You go david....

I am so happy for u david and I am sure the problems you are having are minor. I met with Dr Clough and he made me feel so much better than I did before I went there. I went to him on the 7th and all I am waiting for is the ok....I have been so scared about it because I have 2 kids that totally rely on me(they are handicapped) one is in a wheelchair and the other is a 12 yr old going thru puberty and needs mom for everything plus had ataxia and learning issues so I try to make sure I am doing whats right for me but to be here on the other hand. U all know I am scared to not be here....BUT when it is all said and done I will be here longer and healthier than I am now....also....do I have to have an epideral??? I dont want one...I would rather take the pain as it comes is that possible?? let me know....thanks laurie I have maine care...do they take a while to accept or deny things????

Hey Laurie! With both the RNY and lapband they use general anesthesia and put you to sleep for the surgery. I have had friends who had both lapband and RNY with Mainecare and they were pretty quick in approving for the surgeries. Judy 243/236/203/148 goal

laurie, It only took 13 days for my apporval..it was very smooth.,...no toubles at all...good luck..i had lap ryn july 18....i have 4 kids under 6 ...and know what it is like to be in demand....i was up and with in a week...doing everything as normal! so good luck

Rebecca thank you so much for putting my mind a little more at ease....this web site has really helped with alot of the roller coaster feelings you get before surgery...I am still waiting to hear something I went to the surgeon on the 7th and still havent heard anything but it has only been a few days...I am sure I will hear something soon..as you all know the waiting is killing me...but I have been reasurred it is all worth it.