I also was approved in about a weeks time. However because of all the pre requisites by my Dr surgery was not sechuled until q5 months after I began the process
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I also was approved in about a weeks time. However because of all the pre requisites by my Dr surgery was not sechuled until q5 months after I began the process
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about the open surgery
Was your surgery done with the open incission? If so how long were you in the hospital and how was it immediately after the surgery. Can I have some more info on your experience with an open surgery...
That is very true. That,s why I have mixed emotions about the outcome. Some surgeons may have tried with an open operation and still would not have been successful because of the scar tissue on my...
My surgeon tried accessing from various part of my body. Without success . The surgeon and his partner are highly esteem for their bariatric program and have thought others how to perform these...
Yesterday I was scheduled to be sleeved. However will attempting to access my stomach the surgeon could not do so because of the large amount of scar tissue in my body from previous surgey. So he...
I am a very private person also. The only person in my life to know is my wife. The children who are grown don't know. I plan on telling people that I am on a medically supervised weight loss program...
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Be sure to write down and ask any questions you may have. Also attend a few group meetings which was a requirement by my Dr and also very helpful. As you go thru the process you will learn more about...
I am scheduled for sleeve surgery on Oct 2. And when I think about all I had Togo through to get to this point, as well as the possible risk involved with the surgery, it's hard for me to imagine why...
Happy that u are feeling better. Best Wishs and much success with your sleeve
Started May 11 surgery date Oct 2. My doc requires numerous test and found out I have sleep apnea resulting in two add,l sleep studies. Depends on insurance requirements as well as the test your Dr...
My surgeon told me to take calcium citrate 500 mg 3 times pr day
I would Waite on the surgery because your energy level will be low. Also with all the dancing sing you will need your energy
Maybe you had more to lose than you anticipated before being able to wear the jeans. Relax an try them in another week or two.
BTW
Love London looking forward to a return in July after my sleeve tiger tree
I understand because I am scheduled Oct 2 for my surgery. I am excited and nervous also. But when I look at the potential health improvements it is well worth and out weigh any risk. I am 61 have...
Hi ccdalady
I started my journey on May 11 2013, and my surgeon required a letter from my PCP indicating he supports my decision to pursue bariatric surgery. He wanted this information to basically...
I went to a seminar which was required on May 11, and have completed all testing with consulting Dr. I have one pre- op appt in mid Sept and a follow-up with the sleep apnea Dr in one month(...
I went to a seminar which was required on May 11, and have completed all testing with consulting Dr. I have one pre- op appt in mid Sept and a follow-up with the sleep apnea Dr in one month(...
Congratulations
Experiences like yours are an encouragement to those who have yet to have the surgery.
I am winding down the process and looking at a surgery date in Nov. keep us posted on your...
Hay I understand you feelings completely. I have the same issues.
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Maybe the time required for the liquid diet is determined based on the review of the ultra sound of the abdomen that all sleepers must have. I believe the test also gives the size of the liver and...
I am in GA and had blood test cardiac test, pulmonary, EGD, Ct of pelvis and abdomen , ultra sound of gallbladder,EKG, Echo of Heart, stress test, letter from PCP, sleep study, meeting with...
Hi Shelly I am just getting started and over age 60 and look forward to fulfilling dreams 1,2,and 4 as well as getting on a plane without a seat belt extender, or the other passages worrying if I...