I'm just getting ready to see if I can get the surgery. My first appointment is on October 24th.

[Sissybaby]

I've been reading about the surgeries offered to help with weight loss and finally made the appointment. I tried every diet out there for 4 years and just can't get past 10 to 15 pounds and it never stays off. I still don't know if I qualify and am stressing about it. I gave up smoking and drinking to get healthier and this weight don't want to come off. I've had many surgeries this year because of a bowel blow out, which lead to more centered weight around the mid section and because of it, now need hernia repair too. I was told that bariatric surgery and hernia repair can happen at the same time, which makes me happy to know. I can't handle the weight, my hips hurt badly and it's hard to lift my legs. I feel like it's harder to breathe with the weight too. I'm so self-conscious about what I look like, but it's worse just knowing how bad I feel physically. I'm praying I get approved for this and I can finally take the last steps in getting healthier for myself and my family. I want to do more physically with my 12 year old daughter and have her stop taking care of me and let me take care of her. That's my story so far, does anyone have any input for me, that would be great. Thanks

 

[Brenda2010]

I've been reading about the surgeries offered to help with weight loss and finally made the appointment. I tried every diet out there for 4 years and just can't get past 10 to 15 pounds and it never stays off. I still don't know if I qualify and am stressing about it. I gave up smoking and drinking to get healthier and this weight don't want to come off. I've had many surgeries this year because of a bowel blow out, which lead to more centered weight around the mid section and because of it, now need hernia repair too. I was told that bariatric surgery and hernia repair can happen at the same time, which makes me happy to know. I can't handle the weight, my hips hurt badly and it's hard to lift my legs. I feel like it's harder to breathe with the weight too. I'm so self-conscious about what I look like, but it's worse just knowing how bad I feel physically. I'm praying I get approved for this and I can finally take the last steps in getting healthier for myself and my family. I want to do more physically with my 12 year old daughter and have her stop taking care of me and let me take care of her. That's my story so far, does anyone have any input for me, that would be great. Thanks

Hi there and welcome! Glad you found us. I know several of our members have had hernia repairs in conjunction with their surgeries so you should be fine to have them done together. It's great that you've already taken some important steps like quitting smoking, congratulations!

Let us know if we can answer any questions. There are so many helpful people here and we do not judge anyone, it's a great group.

 

[missdarmitage]

I've been reading about the surgeries offered to help with weight loss and finally made the appointment. I tried every diet out there for 4 years and just can't get past 10 to 15 pounds and it never stays off. I still don't know if I qualify and am stressing about it. I gave up smoking and drinking to get healthier and this weight don't want to come off. I've had many surgeries this year because of a bowel blow out, which lead to more centered weight around the mid section and because of it, now need hernia repair too. I was told that bariatric surgery and hernia repair can happen at the same time, which makes me happy to know. I can't handle the weight, my hips hurt badly and it's hard to lift my legs. I feel like it's harder to breathe with the weight too. I'm so self-conscious about what I look like, but it's worse just knowing how bad I feel physically. I'm praying I get approved for this and I can finally take the last steps in getting healthier for myself and my family. I want to do more physically with my 12 year old daughter and have her stop taking care of me and let me take care of her. That's my story so far, does anyone have any input for me, that would be great. Thanks

Welcome to the group! I can empathize with where you are coming from as I (as most of us have) come from a similar background. Being self conscious of your looks and how limited you are physically is a very mentally demanding and draining experience. But it does get better! I will say that insurance company's are all different in the requirements to get the surgery. You may have some "hoops" to jump through to become eligible, but they aren't that bad. I had to have 6 months of dr monitored weight loss before I could get the okay. During that time, I did as you have started to do: I changed my habits. Every little bit helps and it makes the transition easier once surgery comes about. Every couple of weeks I would change a habit, like giving up caffeine, no more fast food, adding fruits into my breakfast, upping my protein in each meal, etc. But for others I have heard they get approved and move at a pretty quick pace. Your surgeon's office should give you a break down of what your insurance will require once they hear back. I with you the best of luck with your journey and keep us posted!

 

[MamaBearOf4]

That is this week. It is a journey worth it. I hope all goes good and inform us what goes on.