Hello everyone!

My name is Dana, I am 20 years old and I am getting the sleeve done hopefully late May/early June. Last year, I was supposed to have the sleeve surgery in August. However, suddenly my approved insurance coverage was then unapproved. It was devastating. But, I tried my best to eat healthy and begin healthier habits, anyway. Then, earlier this year my mother found out that our insurance is covering the surgery and I jumped back into it. In fact, she's getting the Bypass done next month!

Anyway, I have yet to schedule my surgery date, but everything I need is done, now just waiting for my appointment next week Tuesday to set a date! Eeek!

Right now, I think I'm:

- 255 lbs

- 5'6" tall

- BMI: (guesstimate) 42.2

I researched everything possible about this process the first time around, and I've got to say I'm more sure than I've ever been about anything. I'm not nervous at all, but I'm anxious to embark on a new life. One of the big reasons I need this surgery is because I have a bulging disc that gives me great pain. Unfortunately, back surgery isn't an option for me, but my doctors have told me that the only thing I can do now is lose weight. The problem is I'm in too much pain to be able to really workout, thus no weight loss.

This surgery is the leap that will help me not only become healthy and able, but change my pain forever.

I'll try to keep anyone interested up to date. I'm super excited and can't wait to be one of the beautiful people who post their success and before/after pics.

God bless ️

-Dana

@@danaadoo - welcome young lady!

I wish you the best of luck with the surgery date. Start working that pre-op diet now just in case they can get you in earlier. Make sure your possible weight loss doing the pre-op won't affect your coverage.

This will be the best thing ever for you. I was in so much pain from so many health issues and my pain level is almost gone. Just had my blood work done and everything is going down. I can tell you how happy that makes me. Maybe in 6 months (next blood work) I can come off some of my meds, I already have been reduced on one. Good Luck!! We're here for you. And Good Luck to your mother.

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Hello everyone!

My name is Dana, I am 20 years old and I am getting the sleeve done hopefully late May/early June. Last year, I was supposed to have the sleeve surgery in August. However, suddenly my approved insurance coverage was then unapproved. It was devastating. But, I tried my best to eat healthy and begin healthier habits, anyway. Then, earlier this year my mother found out that our insurance is covering the surgery and I jumped back into it. In fact, she's getting the Bypass done next month!

Anyway, I have yet to schedule my surgery date, but everything I need is done, now just waiting for my appointment next week Tuesday to set a date! Eeek!

Right now, I think I'm:

- 255 lbs

- 5'6" tall

- BMI: (guesstimate) 42.2

I researched everything possible about this process the first time around, and I've got to say I'm more sure than I've ever been about anything. I'm not nervous at all, but I'm anxious to embark on a new life. One of the big reasons I need this surgery is because I have a bulging disc that gives me great pain. Unfortunately, back surgery isn't an option for me, but my doctors have told me that the only thing I can do now is lose weight. The problem is I'm in too much pain to be able to really workout, thus no weight loss.

This surgery is the leap that will help me not only become healthy and able, but change my pain forever.

I'll try to keep anyone interested up to date. I'm super excited and can't wait to be one of the beautiful people who post their success and before/after pics.

God bless ️

-Dana

Hello, my reasons are the same as yours. I had a car accident in February and was told that I have three herniated disc. Docs told me with my current weight it was going to be a longer time healing. My syrgery should be july or August.

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Thanks for the replies & kind words! I pray you all have much success too

Edited April 19, 201610 yr by danaadoo