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Topic: RE: thinking about surgery!!!
Thanks Carole!
the only thing holding me back right now is finding out if i can access a trust account to pay for my surgery... i should know something by the end of the night. I already have a surgon and hospital in mind, i'm just waiting for the money to be approved! i will let you all know when i find out something either way!
kristy
Topic: does anyone know where to get the psychological test donw with APIPA
i need help thats all that is stopping me right now
Topic: BlueShield of Ca HMO - Appeal - APPROVAL OR DENIAL
Hello,
I'm in the middle of Appealing thur Blueshield of CA HMO, It has been two week since I started the appeal , they told me it could take up to 30 days. I'm just wanting if anyone has appealed this insurnace comany and if so, were you approved or denied and how long did it take. Thanks
I'm in the middle of Appealing thur Blueshield of CA HMO, It has been two week since I started the appeal , they told me it could take up to 30 days. I'm just wanting if anyone has appealed this insurnace comany and if so, were you approved or denied and how long did it take. Thanks
Topic: RE: thinking about surgery!!!
Hi Kristy. I had the surgery 18 days ago, so I understand your fears. The biggest fear I had, was that I wouldn't be able to commit for life. But I took the plunge anyway. My advice to you is, find a doctor that only does gastric surgery. You need the very best to put your fears to rest. Even in the pre-op room, everyone that was in contact with me, raved about my Dr. And I have another condition that required extra care. For me, the decision was made by my fear of getting too old, not able to drag around the extra weight. I want to go hiking, to walk all day at The Wild Animal Park, to be healthy. So I figured my weight was killing me already, why not risk the surgery? If you research the facts, you'll put your mind at ease. Attend a support group, and you'll be surprised at the good info you'll get to put your mind at ease. So far, I've had no complications, and I am a tough case because of Myasthenia Gravis. Good luck, and let us know your decision!
Carole
Carole
Topic: RE: Hard Time with Restricted Diet
hELLO! BOY, can I ever relate. I was on the liquid diet for one month. I did everything I could to find something to sink my teeth into. Finally decided to make Knox Blox with sugar free jello and pure geletin. that really helped. The two weeks before the surgery were the worst. AFter the surgery, your appetite will be much different, so it's not nearly as difficult. Once you have to switch to clear liquids, for me it was 3 days before the surgery, I bought the clear liquid drinks from GNC that are 40gm. of protein. That helps so much! It's called Isopure. After the surgery, I still drink it daily, because I too got tired of the powdered protein. Are you trying all the different kinds of low fat cream soups that are legal? They help too. Simply drinking broth inbetween "meals" was a good pick me up. don't give up! It gets SOOOO much better!
Carole
Carole
Topic: RE: I'm home!!
Laura,
I too had those 'regret' feelings. My WLS friends all told me not to fret too much - that it was normal & will quickly pass. I looked at my husband in the hospital (I had a few complications) and asked "Remind me again why I did this to myself??!!" He was super and I got through those hard times. Now its nearly 3 weeks later and I no longer think those thoughts. I have had some other negative thoughts (telling myself this will never work for me) - but again... my WLS friends all assured me that they too went through that as well. So just trust in the process, use your tool, and focus on making great post-op food choices. YOU WILL BE FINE!!
hang in there! HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio
Topic: RE: Ready for Monday
Can't relate entirely Heather, but I can tell you that you made it this far, so you'll be fine. I didn't have to do the Optifast pre-surgical diet, but I too indulged a little too much the week before.
I was unsure if you meant you were having surgery TODAY Monday or NEXT Monday, but either way... you're in my prayers. Hope you are well... hang in there girl!
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio (RNY 9/4/08)
I was unsure if you meant you were having surgery TODAY Monday or NEXT Monday, but either way... you're in my prayers. Hope you are well... hang in there girl!
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio (RNY 9/4/08)
Topic: RE: I am home from RNY
You will start feeling better and better each day... I assure you! I had my RNY on Sept 4th. I came home on the 6th and was BACK on the 7th. Didn't get home again til the 10th. I was in some major discomfort... had too much swelling so nothing was moving inside me. Once i got home the second time things were much different. I was able to drink my fluids and meals. Each day I got stronger and stronger. Its been nearly 3 weeks today and although I'm not 100% with my energy level, I am feeling close to normal.
Hang in there... don't sweat it about the protein. I too was getting really frustrated with my protein intake during the liquid phase. My dietician told me NOT to worry too much at that point. Now that I'm on pureed foods, its MUCH easier to get more and more protein in each day. Just try to take each day a little at a time... concentrate on what you're drinking at the moment and investigate your cabinets to see how you might be able to add a bit more next time or tomorrow. You'll get there, I promise you!
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio
Hang in there... don't sweat it about the protein. I too was getting really frustrated with my protein intake during the liquid phase. My dietician told me NOT to worry too much at that point. Now that I'm on pureed foods, its MUCH easier to get more and more protein in each day. Just try to take each day a little at a time... concentrate on what you're drinking at the moment and investigate your cabinets to see how you might be able to add a bit more next time or tomorrow. You'll get there, I promise you!
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio
Topic: RE: help !!!!!!!!!!! (thinning hair)
When was your surgery?
Basic info says that if you don't get enough protein, you will notice hair loss/thinning approximately 3 months after severe protein deprivation.
If your surgery was just this month, it may be too early to tell if its from lack of protein or just a hormonal imbalance. I think either way, its worth a visit to your bariatric surgeon or PCP so they can run a little blood work on you.
Are you keeping a food diary to see where you may be lacking (if at all?)
Hope that helps a little. I haven't had much thinning yet. I am praying I don't experience that at all. I only had surgery on sept 4th & I'm trying my best to keep protein counts waaaay up there.
Hang in there,damurphy0526.
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio
Basic info says that if you don't get enough protein, you will notice hair loss/thinning approximately 3 months after severe protein deprivation.
If your surgery was just this month, it may be too early to tell if its from lack of protein or just a hormonal imbalance. I think either way, its worth a visit to your bariatric surgeon or PCP so they can run a little blood work on you.
Are you keeping a food diary to see where you may be lacking (if at all?)
Hope that helps a little. I haven't had much thinning yet. I am praying I don't experience that at all. I only had surgery on sept 4th & I'm trying my best to keep protein counts waaaay up there.
Hang in there,damurphy0526.
HUGS ~ Julie from Ohio
Topic: RE: Surgery scheduled for Sept 29, 2008. Nervous, but excited
Hi there! Yes, liquids start today. I'm okay with that because I'm too nervous to eat anyway. Surgery is one week from today. How are you holding up?
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