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So I start my 10 day pre -op liquid diet on Sunday and I’m freaking out!! I’m hard on myself and scared I’m going to cheat. I tell myself it’s not a option! I have 3 doctors appointments next week and then on the 5th is my big day! I get my gastric bypass!! At my anniversary dinner tonite with my husband I sat there and the fear hit me. This is happening emotions are running wild, I keep asking myself am I making the right choice? I love food and it’s my comfort. I have to remind myself I’ve been so unhappy with myself for many years that it will be the best decision I’ve given myself. My one else in the last stretch and feeling this way?
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My surgeon said plain Greek yogurt or vanilla only.
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That’s a bummer there are so many good choices out there.
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I am starting my pre op liquid diet on Sunday and am going to be purchasing Protein Powder I LOVE LOVE LOVE, UMP chocolate Protein powder by Beverly international. I used to get it at a gym I went to but I’m no longer a member so I have to order online. It’s delicious I was wondering what you all like? I sound like a spokesperson for UMP but dang it’s so good.
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Just a small update, so tomorrow is my appointment for the procedure but last Night (graphic material if grossed out sorry) I had brown discharge with some mild cramping and the discharge filled into today then late afternoon I felt a gush so I ran to the washroom and my underwear were full of bright red blood... I wiped and had small clots. I then again took another test which was still very positive. So I called the office I’m having the procedure done at and they said that I might just be bleeding they couldn’t say if I was having a miscarriage. So I will go in tomorrow to see what the doctor says. Ughh I was to early to even see anything two weeks ago I’m afraid it will still be too soon to tell if there is a heartbeat. And if I will be rescheduled again. I’m kinda hoping this is passing naturally so I don’t have to go thru the whole process. I’ve been extremely stressed so I’m thinking I might have just worked myself over. I’ve had two pregnancies and neither of them have I blead like this. Any thoughts?
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Alright, then you have a plan. I do think you're more concerned about the HCG than you have to be. Just get a note from the abortion place that you had an abortion and the date, that should take care of it for the surgery.
It will all work out, I'm sure!
Yes I’m freaking out over the hcg levels. I went on October 28th to have the abortion originally and they did the ultrasound and was to early to see anything even on the vaginal ultrasound but my test can back positive so they moved it to Nov. 11th. I told the office manager I’m scheduled for gastric bypass surgery dec. 5th and she said I should be fine but I am going to ask for proof of procedure to show my PCP. Thank you all again for being so kind I really had no one to talk to about this besides my husband even tho he is supportive it’s not the same support you can get from your women peers whom may have had same experiences.
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I'm hearing a lot of uncertainty. I think you should talk to someone (preferably a doctor) to find out just how risky this pregnancy would actually be. You should absolutely do what is right for you, but I hate for you to make this big of a decision based on an insurance deductible. Money comes and goes, but regret might be there forever.
You may also be feeling some pressure because of your hubby getting a vasectomy. You are closing the door to the possibility of a post-op pregnancy as well. (There are less permanent forms of birth control if you decide to go ahead with the surgery now, and leave the possibility of another pregnancy open for a later date after you've lost weight).
Don't worry about depriving your kids of a sibling. Kids don't like to share, anyway. This is about you and your vision of the future.
I know I have my mind set, I’m just venting I had to say these things to get them off my chest... I did not see another baby in our future, I envision for my self getting healthy again for myself and my family and getting back to work and taking care of myself properly. Thank you for taking the time to respond I appreciate it.
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Thank you to everyone for your kind words. This has been a very hard decision and strange time for me. It’s my natural instinct to want to embrace this pregnancy but can’t because I know what I have to do. I think about it all day, when I look at my children I think am I robbing them of another sibling?? Is this the girl I have ever so wanted?? Am I going to hate myself years down the road?? Am I going to resent my husband for agreeing with me for making this decision??? Ugh so many things but In the end I know what I must do. I’m debating on pushing my pre op as far as I can go with hopes of my levels being gone, but that is taking a risky chance. I’m afraid of not having my surgery before the new year for the cost of my surgery and having to wait a whole year so my cost is low again due to my deductible being already met now. And not having this baby. So I’m looking at it in a loose loose situation no surgery no baby, and dealing with the weight for another year. Just very upset with myself and how I got in the whole situation.
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Hi, I’m scared as hell to share this but here I go. I’m very sensitive so please no nasty comments... I am scheduled for gastric bypass dec. 5th, my husband and I have two children already, I found out I was pregnant and am having a abortion. Nov. 11th. I’m afraid my hcg levels will not be 0 when I go in for surgery. And then not have the surgery. I’m afraid to tell my doctor but I think it is a must when I go in for my pre op with my PCP. Just in case when they do test my levels are still present. I’m very early 5weeks at most. I have not been on BC because of bloodclots with surgery so I have been watching my cycles and the last month I must have ovulated very late. Like 5 days before my missed period. This is not a easy choice but with my weight and to carry another baby would be dangerous and high risk. My husband is having a vasectomy soon. Has this happened to anyone?
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I just had the surgery yesterday.... and now that it has happened I realized my fear was not being able to do what got me here in the first place..... eating whatever I want.....
Everything went excellent and now a new stage in my life begins.....
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Congratulations!! How exciting! I’m scheduled for my bypass December 5th, and I’ve been questioning my choice as well. I fear that I will still “feel” like I’m hungry and over eat. I like the fact that the sleeve removes that hormone. But I have GERD so I don’t want to do the sleeve for the fear of it becoming worse. I’m trying to keep my self busy so I don’t eat bc I’m bored or lonely but also trying to get my head on straight for this life long change I’m about to take on... I know I use food for a coping mechanism I have to find another way. I’ve dealt with addiction from drugs (please no nasty comments), and now I’ve switched over to food so now that I’m going to be taking that away I’m scared. I’m trying to focus on this is going to make me more healthy and confident to do the healthy activities I want to do but am held back by because of my weight... I’m sorry I just unleashed but it felt good saying this.
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I’m very excited that I scheduled my Gastric Bypass surgery for Dec. 5th. I’m nervous and excited all in one. I believe I have an amazing Dr. and support system. I’m thankful! Any other people scheduled for December?
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Quick update - my patient advocate is already putting my info in for insurance approval! Still have some pre-op appts to complete in September, but it would be great to get approved already. It's been just under a month since I first went to their free seminar to them putting in for my insurance approval. Seems like it's going really fast!
I'm freaking excited I got my insurance approval today! I didn't even realize my Doc office sent my info yet! I'm so glad I have that part over so I don't stress over getting denied.
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Most insurances don't require co-morbidities if your BMI is 40 or over. If your reflux has been diagnosed as GERD, I believe that is a co-morbidity, as is hypertension and sleep apnea and a few others. I do not think a hiatal hernia is a co-morbidity.
Best of luck!
I have BCBS IL ppo I do not require a co morbidity, just worried bc I'm pretty much healthy besides my weight.
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So today I completed my upper GI, they found a small hiatal hernia and could see I have acid reflux. Will those count towards comorbilities? My BMI is 48 and I am for the most part healthy. I'm hoping for insurance purposes it will be a plus.
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Hi Everyone. I'm new here, been stalking for a few weeks now. I really appreciate the support and advice everyone provides here, it has helped me navigate the beginning of my journey. [emoji4]
I had my first consult today. My surgeon agreed with me that my choice of Gastric Bypass was the best choice for me, due to my life long issues with acid reflux. I was very nervous going into the appointment, but found the doctor to be really informative, kind, and I appreciated he took his time when meeting with me. However, two parts of the meeting really surprised me.
First, my surgeon, and the practice for that matter, does not require a 2 week pre-op liquid diet. He stated I was the third patient to ask about it in the last week and he was unsure why. He stated he only does that with patients over 500lbs and would rather have his patients not risk malnutrition prior to surgery vs. minimally reducing the size of their liver (his words not mine). I was really surprised by this, as every single surgery story I've read required this pre-op liquid diet. As a personal choice I think I may start switching to Protein Shakes and liquids a few days prior to surgery to help myself mentally prepare for the change. The doctor said this was fine.
Second, I was shocked to find out my insurance does not have a 6 month wait/monitored diet requirement. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield NJ Direct. I have to have 1 meeting with a nutritionist, 1 psych eval, a letter from my primary care doctor, and the usual preoperative tests. The care manager had me pick a tentative surgery date today. At first she suggested 11/3/17 and due to the appointments needed and personal commitments I chose 12/1/17. This really threw me for a loop, I was not expecting to choose a surgery date at my first appointment. Don't get me wrong, I am very thankful my insurance is this good that I do not need to wait, I just expected more on my part and was prepared to have to do more/wait. It was a surprised nervous feeling, never expected things to move so quickly.
I was wondering if anyone else ran into these topics, especially the lack of need for the pre-op liquid diet?
Hi! And welcome! I'm pre op too! This journey has been so exciting! I have Bcbs of Illinois and my requirements are the same as yours. I am pretty much finished with all my appointments besides the pre op visit they do right before surgery and my Dr. requires two pre op classes at his office before we can schedule surgery. Those I'm doing this and next week! [emoji2] I'm planning on having surgery end of November or beginning of December. I'm pleased with my insurance and hoping everything will run smoothly for approval since I have no other health issues besides a BMI of 48! Hopefully that will be sufficient enough. Good luck in your journey!
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Wow you look amazing! I'm pre op and worried about loose skin, you don't even look like you need the plastics!! I hope I look as great as you!!
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Hi everyone! I'm going thru the process to get GBS so I'm wondering I've been following a lady who has had gastric bypass and after she was released to eat regular foods she is eating a Keto diet which is high in fat high in Protein low in cards... which I think is another term for Atkins diet?? But won't all the high fats upset your pouch and put you through dumping? Any thoughts?
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I have my Bariatric Screening and first meeting with the nutrionalist tomorrow. They are two separate appointments. I was wondering what would happen at each?
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I felt great after the surgery. I was on pain killers for about 8 hours and then didn't need them. It's hard to explain what my stomach feels like. Generally you can't feel it but when I go to drink or eat you feel full after just a few mouthfuls. 6 days out from surgery and I'm convinced this is the best decision I've ever made
I'm imagining like a burning sensation or something? But that is exciting to know you feel good!
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I had my surgery earlier this week. I have a lot of weight to lose. So I'm setting lots of smaller goals so I don't get discouraged about how much I have to lose. My first goal is to be able to shop in 'regular' clothes stores.
How are you feeling? I'm curious what your stomach feels like after surgery??
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Quick update - my patient advocate is already putting my info in for insurance approval! Still have some pre-op appts to complete in September, but it would be great to get approved already. It's been just under a month since I first went to their free seminar to them putting in for my insurance approval. Seems like it's going really fast!
That's so exciting! I bet I could have it done the end of October but for scheduling with my kids and when my husband can be home to help it will have to be November or December... but still enough time for a great summer bod [emoji12]
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Looking forward to (hopefully) not having to shoot up insulin every time I want to eat something.
I'm also looking forward to being able to fit nicely into any cute clothes I find (H&M here I come!). My wallet... not so much
But mostly looking forward to having the energy to do all the things I want to do in a full day without feeling exhausted come 2pm.
Oh yes energy is a big plus!!! I feel like a need a nap in the afternoon... this one might be a little x rated so hopefully it doesn't offend anyone but trying some new sex positions... my husband and I have a great sex life now but I think it will get better with me being more confident
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The struggle is...REAL
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I start mine on Sunday and am a ball of emotions. I keep asking myself am I making the right decision? I feel like I should be so happy and excited and willing to jump through all the hoops but I’m doubting myself... ughh