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20 Y/o and Feeling More Depressed Than Ever. Rome, GA

Name: 20 Y/o and Feeling More Depressed Than Ever. Rome, GA
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Author: malayca

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HI everyone, 2016 i swore to myself i start...

malaycaApril 9, 2016

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HI everyone, 2016 i swore to myself i start changing my ways. So far ive gotten more depressed as ever and decided i needed to do something about my weight, its the reason for my depression. In febuary i started my GASTRIC SLEEVE journey. I'm 5'7 and almost 300 pounds. I have tricare standard south, and was required 2 months of pmc visits, which i completed. Dietition classes, complete. Seminar, complete. Surgeon consultation, complete. Psychiatrist evaluation, complete. And all i have to do is have a one on one dietitian consultation and ill be ready to send all my paper work to insurance for approval!

Before i post anything, if anyone has been diagnosed with any metal disorder before surgery, tell me our experience! did you have to wait? My psychiatrist said it wouldn't affect me getting the surgery, but.. she wasn't sure if my surgeon would want me to get medication before or after surgery..

Replies (5)

sleevedlife

April 10, 2016

Hi I'm not sure what mental disorder you have but you should consult with your surgeon. He'll let you know what medications you can take. Also to get free advice you can call your insurance and they should have a nurse you can speak with. Most insurance do. Best of look to you girlie!! ;)

crazydoglovinlady

April 11, 2016

I have previously had depression & currently battle anxiety. I was worried about me passing because of those diagnoses but I didn't have any problems.
They mainly wanted to make sure that you are not having problems then turn to food to comfort yourself. I have done that but have been working on it. This is considered an eating disorder, I never thought of it like that but totally understand.
Good luck to you.

Sheila S

April 11, 2016

Welcome, and thanks for sharing your story with us. I hope you'll get all the support you need from the community. Have you discovered the Sleeve Gastrectomy forum yet? Here's a good post to get you started. Good luck, and please keep us updated.

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Jeupton93

October 22, 2016

Don't beat yourself up....some people have fat genes....some have ugly genes. Looks like you avoided the ugly ones. Do this for yourself. Most surgeons allow patients to continue medication regime. Double check......best of luck to you.

isa101angel

October 25, 2016

My family has a record for depression and I have been put on depression pills before and I have been told that I have eating disorder (Binge eating). I will, however, be getting my surgery this november in Peru, but South American countries are way behind in all this therapy type of stuff.

UPDATED FROM malayca

A new concern!! :( INSURANCE COPAY?? TRICARE STANDARD SOUTH!?

malaycaApril 13, 2016

Hey everyone. im at my last process, i have to go see a dietician tomorrow and that will be my next step into getting my surgery! BUT!!!!! I was reading over some of my paper work and i forgot to read the part that says "OUT OF POCKET COSTS!!!!" UGH! So i have tricare standard south, and i know that there is ALWAYS a 20% co pay.. VSG is around 19k.. and 20% of that is around 3k and its due day of two week pre op visit!!! If i seriously have to pay that much i may as well went to MEXICO!

IF ANYONE has had a copay for there surgery talk to me! i need advice!

Replies (6)

Dagyanna

April 13, 2016

Hi, you will have to pay the max out of pocket limit for your insurance.my surgery cost 3900 and change. Call your provider and they might be able to tell you more about your costs

crazydoglovinlady

April 13, 2016

I have a $3000 Copay as well. At first I thought the same thing...'that's what some are paying to go to mexico'. I also thought 'that is my vacation money'! But I thought about all the pro for ME to stay close to home & have my surgery. The follow up care is my number one concern. It helps me with the what if's. I also don't have to worry about plane tickets, etc. My thoughts are when I go to Mexico I want to enjoy what I can & go see & do things not lay up for surgery. Also, if you have any post op problems once you return will your insurance cover your care? Or will you have to return to Mexico?
Now, on the flip side there are tons of people who have been successful with the surgery & postoperatively. You will need to pray on it & then do what's best for YOU.

crazydoglovinlady

April 13, 2016

Oh I forgot to say that your hospital may allow you to make a couple of payments at no interest.

malayca

April 13, 2016

YOU ARE SOOOO RIGHT!! I didnt even think of it that way! thank you

wheatythewheatwhar

August 12, 2016

So how much was your total out of pocket cost?

Gabby0929

October 23, 2016

My doctors office had payment arrangements. You could pay your part over 12 or 24 months.

UPDATED FROM malayca

I got my vsg surgery!

malaycaOctober 19, 2016

So I got my surgery on October 12, 2016! So excited, I've already lost 20 five pounds from the beginning of the pre op diet. Crazy!! Everything has been so smooth, not much gas pain, just a lot of passing gas and burping. Nausea here and there, but medication helps. Food is getting easier to go down and I couldn't be happier! NO REGRETS!

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jayonline

October 19, 2016

Congratulations!!! It gets better and easier to deal with. Good for you!

Gabby0929

October 23, 2016

Congrats and Good Luck to both of you. I had mine in June and have lost over 60lbs. It's a lot of work but, well worth it. Get in gym when your cleared to do so as it really helps.

maperez90

October 21, 2016

That's awesome! Congrats! I'm having my surgery done tomorrow 10/21 and I'm pretty nervous but praying for the best!

malayca

October 21, 2016

Thank you! And good luck

hunnybee

October 21, 2016

Congrats on getting off to a great start! Praying you continue to do well and enjoy your improved health :)

Jeupton93

October 22, 2016

Wow...you did it! Good for you. Get ready for a new healthy life. More energy. You'l be beach ready come summer.