My first appt is Wednesday at 3pm, I'm so nervous that I stressed myself out to where I haven't been able to go to the bathroom in almost 6 days I suffer from chronic constipation so it's normal for me. I'm worried I won't get approved, I'm now 1 pound away from the bmi of 49, my bmi is 39.9.. what should I ask the dr and what should I expect? Anything to calm my nerves a little. Thanks

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Eat a big Breakfast and lunch. Once you've been weighed at that appointment your weight won't be held against you. Ask what surgery he recommends. Does he have any preop requirements beyond your insurance requirements? How far out is he scheduling? It's normal to be nervous, it's a big step.

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If you have not read the Big Book, then do so. It was a big help. I have been planning since April for what I hope to be a January surgery. I'm not scared really. I dread being a b***** for a few months after, but that's all. I am looking forward to getting rid of the weight and improving my health. Set your self some realistic goals on a timeline before and after the surgery so you can Celebrate progress.

Your doctor and insurance will have required testing, so make sure you know what they are. You will get poked and prodded and have to do a little dance for the insurance people. I've had so many tests, but I am glad for it because I know I'm ready.

Ask the doc about recommendations for your chronic constipation, I hear it gets worse after surgery. Also, if you're on any prescription meds, ask about what you can or cannot take after. If I were you, I'd ask them how many of these surgeries they do, are they all laparoscopic? Ask about complications they have encountered either during or shortly after surgery. Ask about access to a dietitian and a support group. Ask them about how they do follow ups. My surgeon has a post op schedule for 5 years out after surgery.

Good luck!!!

Edited November 14, 20169 yr by baribabe72

My appointment is next Tuesday. I feel your pain of. Wing nervous ????. Here's hoping our doctors will be awesome and helpful