My insurance is BCBS of Alabama and I was approved the same day my papers were faxed. My BMI was 38 with high blood pressure & mild sleep apnea.
I know each policy is different as far as...

As others have said...walk, walk, walk! It is very helpful with the gas, but also helps to prevent blood clots. Hope you are feeling better soon and loving your sleeve!

I've tried several brands of greek yogurt since surgery and for me, FAGE 2% is the best! I have only tried the ones with fruit and I do stir before eating. My favorites are cherry, strawberry, and...

Welcome and congrats on your surgery! You're going to be so happy with your sleeve...it's the best!!

I've gone from a 42DDD before surgery to a 36D at 6 mo post-op. I would love to have a lift at some point, but I'm ok with the girls for now.

No NSAID's...Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, etc. Before surgery I took Excedrin for a bad headache (tylenol, aspirin, caffeine). The other day at Target I found a tension headache relief (tylenol &...

I had surgery in April 2012, but I stopped drinking carbonated beverages about 6 months before surgery. After the initial withdrawal, it really hasn't bothered me.

I think bariatric surgery is a very personal thing, and up to each individual whether to share it or not, with who, and how much detail. Before surgery, I only told my immediate family and two very...

Hello from North Alabama! Maybe it's just part of the healing process for you...any problems I had at first, resloved with time...hoping the same for you! :)

Thirst sometimes feels like hunger...maybe you need to add more fluids. This happens to me sometimes & drinking something usually helps.

According to my research, Dr. Alvarez is an excellent surgeon. I don't think you will be disapointed in his care. If my insurance hadn't covered my surgery, I would have gone to him myself. :)

As of this morning...I've lost 70 lbs, the equivalent of an Irish Setter! :D

I had staples, and doctors usually remove them at 7-10 days post-op.

Tina, Congratulations on your awesome progress! Erin, onederland is when you are under 200 lbs :)

I was allowed to try corn after 6 weeks...no problems so far.

Welcome!! Congrats on your upcoming surgery and prayers for a speedy recovery.

I love that saying...it's so true! Congrats on your upcoming surgery!! :)

Mine took 42 minutes including a small hernia repair, but I think the average is about an hour if there are no complications. :)

I have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and I know He has been with me every step of this journey.

After doing my research, I knew the sleeve was the only procedure for me! I'm so happy with my decision, and I love my sleeve!!

Do your research & then GO FOR IT!! This surgery is without a doubt the best thing I've ever done for myself and my family!

A bama girl here, wishing you all the best and a speedy recovery!! You're gonna do great!!

Bless your heart!! Sending prayers your way!!

My husband has been supportive from the beginning and has been such an encouragement to me since surgery! I hope your husband will come around, it really is important to have a good support system. ...

My surgery took 42 minutes, including a small hiatal hernia repair. I woke up fairly quickly, but was groggy for awhile. Wishing you the best on your upcoming surgery!!