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This is all good advice. I was sleeping in an uncomfortable recliner my Daddy bought over. I was so uncomfortable and my back and shoulders hurt on top of the pain from the surgery. I was watching YouTube videos and a young lady mentioned see rented a hospital bed. I called and rented one. Way better than the recliner and it was only 175.00 for the month. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello there, the insurance pays for it because of the complications you get from the extra skin. You can get rashes and fungus up under the skin sores and infections. My doctor said that it's the way you word it when you send in for your insurance approval. I had my surgery on May 29th and I must say it is painful. I'm in so much pain. But I have no regrets. Most of the pain come from getting up and down off the toilet and in and out the chairs. I've been sleeping in a recliner. I haven't laid down in my bed yet.

You look amazing! Have you had any work done to your arms, legs and tummy? Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

You look great. I'm scheduled for my tummy tuck 5/29/18. I have a co-pay of 250.00. I'm so nervous! Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi there. That's a lot of surgery and a whole lot of money. I'm glad to hear you say it's the best money you've spent. I'm getting an Abdominopasty 5/29/18. My insurance is covering it. I have to pay 250.00 co-pay. How long ago was your surgery and how long was the recovery process? I wasn't scared or nervous when I was sleeved but I'm terrified this time. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Is anyone from Arizona.? Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgery was 4/25/17 I've lost 75lbs. My legs, butt, titts and arms sag. My face isn't sagging but I've seen people with sagging faces. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations. You look great.. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

That is a beautiful way to celebrate your anniversary. Congratulations on your success. You look beautiful. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Good work. You look great! How are you feeling? Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Congratulations! This is awesome. I would frame this picture if it were me, lol.. keep up the good work and thank you for the morning smile's. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

They are protein shakes. You have to make them yourself. They have different flavors.. it's worth the try. I've been on them since week 2, I'm 4months now Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh my word! I can only imagine what you're going through. I wasn't able to drink any protein shakes. All of the sugar free stuff was really disgusting to me and couldn't even take my vitamins. I was so tired and weak. My face I was scared to look in the mirror. My eyes were so dark and bagging up under. I talked to a friend that I met through YouTube. And she told me that she strained some chicken noodle soup and drank the broth from that. I tried it after adding water to it and it gave me Life. But for some reason anything that I ate I don't have the taste for it anymore. So I only did it that one time. I contacted my friend from Herbalife. I had been on the products before. She came and made me some shakes and it brought me back to life. I've been using it as my primary source of protein. As for the bowel movements it's the worse. I have the sensation like I have to poop but only gas come out. I'm drinking a tea at night before bed. In the morning I have a movement. I'm really hoping things get better for you soon. And it will! It does get better, I promise! Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

You look great. I was sleeved April 25th 2017. I'm down 54lbs since surgery. I haven't had any stalls. But my best friend that was sleeved has. Our diets are totally different. I Don't eat any bread, pasta or rice. But she does from time tone. I was told not to for 6months. She said she wasn't told that. I also burn way more calories than I eat and she doesn't.. so watch what you eat. Oh and I also started craving and eating more vegetables. It's been helping with my bowels.. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh my word. I'm glad you are feeling better. I'm sorry you went through that. I was sleeved April 25th 2017. I didn't really have pain. I never took any meds for pain. The nurses should never be rude. I'm the type of person that would go over everyone's head until I get what I need. I will jump the chain of command if need be. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

My coworker took his wife to Mexico for liposuction and tummy tuck. She got a bad infection and went to her local hospital and they took great care of her. Don't be afraid​ or ashamed to contact your doctor or go to your local hospital. It's your health that's important. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi All, I've lost 40lbs since surgery 4/25/17.. I weigh myself every Tuesday. The key for me is burning more calories than I eat. I was told that by a successful sleever and I live by it. I don't eat bread, pasta or rice. I hope not to put it back in my diet. I don't crave sweets. But I munch on chips from time to time.. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

I never weigh myself. I have two scales and they both need batteries. I refuse to buy any. I would weigh myself every time I see the scale and drive myself crazy. I'm 9 weeks post. I was 273 surgery date. I'm 234 currently. Goal is 185. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

I wore a loose fitting sundress. But take some gym shoes. They will want you up walking as soon as possible Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

You are right. It's no one's business. I've told those who have asked what I'm doing to lose weight that I cut out rice, bread, pasta, sodas and sweets. I eat 4 small meals a day and protein shakes. lol.. I was sleeved 4/25/17 I've lost 31lbs. I'm​ still waiting to get to the point where I feel that this is the best decision I've made. I'm not there yet. Good luck to everyone. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

I had my surgery 4/25. I wasn't nervous at all. I was ready to get on to the healing process. I didn't have to take any pain meds at all. I couldn't drink the protein shakes. I just drank water for the first three days. I eat a popsicle and some broth on day four. I was dehydrated. My lips and feet were pealing. My eyes were dark and I had no strength. I'm doing much better now. I just burp slot and have a lot of heart burn. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 4 weeks post op. I can barely eat 2oz. I don't miss the breads, pastas, or rice. I don't really have any cravings. But I'm tired of fish. Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm having surgery tomorrow 4/25. I'm not too nervous. But i can't sleep. I got my bag packed. I'm ready for it to be over with.. I will write as soon as I feel up to it..

Casa Grande, Az Sent from my XT1585 using BariatricPal mobile app

Mines is tomorrow. I'm nervous as a hostage... A friend of mine just texted me from recovery. She said she's in pain.. I expect the pain. I'm just ready to get it over with. I'm ready for the healing process.. good luck with your surgery