I am getting ready to have my last visit to be able to schedule my surgery, however I have gained weight since my first visit. I have tried to change my ways of eating and cutting out certain foods, drinks, etc. I had to quit smoking in order to be able to have the surgery so I know most of it is probably displacement. The big problem is that I go August 9th for the last visit and I cannot have gained weight from the first visit, which I have. I have been given medication to help, however it does not really do much for me. I am nervous that I will not be able to get this additional wait off before my visit. If anyone has been in the same situation or just has some ideas I would greatly appreciate it.
Weight Gain
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3momchaos
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My insurance had that requirement as well when I started in January, but since has amended their requirements, and they do not consider weight gain anymore. However, my surgeons office does worry about it because it can raise questions about seriousness to the lifestyle change. What does your dietician recommend? Will they keep you on the program for longer until they see a weight reduction? If your insurance requires no weight gain, it might be denied, but not forever. They should give you the opportunity to lose. What do you think has caused your weight gain? You’re here wanting help, so I think you are committed to change. There are a lot of reasons we gain weight, and some of them are not our fault. I had an appointment where I gained a couple pounds in 2 weeks, and I told the dietician that I was on my period, so I didn’t care about that weigh in, and she marked it in my chart. I was down the next weigh in, so it really didn’t matter too much.
I quite smoking 2 months ago as it was required by the surgeon and insurance company. I think I have substituted food for times when I would normally smoke. I think I am snacking more at home than I do at work, possibly due to boredom. I am not very active right now because my knees limit what I can do as well as my back.
3momchaos
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There are a lot of people here who quit smoking for the surgery. I think you’ll find a lot of help from them. Snacking isn’t always bad, but it depends on what you snack on. If I’m feeling snacky I go drink water first and then wait a while. If I’m still hungry 20 minutes later I decide if I should have a snack or meal. Sometimes I just have a protein shake, and that’s good for me. I am horrible at tradition food tracking, so my counselor told me to just write down what I ate in a day. I usually will measure my foods (cereal especially) every Monday to make sure I’m not pouring in more than I’m supposed to have. It’s just a small way I keep on track.
missyinacage
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First off, Congrats on quitting smoking, as that is hard as hell. I was super glad that I had already quit smoking before I ever elected to have surgery. I have no idea how they expect you to quit smoking AND lose weight. Even the skinniest people gain when they quit smoking. And 2 months isn't that long. So .. oral fixation tips. Cut straws into cigarette size and chew on them. This works in 2 ways. It keeps something in your hand, which you were used to and it moves it constantly to your mouth, which you were also used to. Chew gum. You'll have to quit after surgery but hey, you gotta GET there first right?!? My insurance would not approve surgery if I had gained from my 1st doctors visit. So you may have to wait until you have lost a few pounds before they approve you. Do not become discouraged. You have quit smoking, which is a major health accomplishment. You can do this too. If it is a few pounds, everyone who has ever dieted knows how to drop a few quickly .. give up all carbs. If it's more then a few, then you may have to work at it a few more months until you prove that you can make a lasting lifestyle change. Either way, stay on your journey. Good luck!