Where do I find a list of Co-Morbities?
I need help with a list of co-morbities, to make the insurance company & my family doctor know the reasons why WLS is necessary. Here is what I have so far. Are these Co-morbities? 1)Respiratory, breathing problems. 2)High cholesteral levels. Sometimes in the mid 300's. 3)Arthritis & joints damaged. 4)Fibromyalgia-pain 24 hrs./day. 5)Activity Interlorance due to pain, SOB, & Obesity. 6)Uncontrolled urinary incontinence, sneezing, coughing, laughing, or middle of the night. 7)SOB or winded after walking a short distance. 8)Irregular pulse & chest tightness after walking or lifting anything. 9)Blood sugar levels that are extremely high or low, never controlled. 10)BMI 50+; Ht.5'2"; Wt.277 11)Born with Spina Bifidia Occulta; (bones in lower side of left spine are missing). Caused partial parlyizes to left leg & foot. Along with severe back pain from time of being pregnant until now. 12)Unable to exercise due to most of the problems I already have.
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