Hi! I know this may sound strange but DID anyone have to gain a few pounds to qualify for the VSG? I've searched all over and can't seem to find my answer! I'm 5' 6" and weigh 216.2 My current BMI: is 34.9 I have been eating like crazy and the 1-2 pounds I need just will not stick. I currently have hypertension and high cholesteral. I have an appointment for Nov 20 so I'm really kinda anxious. Have you or someone you've known been through this? Thanks, Kim

I put 5lb. Ankle weights on a couple visits as I couldn't quite get to 40.0.

I was planning a mexican holiday. But if insurance will pay

Mama Spike...did that really work?

It helped me stay at 40.0 and my insurance just approved. It is unbelievable that you can work so hard to try and lose or gain weight and your body won't let you!

First day of appointments...I'm sooo nervous...my mom asked why u go thru so much for this...if it's something u really want you'll do whatever u have to to succeed...

Somehow I find myself laughing out loud at this thread! Actually, I was riding along in my car today and remembering when my niece said (before WLS) "you'll never get approved!" And I said, "Oh, I could gain a few pounds if necessary!" LOL

Well, by the time I made up my mind to pursue I met the 35 BMI and had several co-morbidities. 3 1/2 years later. 110 pounds lighter, wearing size 4/6 ( I'm 5'8"). And completely happy with my sleeve and the decision. NO meds or co morbidities today!

Good luck to all of you! It's life changing!

Thats why I am going to Mexico. Tired of waiting.

Good For you !!!!

) )

Somehow I find myself laughing out loud at this thread! Actually, I was riding along in my car today and remembering when my niece said (before WLS) "you'll never get approved!" And I said, "Oh, I could gain a few pounds if necessary!" LOL

Well, by the time I made up my mind to pursue I met the 35 BMI and had several co-morbidities. 3 1/2 years later. 110 pounds lighter, wearing size 4/6 ( I'm 5'8"). And completely happy with my sleeve and the decision. NO meds or co morbidities today!

Good luck to all of you! It's life changing!

Terrific !!!

& Thank You )

Edited December 24, 201312 yr by Tropical.Lover

I was asked not to lose any. My pre diet was just writing down what I ate and not lose.

Yes. I am same height and they are having to throw out my weight for 2010 because it was 12# to low and they are going to weigh me January 2nd to get BMI over 40 for 3 consecutive years. We also have to find a medical record that says I weighed 207 in 2011 to get approval. They say I am going to be scheduled for my band in January and have my Liver class on 1-2-2014. Excited, but nervous something will fall through. We all know it is quite a commitment just getting through all the Dr.s appointments, weigh ins, not to mention the wait. I am praying they get the approval they anticipate. Would hate to have to start all over again.

I gained like 15 lbs to qualify