I have been referred!

Waitng4 · November 25, 2008

I have my first appointment with the surgeon tomorrow after being referred by my primary care physican. I am so scared that he is going to tell me no, that I am not a good candidate. And maybe I'm not...I don't have any serious medical conditions at this point, just a serious family history of diabetes, high blood pressure, & heart disease. I just can't seem stop/control my eating anymore. I was on Weight Watchers a few years ago and lost 120lbs, but have since gained it back. I am turning to the lap band because I cannot forsee struggling like this for the rest of my life. I am mentally exhausted and depressed about getting up every day hungry and trying desperately to eat controlled portions, but failing. My BMI is 40 and I think without any co-morbidities, he is going to reject me...

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Tanafied · November 25, 2008

I guess I'll be the first to reply. I'm not much further along than you, and unlike you...I do have co-morbidities. However, from my readings it looks like a common practice may be co-morbities are only really needed if BMI is under 40...but I might be wrong.

They should also take into consideration that you've had a supervised weightloss in which you stuck it out for more than 6 months, and the weight was gained back. My doctor told me that was a plus in my favor.

Although, I haven't been approved...I have a hard time believing that I won't be. I think you'll be fine as well.

Good luck!

Waitng4 · November 25, 2008

Fingers crossed Good luck with yours Tanafied!

Chris61 · November 25, 2008

I went to the lapband doctor with a BMI of 40 and he felt that I was a good for it. Its the best thing I have done for myself. Here is a question do you have knee problems, back problems, or other things? You might be surprised at what you might have. Plus they will take into consideration the family issues. What does your insurance company require? If you would like e-mail me and I will forward you a letter that my wife and I used to get approved. I was surprised at a few of to the co-items we used.

Chris

Waitng4 · November 26, 2008

No knee problems and nothing I would really consider a back problem... I have started having trouble sleeping through the night, not sure if it's apnea or my husband's restlessness:smile:.