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I have to take 120 MG of Lasix each day along with my blood pressure medicine to keep my blood pressure within a normal range and reduce excess fluid around my ankles. Does anyone else take this medicine after gastric bypass?

Yeah!!! Hurdle Has Been Crossed I just got word from the bariatric coordinator that the psychologist spoke with my psychiatrist yesterday - no extra $150 charge. She said the office will be getting in touch with me in a week or so to schedule my surgery date. There still are a few tests and...

The initial office visit with the psychologist isn't covered by my insurance. I had to pay $200 (cash only) for that visit. The psychologist was requiring that I "also" get a letter from my "personal" psychiatrist that consisted of the exact same information that I'd already voluntarily given...

The office coordinator called me back this morning. I told her point blank that I had no intentions of paying my psychiatrist to compose a $150 letter when I'd signed a release so the psychologist could see my records. The office manager told me not to worry about it. She said she'd see that...

Thanks for your advice. It reaffirms that I'm making the right decision in telling them I'm not paying $150 for a letter when the psychologist has a release. I've seen a total of 3 psychologists in my lifetime. Two of the three were very good. The third was bad but not nearly as bad as the...

The psychologist kept me waiting a full hour after my appointment time, because she was playing with a dog that another patient had brought into the office. She was in full sight of me the entire time. I have to see a psychiatrist every 3 monthss. I had met with my psychiatrist on an extra...

I've had a complete (and I do mean) complete blood work-up. Everything fell within normal range, thank goodness (check). Also, had a consult with my psychiatrist to make sure he was on board and to get his advice on my meds (check-check). Today, I had my appointments with the nutritionist and...

I keep hearing people mention a sleep apnea test. Does everyone have to have the test? I've never had trouble sleeping.

Sheila - I'm green with envy about now, because I don't see my psychologist and neutrionist (always spelled wrong) until next Wednesday. I also start my 6-week smoking cessation classes that same day. Once I see the two doctors Wednesday, it's my understanding that my paperwork will be...

Pat - I've tried and tried to convince her that she's likely in a dangerous situation. You can tell by the posts I've made. I'm scared to death she's going to straight-line. It's almost like she doesn't take the situation seriously. I'm worried about her children, too. What happens to them...

I'm 61 and will be closer to the 62 side when I have my surgery (if everything goes smoothly). After hearing what you had to say, I'd guess it'll take me the 3 months to be back on my feet. I don't see the neutritionist and the psychologist until the middle of next week, and I'm already having...

Where on earth do you live? It's scary that not one doctor in your geographical area is accepting patients. Please don't allow this problem to continue without finding out what is causing it. Think about your children. If something would happen to you, your children would be left without a...

Pat99 - You always have such informative, sound advice. I think you're a real credit to the forum. Plus, you're so patient with newbies (like me). I'm glad you typed the post about being really tired for the first 2-3 months. That's helped me make a sound decision as to whether to go back to...

Lizzie - We haven't heard whether you're alright or not. All of us on the forum are like an extended family. Please write us to let us know if you're okay. I've thought about you frequently ever since you wrote that you were light headed and that your blood pressure was low.

Good advice. I don't see any way I could afford cosmetic surgery, anyway, without going into my husband's 401K. I'd have to think long and hard before doing that. I've found 2 website that offer bra's that extend to the hips to camoflage (spelled wrong) the flab.

I had no idea that some doctors don't "prescibe" using the protein drinks. That's one thing I'd do even if the doctor said "no". I don't see any way that you could get enough protein during the first 3 months without it. I don't want to ruin my health.

Critical!!!!!!!! Call your doctor - tonight if you can reach him. I've had blood pressure problems for years and know a lot of the danger signs. He'll probably have you go to the ER (or at least an Urgent Care) to have your blood pressure taken. If your blood pressure goes too low, you'll...

I'm new, too, and haven't had my gastric bypass surgery, yet. I've found this forum to be too fantastic to be true. I know you're going to love it.

I haven't had my gastric bypass surgery, yet, but I do know one problem that can cause your symptoms. Do you have high blood pressure? If so, your blood pressure may be dropping too low.

KO26 - I didn't mean "kick me in the butt" in a negative way; I meant it in a positive way. I appreciate the information on the Shapeez bras's. I'm going to look up their website and put it in favorites. You wouldn't believe how many websites I've added to favorites since I began my quest...