotten through to them finally! i have an appointment to get fitted for one Tuesday morning.

Ok, i'm sorry but i really need to vent about two things. First, today is day 1 of a 10-day liquid diet and i'm admittedly miserable. I'm at work hating everyone and everything, i know this is necessary and will benefit me long-term, but i really just needed a bitch session. Also, secondly i had sleep study as a pre-op guideline from the surgeon and found out i had sleep apnea, this was Halloween night. I've been fighting to get a C-PAP machine since, if it's not one thing it's another. First it was my insurance, then it was my doctor sending in the wrong forms, or leaving out his first name causing chaos and making the process not run smoothy. At my pre-op, my doctors said since i didn't have a C-PAP using oxygen while in the hospital was fine. I got a call Thursday saying it wasn't fine and i need to get a C-PAP before surgery, my surgery date is Jan. 23rd--yes, that's in 10 days. I have been calling the place everything was faxed to and apparently they're STILL waiting on some form from my PCP. I am at my whits end, i don't know what to do....not only am i hungry but i have to deal with this C-PAP drama.

Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.
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Hey guys, i'm almost there...almost to the home-stretch! My pre-op appointment is tomorrow and i'll find out what i can eat or drink rather. I know it'll be a 14-day liquid diet, with the day before surgery being clear liquid only. What are some experiences from people who have been through this? I'm really dreading it, but i know i have to just get through it....
Also, what are some things you pack for your hospital stay after?
Thanks!

Mine is January 23rd. My pre-op appointment is tomorrow., I'm excited but nervous.

I'm having mine January 23rd, i'm so excited! Good luck with your journey!

Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.
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Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.
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Just sharing my approval with Highmark BCBS of PA, I was approved within 3 days and received a letter by the weekend. I'm ecstatic, but my parents who aren't very supportive of the surgery are unhappy. It sucks because I want to share my joy and happiness, but they're being happiness sponges. Any advice on what I can say to try and remedy the situation? My possible surgery date is January 17th- and I've decided on gastric bypass.
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I just had my FINAL 6-month weigh in, Monday and i'm down 49/50 lbs since i began! I could not be prouder of myself. I'm "slated" to have gastric bypass in mid- to late January and my surgeons office just submitted all my information to insurance yesterday (Tuesday). Anyone have Highmark BCBS of Pennsylvania that could give me a timeline of how long i'll hear if i'm approved? I'm so nervous waiting, i can barely sit still! I still have 2 pre-op appointments, one EGD procedure and an eco of my heart. I'm 90% there!

Thank you ladies! I'm calling and demanding someone answer this question, it's so ridiculous. I have my first appt with my surgeon early next month, they seem familiar with all types of insurances so I'm praying they know
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Hey all, it's me again...still confused and looking for help.
So i live in PA and have Highmark BCBS insurance, this was my second month of supervised weight loss/exercise PCP visit. My question to anyone who is or has had sleeve or bypass surgery with this insurance, do i need 6 consecutive monthly visits with a dietician as well? The insurance requirements is so vague and i can't get a straight answer when i call my insurance company. It's frustrating and confusing, anyone able to offer help? I had a consultation with a dietician who gave me a nutrition plan to follow, she also read the requirements and said it looked like only a consultation was enough along with 6 monthly PCP appointments.
Help!!