Having some issues

[msalas8620 0]

Not for the faint of heart

Hi I haven't even been to my seminar but I will on the 12 of this month. I currently weight 357 pounds bmi about 57 or more I am currently taking anxiety pills, I had been complaining about my back to my doctor for a couple of months lately I've been getting stuck (my back) and it hurts so bad that it hurts to get out of bed or even shower correctly, not to mention reach my lady parts. As a result I'm getting rashes under my belly where the fat hangs ice attached a picture so u have an idea of how the rash looks I cant even carry my 12 m daughters My question is do I even have a shot of being approved.

[ladypoohbear 123]

Waiting to see if you are approved is the hardest. In my opinion, I think you have a good shot of getting it. I'll send you good vibes. :-)

[UnRuLyJuLiE 7]

Go to the pharmacy and get some miconazole powder for your rash. Over the counter. Don't get the spray because whatever is in the propellant stings especially if it is open.

[Bingcherry 18]

That rash is most likely a fungal rash. Go to the doctor and get a prescription for nystatin powder or cream. Keep it clean and dry.

[finediva 979]

Why are you questioning getting approved? Have you already checked with your insurance company?

[msalas8620 0]

They said im covered but need pre authorization but not sure what that means

[Rebirthnow 17]

They said im covered but need pre authorization but not sure what that means

Your Dr. needs to submit a pre-authorization form to the insurance company. It explains why you need the procedure. The insurance then reviews it and either approves or denies the services.

[msalas8620 0]

At the hospital for back pain

[msalas8620 0]

:-( hurts so bad

[Dhdhshhshd 42]

:-( hurts so bad

How are you feeling?

[HYCIERRA 144]

My surgeon recommends lotrimin for those types of rashes. I get them too.

Edited November 12, 2014 by HYCIERRA

[AuriP 420]

At night could you take some wash cloths, or pillow cases to keep it dry while sleeping. That might help with the rash some as well.

[skinnyland 2]

hi i had chronic back pain and it was why they let me have the surgery in the end. i have two slipped discs and sacroilliat dysfunction, you need to get at MRI done of your back to see whats going on but weight loss will help

[bellabloom 2,469]

What insurance do you have?

[Twirpo75 50]

First off I wish you the best of luck. Realistically, it sounds like you have a good chance of getting it approved with everything that's going on. I truly hope they let you get it.

At my highest I was 352. But I'm also 5'11" so I carry my weight different. I had quite a lot on my belly but I balanced it out with a big butt and linebacker shoulders. I'm not positive, but I think some of my people came from Norway because we are built large and in charge. Anyway, I too had chronic back pain. I also have scoliosis (probably the only reason I didn't get to 6'1") and I deal with that. As I have lost weight my back pain has gotten better, but even 72 lbs down it isn't gone. It's a process. And there have been days when my back felt worse than when I started this all. Please, PLEASE do not go into this thinking it is a miracle cure to back pain. It takes time and it takes a lot of work on our part. And even then it may not go totally away. I would suggest to start working on losing weight now while you’re waiting for your answer. It makes post surgery so much easier. You said you have a 12 month old daughter. Congratulations! Babyies are awesome! Your body right now is carrying the same weight it did while you were pregnant. It's like being 12 months pregnant all the time. That weight pulls on your spine. So I have another suggestion. While I was losing weight I went to Wal-Mart and got a tank top that is like Spanx. Only easier to get on. It's two layers of fabric and it will look small, but trust me, you can get one on. I cut the boob part out of mine because it smashed my girls. They didn't like that. But what it does is hold the weight up, close to you. Not pulling on you. It also keeps you from getting folds in your skin and rashes. I wear mine all day, every day. I cannot put into words the relief it has brought. Not only does it make me look slimmer, it helps my back so, so much. It cost about $20 and it’s by underwear. They have one that is like $15 and just one layer fabric. Don't be fooled. It doesn't do much. I don't like it. I have 3 or 4 of the double layer and LOVE them! Trust me on that. It will help the rash too by keeping it open to dry.

One piece of really good news. I was told that down the road if I have rashes like that it will allow my surgeon to do a Tummy Tuck as part of the surgery cost. I don't know how all of that works, but if it means a free tummy tuck, I'M IN! So your rash issue might be good to have later on down the road. I've never had one, but in about another 80 lbs, I might figure out a way to get one. That sounds horrible! SORRY!