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5'8", 160lbs. LOTS of Skin and Fat Rolls After 130 Lb Weight Loss!!!

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I haven't even gone for a consultation yet. I was...

HappilyMarried_w_2January 27, 2015
I haven't even gone for a consultation yet. I was going to do so with one doctor because it was free if mentioned realself. Then I started asking on Facebook about him and got some VERY frightening answers. I cancelled my consultation. Now I am waiting for my physical with my GP to see if I have enough documentation regarding sores and rashes to at least have insurance pay for a panniculectomy. I am so uncomfortable. My stomach and back are difficult to "put away" and I have difficulty exercising the way I'd like because things get in the way. Not to mention the sores and odors. Feeling frustrated and know that it's not really in the budget. But I am tired of feeling mentally and physically exhausted by all this extra stuff. It's not just vanity, it's physically uncomfortable. Argh! What to do now?????

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Hanahou
January 29, 2015
Which one frightened you?
HappilyMarried_w_2
January 29, 2015
Someone local. I even know that one of his nurses as well as his receptionist cannot stand the man. Not a good sign. However, there IS someone local (a female) who comes extremely highly recommended and I haven't heard anything but good things about her!
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onedimsim
January 29, 2015
go with someone who specializes in MWL patients and make sure you see pics! Best Advice....
HappilyMarried_w_2
January 29, 2015
Thanks onedimsim! I now know a few people personally who have had work done by her and their results are fabulous. I look forward to seeing pictures and actually talking with her in person. May be a long wait however because she is booked months in advance (like 8 or 9) just for a consult. We shall see!
bluiz2477
January 30, 2015
First off congratulations on the weight loss that is amazing!!!! I had weight loss surgery 2 years ago and just had my plastics 3 weeks ago. Yes I'm still in pain and can not walking upright but it was the icing on the cake! We try so hard to get the weight off and feel better about ourselves but the extra skin kind of hinders that. Good luck!!!
HappilyMarried_w_2
February 1, 2015
Thank you, thank you! Congrats to you, too. Keep us posted on your recovery. I look forward to reading about it/seeing it!!!
momofthreepixies
January 31, 2015
Your doctor will need to have photographic evidence for the insurance companies that your panus is causing rashes and sores.
HappilyMarried_w_2
January 31, 2015
I already have some pictures of my own, but I already have documentation for the rashes since 2013. I also have prescriptions to use on the rashes. So luckily, I do have some back up documentation. I do know at that with my insurance all I need is documentation via the doctor, but I have my own pics just in case.
SHEEBS
February 1, 2015
Try this doctor ~ He is near you ~ Paul W. Loewenstein, MD ~ www.drloewenstein.com There is another one who is in your town Dr. Rucker who has not had very good reviews ~ Search carefully ~ I hope you will find someone to help you ~ It is worth every penny ~ Good luck and keep us posted ~
HappilyMarried_w_2
February 1, 2015
Thanks, SHEEBS. I sent you a private message. ;)
HappilyMarried_w_2
February 1, 2015
Actually, Dr. Loewenstein is quite a way from me, I am closer to Minneapolis, which gives me quite a selection! ☺
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