grnnbaret

I have green diarrhea as well. 2 weeks out and 4 days of Loose stool being tested now for diff c. If I take immodium it goes away but 12 hours later comes right back. Trying no lactose, trying a probiotic next will be benefiber. Any other decisions. It is wiping me out.
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BMI was 33 - the bare minimum for my insurance to cover. ins approved weight 212.5. Surgery day 12/16 weight: 198.5; Current weight 177 - so 35 weight loss. Seems like not a lot, but on my body it is a huge difference. If you want to feel better, go by percentage of weight loss or BMI numbers. My BMI is now 28+. No longer obese, now overweight. it is a tedious process, focusing on healthy living. I also had a hiatal hernia repair and my gallbladder removed. I only stayed one night in the hospital and was able to keep down liquids the whole time. I have had no great side effects except for my last mammogram - said my breasts changed (well of course they did!). Good Luck, just keep looking forward and don't look back.

BMI was 33 - the bare minimum for my insurance to cover. ins approved weight 212.5. Surgery day 12/16 weight: 198.5; Current weight 177 - so 35 weight loss. Seems like not a lot, but on my body it is a huge difference. If you want to feel better, go by percentage of weight loss or BMI numbers. My BMI is now 28+. No longer obese, now overweight. it is a tedious process, focusing on healthy living. I also had a hiatal hernia repair and my gallbladder removed. I only stayed one night in the hospital and was able to keep down liquids the whole time. I have had no great side effects except for my last mammogram - said my breasts changed (well of course they did!). Good Luck, just keep looking forward and don't look back.

So repairing the hernia is tightening it up. Reducing the stomach from pushing up thru the diaphragm. As you lose weight my doc said the tightening can loosen up and could need to be tightened again
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You all are losing a tremendous amount of weight in a short period of time. Be kind to your body and let it catch up. Find other ways to measure your success. Exercise, inches, new clothes etc. you are all very brace amazing people enjoy it. This is your new life!!
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My defining moment was out of control diabetes. I was borderline bmi but qualified and had surgery on 12/16. It took me 6 months to get approved and get my blood sugars down enough to have surgery. I just acknowledged to myself that if I want to get older and have my organs last I need to change. 10 days post op and I'm down 22lbs from qualifying weight. Blood sugars are all over the place but I realize my body is changing even at 54 and I need to monitor and keep moving. Here is to all our organs being healthy and giving them a chance to age gracefully. My surgery also included gallbladder removal and hiatal hernia repair. I've had it all from Constipation to now diarrhea. Nausea and pain has subsided. So far all worth it. Have had no regret just times of omg I have really changed things. At this point I'm thankful for the opportunity to change.
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I had gastric sleeve, hiatal hernia repair and gallbladder removal in 12/16. Went home on 12/17. Getting all my liquids in. Don't feel hungry or full. The wanting to burn feeling definitely and a little pressure. Pain meds only at night. So worth it. I took a walk today.
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my surgery date is 12/16: went to preop today and they said I lost too much weight. I am a low bmi person. However I have crazy diabetes 2. They said I had to get blood sugars down to have surgery, I got them down and lost weight hence lower bmi. I started crying! They offered to change the date, asked me to gain weight in a couple of days etc. THEN my doctor came in, he said it's fine. my starting weight is what counts and I got approved with insurance based on that. Doc said you followed my diet and this is part of the program. Insurance companies really need to change especially with the comorbidity issues. I am getting surgery to help control my blood sugars. Weight loss will be a side effect. Passed EKG, urine test, blood tests and next week I get a sleeve and gallbladder removal. Also may fix my hiatal hernia and biopsy liver from any damage from my diabetes medications. All I can say is don't give up - so many hurdles and it is not over till surgery is done and I'm on my journey. For now no exercise, and Protein Shakes to maintain my weight. Thanks for listening - I'm officially cuckoo!!

Seminar - check
Meet the Surgeon - check
Fill out all paperwork required - check
Visit with Nutritionist - check
Visit with Psych - check
Ultrasound - check
bloodwork - check
paper work submitted to ins check
Ins responded NO NO NO
Pre op apt scheduled check
Ins responded NO NO NO
Insurance changing in new year - YES
I'm am trying to do everything right and yet everything moves so slow. I appreciate all your posts because it gives me hope, purpose and a direction to continue on.
So Thank you ALL!!!

HA! Insurance company called me. Offering Nurse svcs before and after procedure though I'm still not approved! Nurse said that sometimes the ins company approves but keeps it as pending for no reason! She said if I'm not notified by early next week to give them a call. It looks like this is a good sign. The impatience continues, I have a COLD. 4 hour pre op class on Tuesday. Thank you for all your counsel. Continuing my perseverance.

@@grnnbaret, have you tried calling the insurance company? Stay vigilant, especially since your insurance is changing in the new year.
Wishing you the best

In the am I am having my final appt . I get to know when my surgery is I'm so excited.

If your gym is anything like my gym, I could be standing in the middle of the room naked doing a dance and they still wouldn't notice. Why? Because people are so into themselves that most of them are either looking at themselves in the mirror or are busy taking selfies for their latest IG post.
I understand how you feel, but majority of people are just there doing their thing and if they notice you they're probably thinking good for her. There are people who will judge you but we can't avoid those people in life, and it's their issue not yours.
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Insurance companies take their sweet time, that's for sure.

Very excited for you! I'm still awaiting my call. Everything is done. Trying not to lose patience.
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I'm at the same place waiting for ins to approve. I do preop class after approval. I'm very excited for you and nervous for me hahaha!
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So I understand the feeling. I was given advice from my nut who said, the people in the gym you are worried about are concerned about one person themselves. They are so consumed in themselves they have no time to look at or judge you. So I figured if I want to look like them, I need to just focus on myself. It's half the reason we are in this situation, always worried or taking care of everyone else. Don't let anyone stop you from becoming the you, you want to be!!!
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I'm the exact opposite but love the fact you can all keep your mouths quiet. I've communicated at work, which has helped with my time off and lots of support. I told my family and they are all concerned and supportive I listen to the medical staff but I personally need outside support to help keep me balanced. I wish I was as strong as you all and not tell people. Waiting on my surgery date.
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Happy anniversary. I haven't had surgery yet but I don't think I will ever be as gorgeous as you. My goal is to be healthy and your pics are quite encouraging. Thank you!
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Happy anniversary. I haven't had surgery yet but I don't think I will ever be as gorgeous as you. My goal is to be healthy and your pics are quite encouraging. Thank you!
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Happy anniversary. I haven't had surgery yet but I don't think I will ever be as gorgeous as you. My goal is to be healthy and your pics are quite encouraging. Thank you!
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I'm at the same place waiting for ins to approve. I do preop class after approval. I'm very excited for you and nervous for me hahaha!
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I'm just starting my journey and trying to read as many horror stories as possible (maybe that's bad, but I KNOW the positives; it's the negatives I'm trying to wrap my mind around!) like understanding how hard the pre-op and post-op diets are... but if I can't do that then I can't make the change necessary to live with the sleeve, right? Because it's not like you go back to eating "normally" (normal for an overweight person I guess I should say...), right?
My new fear is the loose skin after the weight loss is complete. I'm not against having cosmetic surgery on one spot, but am I really going to have saggy thighs, saggy arms and a saggy belly??!! I'm 5' 4" and 228 lbs.
Thanks everyone; just a little scared!
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