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fishtayl
on 1/26/09 11:22 pm - Bealeton, VA

Robin,

I have Lupus. I had the RNY 4 years ago. The surgery not allowed was the Lap Band. Because of the autoimmune disease-where your body attacks itself the ban dmight have been rejected by my body. My Mom had Lupus and died at 45. The research does not completely support the case that if your Mom has it you will also. In my case-I have it. But I have 4 sisters who do not have.
Ginny

fishtayl
on 1/26/09 10:56 pm - Bealeton, VA

RNY on 11/02/04

Topic: RE: Does haviing Lupus help persuade insurance?

I have SLE, had a gastric bypass 2004. I had to appeal twice to the insurance but the SLE was never used as a reason for co-morbity. However a 165 pound weight loss has helped tremendously with the joint pain.

creed79109
on 1/26/09 11:10 am - amarill, TX

Topic: RE: lupus and RNY

hi my name is cindy . My daughter and I have lupus. We test high in the ana test that looks for lupus.I was told my mother hsa the gene .

dammfamily
on 1/25/09 12:05 am - gervais, OR

Topic: RE: Just starting my journey, but already having setbacks

I have insurance but it does not cover WLS surgery I paid for it myself. I went to Mexico and it cost me $5500.00 plus my plane ticket. I feel great and have lost 36lbs since October. I live in Oregon and have found a great fill doctor (Dr. Kelly Fitzpatrick cost for fill is $170.00) and a regular Biatriac doctor in case of any serious problems Dr. Deveney office visit is $250.00 & fill w/Floro is $250.00. If you really want it bad enough you just have to do your research and take the chance. Thats what I did and I do not regret it. You really have to be committed to a life style change eating, exercise, & a must is a support group. If you would like the information of where I went you can e-mail me at [email protected]

CHEDENG78
on 1/24/09 9:25 pm - EWA BEACH, HI

Topic: RE: Just starting my journey, but already having setbacks

if you don't mind me asking, what type of insurance do you have? I talked to my Dr. and he gave me a referral to both a rhumey and a bariatric sugeon. He said that I had a 1% chance of getting approved by my insurance. I left the office feeling defeated. Then later that day I went to my derma who said my test results were positive for ANA which last year was neg. Since it's been affecting other parts than my skin we are 1 symptom away from SLE.

My current BMI is a 37.1, not enough for my insurance to approve. I'm SO fustrated b/c I know that WLS can help me on so many levels. Does anyone else have TRICARE with similar issues?

talksoupslp
on 1/23/09 2:41 am

RNY on 05/06/09

Topic: RE: lupus and RNY

If you or a close relative has autoimmune disease, LAP BAND is contraindicated. Not WLS in general. I have lupus (or unspecified connective tissue disease) and Sjogren's Syndrome. I will be having RNY as soon as my insurance company cooperates and gives approval. ALL my docs are for the surgery and wrote awesome letters in support. I never would have had the surgery if my docs weren't on board.

Good luck in your journey!
-TS

Highest Weight/Surgery Weight/Current Weight/Goal
426.4/356/216.8/165?

jpconnie
on 1/22/09 9:42 am - DeRidder, LA

DS on 01/29/09

Topic: RE: testing my ticker

testing my ticker

cdnrobin
on 1/22/09 5:38 am - Canada

RNY on 03/17/09 with

Topic: lupus and RNY

Hello everyone.

My mom got Lupus when she was pregnant for me..I do not have any signs of it but have read somewhere that if you or your parent have Lupus that WLS is not recomended...

any thoughts on this????

Thanks in advance.

Robin