cthr posted a discussion topic 6 years, 6 months ago

I had surgery 12 years ago. I lost down to 159 and of course over the years gained back around 40. I worked to get more off but it stayed around 180-190. 4 months ago, I suddenly could not eat normally anymore. It is a struggle to get down 800 calo


cthr posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

does anyone know if  having the sleeve precludes you from getting a governmental job?


cthr posted a discussion topic 8 years, 11 months ago

Does Medicare cover Skin reduction surgery after weight loss?


cthr posted a discussion topic 8 years, 11 months ago

Does Medicare cover the DS?


cthr posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Perforated Pouch? - I had an endoscope about a month ago, and ever since I have had a difficult time holding down food. I am 5 years out and never had problems before. The endoscope showed pre -ulcers...

cthr posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Alcohol and Nsaids - Can alcohol be consumed with the sleeve?  How about Nsaids?

cthr posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
POUCH ULCERS ? - Im 5 years out and have developed pre ulcerous lesions in my pouch? Does anyone know what causes this? How is the best way to treat this? What is the prognosis in the long run?  An...

cthr posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
DS Coverage ? - Does anyone know if the new BCBS of NC will cover the DS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Insurance Selection - Anyone have an Idea which insurance to select that wil cover DS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Healthcare ACT - On the plans I have seen only a minute number cover Bariatric surgery. Wouldn't the administration want individuals to have a procedure that would help make them healthy? Isn't ...

cthr posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Obamacare - Has anyone heard if any of the new exchanges will cover DS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
Stomach Complications - Is anyone aware of any long term complications with the sleeve configuration itself?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Complications - Any complications in the long term?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
SLeeve Size - What is the average sleeve size to lose adequate weight?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Gas - Does having major gas prior to ds predispose one or even guarantee one will have it post ds? I was wondering about the post ds experience of others who were really gassy beforehand...

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Does BCBS cover the sleeve? -  Has anyone had the sleeve coverd by BCBS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Athletics - Could a young person participate in College level Athletics with the restrictrictions of the sleeve?  I am especially concerned with the hydration issue. Any thoughts?

cthr posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE - Does anyone Know if the new healthcare act covers DS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Military Service -  Does anyone know if the military will accept you if you had Sleeve Gastrectomy?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
website? -  what is the address to the new DS website?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
website? -  Does anyone know the new DS website

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Crohn's Disease - Can the DS be performed if a person has crohns?  If so what effect does the DS have on it?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
Teen Son -  My son weighs about 350# . He is 19 and I am concerned about him doing the DS at such a young age. Thoughts about a successful weight loss with the Sleeve?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
OBAMACARE - Does anyone know if the Obama healthcare Plan covers DS?

cthr posted a discussion topic 12 years, 9 months ago
Diabetes - Does or has anyone had resolution of their diabetes after having VSG?  How about reactive hypoglycemia?   Thanks for your response.
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