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Surgeon TestimonialJoshua Roller M.D.I changed surgeons, because of personal reasons. I switched to Dr. Joshua Roller. I have an appt. with his wife, which is his asst. tommorrow morning. |
Barium Swallow...Check! 7 days ago
Well I switched to Dr. Josh Roller. The other Doc I had was wanting a 10,000 up front, even though I have insurance, and they were not going to do a barium swallow or anything, and I have GERD, so I needed to be checked for ulcers and hiatal herneas. I had my barium swallow today. That was very tramatic. That barium crap was the most nastiest thing I have ever had to drink. I still feel sick and nauseated and have all day. And I have been having diarhea all day. It's like liquid and white. Sorry I know TMI but I just want newbies to know what it is like at least for me. I almost barfed several times and could'nt get the thick barium down. I only fot a few swigs down, but I was dry heaving and swallowing it back down, so she said to stop. Then I had to lay down on the XRAY table on my belly and drink more thinner barium while they took pictures, and I almost barfed again. I had to do it though for surgery. Now, I am just waiting for a call to get my pre-surgery appt. with Dr. Roller. I am finally getting somewhere! More later! Amanda
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APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!! on October 17, 2008 7:30 am
After 5 years, and fighting with several different insurance companies through various jobs, I have finally been approved!!!!!!! PRAISE GOD!!! After 2 denials and my 2 appeals! I wrote my own appeal letters because my surgeon does'nt get involved in the appeals. I faxed them my sleep studies proving I have sleep apnea, and in less than a day I was finally approved. Im in shock right now, I just don't know what to say except thank you all for your support, encouragement(sp), and prayers!!! It has meant more to me than anything. This site has been my support group for the last 5 years because my sugeon and support group are 3 hours away. I truly believe that all your prayers had something to do with my getting approved. Thanks OH Family! I am on cloud 9 right now. Kim from my HR Dept. called me to tell me the good news. I don't have a date just yet, my surgeons office called today, and said they will call me next week with a surgery date. I am praying for everyone out there that is waiting for approval and that have been denied. If you are pre-op, don't ever give up and fight for your life because insurance companies want you to give up! I know it is a long hard battle with the insurance company, I have been fighting with different ones through the years. I can't wait to start my journey! Much Love, Amanda H.
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So thankful!!! on September 28, 2008 10:56 pm
I just wanted to say how thankful I am for this site. I know I can come here and be myself and not be afraid to be myself. Everyone knows and understands what I am going through on a day to day basis because like me, you all have lived the life of a morbidly obese person. It's lonely. I have a wonderful husband and son, a loving family, a great support from my religion, and God, and that helps. But, for some odd reason I still feel lonely. I look at myself in the mirror, and I see a woman who is going to accomplish great things. I can almost see that woman I am meant to be! I wonder what she will look like. I try to envision her, but it's hard, because I am not there yet. I keep wondering what I will be doing and what will I look like at this time next year. Everything is still uncertain. Will I still be MO? I don't think so. Regardless, if I get approved or denied, I will be a thinner, more healthier person. I am making myself that solemn vow. I am pretty sure I will have an answer from UHC this week. And I think I am going to be approved! I have a great feeling inside me. A peace. A small glimmer of hope that I will not be forgotten...once again by another insurance company...Goodnight! Manda
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Another Update... on September 20, 2008 10:07 am
This is just really bothering me. Ihave been in this insurance process for 2 months now, and they have denied me twice, and I'm on my second appeal. Well, my Doctor finally wrote the right letter. She listed all my diagnosis's like the insurance wanted and also she wrote that I have potentially fatal co'morbs, like the obstructive sleep apnea, and that in her opinion, this surgery was medically necessary for me! Soo, I am hoping that this time they will approve me, because I have sent my sleep study results too. Here is a list of my co-morbs: Multi-level Degenerative Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Osteoarthritis of the knees, gallbladder disease, hypothyroidism, varicose veins, morbid obesity, high cholesterol, depression, GERD, and obstructive sleep apnea. Isn't this enough for them???!!! I have met all their requirements. And with my back problems, it's either going to be back surgery or gastric bypass surgery. I am still just trying to be patient...Manda
Update... on September 19, 2008 9:18 pm
Well, I have been in extreme pain for 2 weeks now. I had an MRI on Tuesday Sep 16. The results showed that I have Multi-Level Degenerative Disc Disese, and the XRAY showed I also have narrowing of the spine aka spinal stenosis! These are 2 painful things that usually 50 or 60 year old people get! I am an old woman at 26! This can't be cured only managed with physical therapy, steroid injections, NSAID's or surgery. My whole right leg and foot are still numb and very painful to walk. I think the nerves are compressed. I have been getting around on 2 crutches, and I had to borrow my grandma's walker with 4 wheels that she is not using to get around the house! I had to quit my job and apply for disability again. I have an appt. at the SS office on October 6th. The Doc said I need to lose this weight and I will be so much better off. Everything that I am getting is really weight related. I called Insurance today, and my appeal is still under review. I should be hearing something within the next 2 weeks. I am just trying to hang in there and praying a lot that God will be with me and help me to endure this pain. I have lost around 10 lbs in the last month or so. I might be getting the epidual steroid injections if this physical therapy my doctor prescribed does'nt work. I have included some info about the conditions I was diagnosed with.
Spinal Stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces in the spinal column that causes compression of the spinal cord and/or nerve roots.
There are many causes. Any condition that involves structural changes or inflammation of the spine may cause compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots.
*Compression of a nerve is often referred to as a "pinched nerve."
The spinal cord (a bundle of nerves) is protected by the vertebral column (spinal column). The spinal canal refers to the space in the vertebral column for the spinal cord and its nerve roots. Nerve roots exit the spinal cord through small openings between each vertebra.
More than one area on the spine may be affected. Symptoms depend upon what area or areas of the spine are affected. There may be back pain and/or there may be pain, numbness, weakness, and cramping in the legs (when the lower spine is affected) or arms (when the neck area is affected). Symptoms often develop gradually.
Causes
Though the causes vary, this condition is most commonly caused by gradual degenerative changes in the spine that occur with aging. Spinal stenosis is most common in people over age 50. With age, bones and ligaments may thicken and disks between the vertebrae become thinner and may bulge. These structural changes may result in a narrowing of the spinal canal.
A major cause of progressive degenerative changes in the spine is osteoarthritis. In advanced osteoarthritis, bone spurs (bony growths) may form on the spinal joints and compress nerve roots. There may be inflammation in advanced osteoarthritis of the spine, narrowing the spinal canal.
An injury, scoliosis, a congenital narrow spinal canal, and a host of other conditions may also result in spinal stenosis. Scoliosis, an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the back, may cause compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots if the curve is severe.
A fracture of a vertebra can cause a piece of bone to chip off and protrude into the spinal canal. A vertebral fracture or vertebral degeneration may also result in one vertebra slipping over another (spondylolisthesis) and the misaligned vertebrae may protrude into the spinal canal.
Symptoms
The lower back (lumbar spine) is the area of the spine most commonly affected by spinal stenosis. Pressure on a nerve root (a "pinched nerve") in the lower spine may result in sciatica. Sciatica refers to pain along the sciatic nerve - pain that often radiates from the back, hip, or buttocks down the back of the leg and is often accompanied by numbness, tingling, or weakness in the leg and sometimes the foot.
People with spinal stenosis in the lower spine often find that leaning forward while walking or lying with knees drawn up relieves the symptoms. This is because bending forward enlarges the spaces between the vertebrae and relieves pressure on the nerve roots.
If stenosis occurs in the neck area, there may be neck and shoulder pain. It may cause headaches - usually at the back of the head. There may also be numbness, weakness and tingling in the arms or hands and sometimes legs. It can also affect balance and cause an unsteady gait.
In severe cases, nerves to the bladder or bowel may be affected. A loss of bladder or bowel control warrants immediate medical attention.
Because the symptoms of spinal stenosis can be caused by other conditions, an MRI, CAT scan, or special x-ray may be required for a diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment involves treating the pain, any inflammation, and the condition that is causing the stenosis. If conservative treatment does not bring relief or there is severe neurological impairment surgery may be necessary.
If symptoms are mild, over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medications may help relieve the pain. In cases of severe pain, a physician may prescribe stronger pain medications.
Back Exercises are usually recommended. A physician should always be consulted before staring an exercise program. Activities may have to be restricted if there is severe neurological impairment. Do not do too much too soon to avoid injury.
Exercises to strengthen the muscles that support the spine (back and abdominal muscles) and stretch back muscles help to keep the spine in good alignment. Shortened muscles in the lower back increase the curve in the lower back and decrease space between the vertebrae, causing more pressure on the nerve roots.
Aerobic exercises increase circulation and help keep the spine healthy. Low-impact aerobic exercises such as swimming, walking, using elliptical trainers or stationary exercise bikes are easy on the joints. Riding a stationary exercise bike may be preferable to walking as the bent over position increases the space between the vertebrae in the lower back to take pressure off nerve roots.
Some people find pain relief using complementary treatments for pain such as acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and TENS.
An epidural steroid injection, an injection of corticosteroids (powerful anti-inflammatory medication) and a local anesthetic into the epidural space (the space between the membranes covering the spinal cord and the wall of the spinal canal) may provide weeks to months of relief. The number of injections is limited due to potential side effects. Many people are frightened of corticosteroids, as they know of people who have had serious side effects from the long-term use of oral steroids such as prednisone. A local injection ensures a high dose of steroids are received where most needed while only a small amount of medication is absorbed into the blood stream. There are rare but serious risks involved with the injection itself.
The symptoms of spinal stenosis may worsen over time. If the pain becomes severe and chronic and conservative treatment does not provide relief, surgery may be recommended. Most surgery for spinal stenosis is elective surgery.
*If there great difficulty in walking or there is a sudden loss of bladder or bowel function, emergency surgery may be necessary to relieve the pressure on the spinal cord or nerves and avoid permanent nerve damage. Fortunately, this is a rare occurrence.
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is part of the natural process of growing older. Unfortunately, as we age, our intervertebral discs lose their flexibility, elasticity, and shock absorbing characteristics. The ligaments that surround the disc called the annulus fibrosis, become brittle and they are more easily torn. At the same time, the soft gel-like center of the disc, called the nucleus pulposus, starts to dry out and shrink. The combination of damage to the intervertebral discs, the development of bone spurs, and a gradual thickening of the ligaments that support the spine can all contribute to degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine.
When degenerative disc disease becomes painful or symptomatic, it can cause several different symptoms, including back pain, leg pain, and weakness that are due to compression of the nerve roots. These symptoms are caused by the fact that worn out discs are a source of pain because they do not function as well as they once did, and as they shrink, the space available for the nerve roots also shrinks. As the discs between the intervertebral bodies start to wear out, the entire lumbar spine becomes less flexible. As a result, people complain of back pain and stiffness, especially towards the end of the day.
Symptoms
The most common symptom of degenerative disc disease is back pain. When DDD causes compression of the nerve roots, the pain often radiates down the legs or into the feet, and may be associated with numbness and tingling. In severe cases of lumbar DDD, where there is evidence of nerve root compression, individuals may experience symptoms of sciatica and back pain, and sometimes even lower extremity weakness.
Diagnosis
The diagnosis of degenerative disc disease begins with a complete physical examination of the body, with special attention paid to the back and lower extremities. Your doctor will examine your back for flexibility, range of motion, and the presence of  certain signs that suggest that your nerve roots are being affected by degenerative changes in your back. This often involves testing the strength of your muscles and your reflexes to make sure that they are still working normally. You will often be asked to fill out a diagram that asks you where your symptoms of pain, numbness, tingling and weakness are occurring.
A routine set of X-rays is also usually ordered when a patient with back pain goes to see a doctor. If degenerative disc disease is present, the X-rays will often show a narrowing of the spaces between the vertebral bodies, which indicates that the disc has become very thin or has collapsed. Bone spurs begin to form around the edges of the vertebral bodies and also around the edges of the facet joints in the spine. These bone spurs can be seen on an X-ray, where they are called osteophytes. As the disc collapses and bone spurs form, the space available for the nerve roots starts to shrink. The nerve roots exit the spinal canal through a bony tunnel called the neuroforamen, and it is at this point that the nerve roots are especially vulnerable to compression.
In many situations, doctors will order a MRI or a CT scan (CAT scan) in order to evaluate the degenerative changes in the lumbar spine more completely. A MRI scan is very useful for determining where disc herniations have occurred and where the nerve roots are being compressed. A CT scan is often used to evaluate the bony anatomy in the spine, which can show how much space is available for the nerve roots and within the neuroforamen and spinal canal.
Treatment
Your doctor will be able to discuss with you what your diagnosis means in terms of treatment options. For most people who do not have evidence of nerve root compression with muscle weakness, the first line of therapy includes non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapy. A soft lumbar corset is often prescribed in order to allow the back to have a chance to rest. Surgery is offered only after physical therapy, rest, and medications have failed to adequately relieve the symptoms of pain, numbness and weakness over a significant period of time.
Tired of being in Pain... on September 12, 2008 11:26 am
My back has been hurting me since the last part of July, and then last Friday, I was washing an older friend's hair and cutting it for her, and I was bent at an odd angle, and thats when the pain starting getting really bad, to the point of unbearable. I knew it was'nt muscle spasms, because I've had those before. It was a pain going down the right side of my lower back and down my leg. Well, I toughed it out over the weekend, and I went to my PCP. She did X-RAYS and thats it, and said it might be a herniated disc. So, she gave me some Darvocet and Flexiril. Well, that was Monday, and these did not even touch the pain, just made me reel groggy. So, I went to the ER last night, and the Doc said that Darvocet is the weakest pain medicine out there, and that he was going to give me some percocet, and some steroids, and if that does'nt help, I will have to have an MRI, to see if it is indeed a herniated disc. He pushed on my sciatic nerve, and it was SOOO PAINFUL!!! So, if im not better by next week, I will schedule an MRI. I am so sick of this. I just want to lose this weight, and have a somewhat pain free life. I have had this chronic back pain since I was 14, and it's due to me being morbidly obese. Still waiting to hear from the insurance. I think I am going to call them right now. Manda
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IF YOU WANT SOMETHING DONE, YOU HAVE TO DO IT YOURSELF! on September 10, 2008 8:08 pm
Well, I hurt my back again. Doc thinks it's a herniated disc. So, I am taking it easy. I got sick and tired of waiting around to hear something on my appeal, so I got on the phone with UHC, and they said my case had been turned over to my husband's employer in Lebanon TN. They gave me the #, so I called and it was the same lady I talked to a couple of weeks ago. So, she said she has my sleep study results, but she is still waiting on the doctor's letter. My Doc already wrote one letter and sent it to them, and they say they have'nt recieved it. So, I call my doc and ask if she wrote the 2nd letter, she told me on Monday when I went to see her for my back, she would write it by Wednesday, because she was going out of town. Well, this woman named Tabitha answers and I ask her if it has been faxed to UHC, and she says no it's not in my chart and I will have to wait until Monday. Well, I knew it was probaly just sitting up there waiting to be sent, so i decide to drive up there and have the nurse practiconer check for me. I got there and of course Tabitha is sitting on her butt, not doing a thing, she was mad I came up there but I dont care. I asked to see the nurse practiconer, and Tabitha says shes seeing patients. Well, she asked what I needed, and I said, "just a copy of the 2nd letter, and sure enough she walks back there to look for it, and it's on the nurse's desk. She said she would fax it. So I ask for a copy because Im not gonna trust her to fax it right away, because the insurance lady is waiting on it, and she was real huffy and throwing papers around, and she made me a copy. She would'nt even get off her lazy butt when I called her to go check to see if the letter was done. Made me so mad!!! Well, I faxed both letters to the lady that is working on my case, and the letter is awesome. It says that I have serious medical conditions that are potentailly life threatning and that this surgery is medically neccessary for me! So, they can't deny me now. They have everything they have asked for. Now, I am just playing the waiting game...once again. I am going to call every day until Im approved. I WON'T GIVE UP!!!
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Playing the waiting game...again... on September 7, 2008 10:46 am
Well, they are still reviewing my appeal. I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, and I sent UHC both of my sleep studies. They are also asking the sleep center where I had my sleep study for diagnosis codes and all that stuff. I have left the appeal in God's hands, and I am trying not to worry about it. I just know I will be approved. There is no way they can deny me this time, because I have met all of their requirements. I will update when I know more! Manda
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They denied me, Im appealing...Sleep study tonight... on July 29, 2008 11:38 am
Well, they denied me. No "serious" complicating medical conditions. Just another way of taking the cheap way out, not paying for it. I am going to fight UHC tooth and nail. I am in the middle of my appeal. I wrote my own letter, and my PCP and chiropractor wrote a letter also. I just know I will be approved eventaully. I have to believe that. I won't give up. I can almost see that skinnier, more healthy me if I look close enough in the mirror. I have my sleep study tonight. I am almost wishing I do have sleep apnea, because they conside that serious. So, I will know by tommorrow morning if I have it or not. Love, Amanda
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3 weeks until my wait is over!!! on July 12, 2008 1:57 pm
I called UHC today, and they have recieved my pre-determination letter. They said I will have an answer in 15 business days! So, I am super excited I have to admit! So, please pray for me everyone! If it is Jehovah God's will for me to have Gastric Bypass, then I will be approved. Manda
Good News! on June 24, 2008 11:44 am
Well, I now have UHC insurance through Cracker Barrel. I called them because I wanted to make sure they cover gastric bypass, and they do! They do require a 5 year weight history, so I had my medical records sent to Dr. Gibbs office. Carrie is in the process of writing my pre-determination letter, and she is gonna fax my records along with that to UHC. So, now I am in the hurry up and wait stage. Im still staying positive, but Im not getting too excited yet. Arghhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!! OK I CAN'T HOLD BACK IM REALLY REALLY EXCITED!!! Ok im done. I'll update when I find out if im approved or denied. Manda
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Name Meaning on May 26, 2008 8:02 pm
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Misunderstood |
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Neat |
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Dignified |
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Staying Positive... on May 24, 2008 9:48 pm
Man, I sounded a little brutal in that last post. Sorry if I offended anyone. I am just so tired. Tired of being fat, tired of being on diets, tired of being turned down by insurance companies, tired of not being able to do the things in life I wanna do. I have a good feeling about this time. I called my friend Lauren I met on here, she gave me her number and we chatted for a while. She also has Cracker Barrel insurance, which is UHC. She got approved within a month. I am so glad I met her, she has helped me a lot. So, I am staying positive! Hubby called and signed us up with UHC. Insurance starts June 14th. I am going to make a list of things I wanna do when I lose the weight...
1.Cross my legs
2.Take my son bike riding.
3.Buy that pink bike at Wal-Mart and actually be able to ride it.
4.Ride a rollercoaster.
5.Go to Silver Dollar City in Branson MO
6.Wake up and not be in pain.
7.Paint my own toenails.
8.Git rid of my obstructive sleep apnea and that stupid CPAP!
9.Be able to play with the kids at my job, and not be out of energy in like 2 minutes...
10.Wear a sexy bathing suit for my hubby.
11. Get under 200 lbs, ONEderland!
12.Be able to buy cute clothes in the "regular" sized section.
13.Sit in my hubby's lap without killing him...lol
14.Clean my whole house without my hubby's help.
15.Have more energy.
16.Get rid of my varicose veins.
17.Get rid of my back pain.
18.Go to the water park and actually have fun and ride the tubes.
19.Go horseback riding, ive never been, and always wanted to.
20.Be able to pick up my son without being in pain.
Im adding more...5-26-08
21.Put on pantyhose without being in pain and out of breath.
22.Actually wear panty hose and be comfortable in them!
23.Wear high heels and be able to walk in them without fear of falling and breaking a bone or my feet hurting after 2 minutes of wearing them.
24.Sit indian style comfortably...
25.Buy sexy lingerie at Victoria's Secret to wear for my hubby :)
This is just a few of the things I can think of right now, I'll add more when I think of them. Well, I am going to go to bed now Nite! (((HUGS))) Manda
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Latest update on me... on May 13, 2008 8:48 pm
Hey to anyone that's actually reading this. haha Well, I am looking foward to getting my new insurance through Cracker Barrel. It goes in effect June 16. So, im not expectin a lot, because every time I do, I get shot down for surgery. So, we will see...On another note, I just wanna say that you all that got approved so easily don't know how lucky you really are. I have been working on approval for over 5 years now. I think I will just appreciate getting approval and surgery that much more when and if I do get approved. I can't get a loan either, because I have bad credit. So, I am not going to take surgery forgranted. I am going to work so hard to succeed.
I am still lovin my job at the daycare. I have been taking lots of classes and doing a lot of training for the preschool teaching. Even though it's a home daycare, I still want to have the same quality as a preschool center. And I think we do, because we have a lower student/teacher ratio.
Well, I am weighing in right now around 330, so I am staying around the same since my son was born in Nov of 06. So, at least im not gaining.haha Gotta laugh at something. I think my sense of humor is the only thing keeping me going these days. I just hurt and im tired, I think you all know what I mean. I'll update more as I know about surgery...AH
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Doing Good, but not losing weight... on February 6, 2008 7:15 pm
Hey everyone! I just wanted to let you know how im doing. I am ok, but still no surgery. My knee still hurts, but I have gotten used to it now. I missed getting the surgery by a week or two at my hubbys old job, they changed the policy on Nov 1st, and they sent my letter on the 8th. Im still eating my life away, I try to watch what I eat, but as we all know, its an addiction, just like smoking. My hubby got a new job at Cracker Barrell, so I told him to sign me up on the insurance, so we will see. I got a new job working at a home daycare, and I absolutely love it! I get to bring my son with me, and a lady in my church owns it, so its awesome. It's super easy on me, no heavy lifting and bending, just got to potty the kids, watch them play, color with them, help them with thier ABC's etc... It's a blast! I hope to own my own daycare someday. Well, ill keep you all posted. I am going to try and post some new pics! Later, Amanda Lynn
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My stupid knee... on November 26, 2007 11:17 am
My knee has been hurting for a couple of months now. I have tried heat packs, ice packs, arthritis rub, blue goo etc...I finally broke down and went to the ER. They did xrays and told me I tore some ligaments, which ones I don't know. I don't even remember injuring it, although I do a lot of squatting and bending at home and at work. Theres the ACL, PCL, and several others, and some of ligament tears require surgery. They put me in a brace, gave me crutches, and sent me home with pain meds. The pain meds do not even touch the pain. It cracks and pops when I do walk on it, and I cant bend it without severe pain. I cant use stairs without severe pain. The brace just falls off when I walk, so the only time I can wear it is when I am sitting or lying down. The pain comes and goes, but for the last couple of weeks, it has gotten worse. So, I am tired of all of this lol. I called River Valley Muscoskeletal Center and made an appt with Dr. Mumme. He is an orthopedic surgeon. My appt, is next Tuesday, so maybe I can hold out until then, I will keep my blog posted. Sorry for the gripe session, I just can't take much more of this.
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This does'nt surprise me one bit... on November 21, 2007 3:09 pm
Well, they denied me. They changed thier policy on weight loss surgery on 9-1-07. Now, you have to go through a 1 year diet and exercise plan through Choctaw Health Services. The lady I called there said they have'nt even set the guidelines for the program yet, she said to call back at the first of the year. She said that Choctaw Nation was paying for a lot of surgeries, and it was getting out of hand. It's just not fair. So, I was really upset, but life goes on. I joined Curves yesterday. I am going to give it one last shot.
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Reality is starting to set in... on November 13, 2007 1:02 pm
I got the letter from Dr.Gibbs office today saying they faxed my pre-determination letter to EPS on Nov. 8. I almost cried when I read it. It's all starting to come together. I should hear something from EPS in a couple of weeks.
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My Story Hello, My name is Amanda and i am 26 yrs old and i have been overweight ever since i can remember. I have been coming to this site for over 5 years now. I am 5'8 and weigh 333 lbs. My heighest weight was 342 when i was pregnant. I found out that it is not fun being morbidly obese and pregnant. I have a beautiful 2 yr old son and the best husband in the world. He treats me like a queen. I want to be there for my son and see him grow up and be able to play with him. I have been trying to have the Gastric Bypass for about 5 years now. Me and my hubby have changed jobs several times and every time I try to get approved for surgery through insurance, something always goes wrong, I get denied etc... I have been having some health problems after the birth of my son. At first i thought i was having panic attacks, but the hospital did a lot of test and on my ct scan and chest xray they found a mass in my chest which is called a thymus gland. Basically, we all have one and it's supposed to shrink after puberty, but in some people it does'nt. I have been having shortness of breath and chest pain from this. But not as bad lately. I still think i was having some panic attacks because i have been dealing with some post partum depression.The reason i want to have surgery is because i hurt all the time. I have varicose veins, high colesterol, shortness of breath, chest pain, gerd, sleep apnea, degenerative disc disease in my spine, back pain, knee pain, ankle pain, UTI's, and depression/panic attacks. I found out in Sep of 07 that I have hypothyroidism. My mother had the Gastric Bypass done back in 1989 and she has kept off a hundred lbs since. Obesity definitely runs in our family.
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