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24 Yr Old with 2 Kids and Tired of Being Morbidly Obese. Fairfax, VA
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I have been overweight my whole life and it has always been a struggle to loose weight. I am 5'8 and weigh around 355 lbs. Im also married with two beautiful kids.
When I first started looking into weightloss surgery I was very interested in the sleeve but unfortunately I have horrible acid reflux and would be better suited for the bypass. So I have independence bcbs and am in the 6 month nutritional program, with two more months left to go. It has been going by pretty fast.
I do have a question for you guys has anybody with bcbs been denied surgery for gaining 2 lbs but then loosing them in the nutritional program? Any info is always appreciated :)
When I first started looking into weightloss surgery I was very interested in the sleeve but unfortunately I have horrible acid reflux and would be better suited for the bypass. So I have independence bcbs and am in the 6 month nutritional program, with two more months left to go. It has been going by pretty fast.
I do have a question for you guys has anybody with bcbs been denied surgery for gaining 2 lbs but then loosing them in the nutritional program? Any info is always appreciated :)
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UPDATED FROM raynebow1234
2 months pre
The horrible before pics
So I thought it might be good to put up some before pictures. So hopefully in a few months I will have some much better after pictures lol.
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November 2, 2015
I have to say that for 355 pounds you really carry it well. Best of luck with your surgery and your insurance!
November 3, 2015
Haha yeah my fat is equally distributed through out my body. And Im crossing my fingers and hoping everything goes well. Thanks :)
November 6, 2015
Well so far so good. The only requirements from insurance was 6 month nutritional program and psych eval. Did the psych eval a couple months ago and now I just have 6 weeks left of the program. Right now im trying to loose a few lbs before the next nutrition class :/
November 6, 2015
I'm down the road (kinda) from you. Are you going to any of the support groups? I know the nutritional people at my Dr office have one that meet up once a week. I haven't been to any though. I have really been thinking about going to get tips and tricks before and after. Was just wondering if you have been to any around our area.
November 5, 2015
You do not look horrible at all. I know people who weigh less than you and look a mess. Let that be your motivation. You can do this.
November 5, 2015
Thanks thats so nice to say. Im just trying to stay focused and know there is a light at the end of the tunnel and im just going to keep chugging through lol :)
November 6, 2015
yeah my drs office a few a week as well. I havent been to any yet but I definitely want to go to them. My dr office is 1 hour away from my house and its also in northern va so 1 hr away can easily turn into 3hrs away lol. After the surgery I definitely will start going though.
January 1, 2016
Your very pretty ,your going to look so amazing by summer!
UPDATED FROM raynebow1234
2 months pre
Finally have c-pap mask
So I was diagnosed with sleep apnea back in early August and yesterday I finally got my cpap mask. I thought sleeping with the mask id feel a million times better but this morning I still woke up with a pounding headache and fatigued. Oh well hopefully sleeping with it will continue to help. I also have my weigh in on nov 16th and im struggling to loose a few lbs before then. Just need to keep pushing through :)
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November 8, 2015
The pre-op diet isn't easy, but it really prepares you for life after surgery. Not that I know yet. But I feel more prepared
November 8, 2015
Yeah im trying really hard to incorporate everything im learning in my nutritional classes into my everyday life. The biggest challenge for me will be the 2 wk liquid diet before surgery.
November 9, 2015
I don't even know how I'll stand the liquid after post op. I can't believe you have to do that for two weeks!! I'll pray for you. I will say I just tried the Unjury Strawberry Sorbet protein powder, just mixed with water and it's really good!
November 9, 2015
From everything that ive heard after surgery most of the time you dont feel like eating, so I hope thats what happens with me ( cross my fingers). In my drs office everyone has to do the 2 week pre op liquid diet before surgery. The only thing that will get me through that is prayer and motivation lol. Where do they sell the unjury protein powders? ive been hearing about them but I havent been able to find them.
November 11, 2015
I, too, had planned on the gastric sleeve, but because of a large hernia and severe reflux, I found out--a week before surgery--that gastric bypass was the better option. I was also diagnosed with sleep apnea, and it has made a WORLD of difference in how I feel when I wake up. I had to get a different type of mask in the beginning that was more comfortable because the first one didn't work for me. I also had BCBS, but mine didn't require a pre-op diet, and I agree with others--all insurances are different.
I am now 6 weeks post-op and I feel TOTALLY different.....best decision I ever made. Stick with the plan. You're having this surgery because you have trouble losing weight. And, weight fluctuates on a daily basis. Hopefully, your insurance company will recognize these 2 facts and pass you with flying colors. Good luck!
I am now 6 weeks post-op and I feel TOTALLY different.....best decision I ever made. Stick with the plan. You're having this surgery because you have trouble losing weight. And, weight fluctuates on a daily basis. Hopefully, your insurance company will recognize these 2 facts and pass you with flying colors. Good luck!
November 11, 2015
Im starting to feel better with the cpap machine. If anything it lowered my bp. Im glad you feel good after surgery and congrats on getting it done. I do have one question is it hard for you to take pills? Because I know we have to take vitamins for the rest of our lives and our opening is going to be much smaller. Thanks
November 12, 2015
The only med I was on before surgery was synthroid. It is very small and my endocrinologist said I could chew it. Sometimes I chew it, sometimes I swallow it whole. For my vitamins, I take a chewable bariatric multivitamin, as well as the Bariatric Advantage Calcium Citrate Chewables. Those are the only 3 things I take daily. I have ordered chewable biotin, but don't take it yet. For years I have taken biotin for my hair because I was diagnosed with female pattern baldness 5 years ago. I haven't yet started with the hair loss, but I know it starts at about the 2-3 month mark. If it gets really bad, I'll buy a wig.....
November 12, 2015
Im sorry to hear about the hair loss. I have always had really thin hair and after having hypothyroidism Ive lost even more. The wigs they have now can look almost so natural though. And you dont have to worry about doing your hair ( big plus ). Thanks for all the info about the vitamins.
November 14, 2015
what type of per-op diet are you following? and hows your activity level?
November 16, 2015
My pre op diet is just more fruits and veggies and a lot less processed foods, also protein. I exercise about 30 min 3-4 days a week
November 15, 2015
They sell them at my Drs office, but you can also order them online. Kinda spendy, but so worth it. When is your surgery? Mine is on Wednesday, so scared, anxious, I've been so nauseous for days.
November 16, 2015
If insurance does approve me it will most likely be in January. I cant wait for a surgery date! Three more days for your surgery, almost across the finish line! Im sending happy thoughts and warm wishes.
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Hey girl. 30 yr Old here, married no kids. 5'6 340lbs. I also have bcbs they approved me in less than a week. I gained and fluctuated up and down during my 6 month program lol but my mu last month I was 11 lbs less that my highest and they approved me! My surgey is march 30th. Feel free to pm me if you'd like to keep on touch.