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Will Have Bypass Surgery Soon. Long Beach, CA
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So far i have done the ultrasound, seen a...
So far i have done the ultrasound, seen a psychologist, and i have an appoinment in 4 days for the endoscopy and the following week chest xray and cardiologist. I currently weigh 267 -2016, my highest 290- 2014my lowest 135 in 1994..i need all the help and encouragement. I am however excited to get this done ASAP, i have worked for Lindora lost 45pihnds, i have done Weight Watchers, i have done Herbalife. I do the hikes and exercise just not enough cardio.
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February 29, 2016
I had Gastric Bypass in April 2002. It is the best thing I have ever done for ME. The first 2 to 3 months can be hard but after that it is a breeze. Just think how excited you will be when we get on the scales daily or once a week and see the number keep dropping. And all the new clothes you will need to buy. It took me years before I could throw away my fat clothes but they are all gone now. Just use the new tool as it is intended. Good luck to you and send us your updates. Are you paying for this or is your insurance? $45,000 seems really high to me.
February 29, 2016
The insurance not me..at least that is what the dr said.."expensive procedure" maybe i should ask for the exact amount.
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endoscopy
Fearing i would not wake up..when this camera tube ..took place..they gave me the Michael Jackson as they call it.
And all i remember was closing me eyes..and i woke up in a whole other unit for observation unit ..1 hr later and i went home 30 min after that..i was fine to eat, and drive. I was given ohotos of my stomach.. (not sure what any photo means),but ill save it. To the fat i wont be going back to.
And all i remember was closing me eyes..and i woke up in a whole other unit for observation unit ..1 hr later and i went home 30 min after that..i was fine to eat, and drive. I was given ohotos of my stomach.. (not sure what any photo means),but ill save it. To the fat i wont be going back to.
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2 surgeries
Today i was tokd i will be getting a surgery for a removal of my gallbladder ..heal than 4 weeks later the bigger surgery... i will start preparing my liquids now to get my body used to the new life style..,if anyone has ideas or helpful hints about excess skin and having the insurance pay for it. That would be helpful. I do see the photos of others,but their weight was 300 and up,where as mine it's 263,. I know i will have excess skin.. bit for others did it some how go back, or was it so much..
Also more tips on after the procedure, what can i really expect as far as once the sedation wears out?, Pain wise..
Also more tips on after the procedure, what can i really expect as far as once the sedation wears out?, Pain wise..
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February 27, 2016
I stayed on the pain mess in the hospital and all I wanted to do was sleep! Every time I pressed the button, I went to sleep, lol. The hardest part was the gas! Don't get me wrong, I was sore too. It was tough to roll over in bed and get up and down from sitting for about a week but I didn't take any pain Meds at all. I tried children's Tylenol once and it was terrible! It made my pouch burn. I think I could feel right where the staples are. Needless to say I just toughed it out. I was uncomfortable for a week. The gas pain lasted about a week too. I was walking all the time with my arms straight up in the air. That's what my nurse told me to do :) the gas pain was the worst in my shoulders. My doctors office said that gas-x isn't necessary... I disagree. I did the strips that dissolve on your tongue. That helped a lot.
Good luck in your journey!
Good luck in your journey!
February 29, 2016
I had my gall bladder removed during my Gastric Bypass but then again I had an open surgery with a scare from my breast bone to my pubic bone (after Tummy Tuck) I paid for my tummy tuck because I wanted it so badly ($5,000) but I bet if I would have waited I could have got my insurance to pay for it as I had this huge apron of skin and I had terrible rashes under it that burned and itched all the time. The skin was bright red. It was awful. I did get insurance to pay for my breast reduction because I went from a DD to a B cup. I had to do that for insurance to pay and I had no regrets. But now I am thinking about getting a small C cup. I really do wish you the best of luck. Keep us all informed.
February 29, 2016
Awwe thank you.i do plan on having the insurance pay for that extra skin. ,im excited.just waiting on the surgery date for the gallbladder removal.
March 7, 2016
if your excess skin causes you pain from rashes, blisters, infections or just chafing you'll have a good chance of getting insurance to cover the removal surgeries, my surgeon told me to document everything and when possible to take pictures and consult my GP so that there is a paper trail so to speak and I will have documentation for the insurance company.
When you go in pack an overnight bag, take slippers and a robe so you can go walking. I would recommend braiding your hair so its easy to brush and wash after surgery, and bring shampoo from home if you're going to shower before your discharged home since hospital shampoo is really hard on your hair. Also cook a few days of meals ahead of time so you have something ready once your ready to move off the clear diet.
After the surgery to pain wasn't so bad for me. it was akin to the pain day after having my daughter, your stomach WILL hurt but it should be agonizing, take the Norco's that they give you and you'll be just fine and after a few days start experimenting with your limitations and lowering the dose of pain meds.
When you go in pack an overnight bag, take slippers and a robe so you can go walking. I would recommend braiding your hair so its easy to brush and wash after surgery, and bring shampoo from home if you're going to shower before your discharged home since hospital shampoo is really hard on your hair. Also cook a few days of meals ahead of time so you have something ready once your ready to move off the clear diet.
After the surgery to pain wasn't so bad for me. it was akin to the pain day after having my daughter, your stomach WILL hurt but it should be agonizing, take the Norco's that they give you and you'll be just fine and after a few days start experimenting with your limitations and lowering the dose of pain meds.
Hi there, and welcome to the community! Thank you for sharing your story with us. What's the next step for you after your chest x-ray and cardiologist? Will you get a surgery date? I hope you'll keep us updated so we can follow your progress. Good luck :)