Gastric Bypass ?’s And How To Tell Family?
I am really considering Gastric bypass I just have some problems. First of all, I guess its best to let you know I am 6ft and 335lbs. male and I am 20yrs. old also I live in N.J.. I know this is severely overweight and morbidly obese. I am a full time student I also work full time. I am still covered under my dads insurance (cigna) which I believe has some type of gastric bypass coverage(not totally sure). What am trying to find out is how to tell my parents that I want to get this done I am afraid of it being shot down and dismissed as just a fad or phase. I already got 1 back surgery under my belt, and my back is only gonna get worse if I stay at this weight, my health can only get worse. Besides that how much is it gonna cost (with and without insurance). What are the after cost? I know there are many different procedures which one would be best for me? What major life changes will I have to make after the surgery? um….. If you can think of something else I should know plz comment
thx
February 6th, 2010 at 5:27 pm
You have a lot of questions, and I think the best place to get them answered would be from the articles and message boards over at Obesity Help. I’ve included a link. I had weight loss surgery, but it was the lap band, so I think you’d be better off connecting with people who have had the gastric bypass. I really like Obesity Help because there are people there who have been through every type of weight loss surgery related issue and complication.
February 6th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
Let me start by saying that I sympathize with your situation, it’s got to be hard. I don’t know the answers about the bypass, they are things that really should be discussed with your doctor. As for talking about this with your parents I would suggest telling them that you are going to see the doctor to learn about some medical weight loss options. Then after your appt. talk to your parents about the different options for you. Don’t be shy, they are aware that you are overweight…but they might not be aware that it bothers you this much. Openess is the best way to get their support! And please be sure to explore all your options before such a drastic surgery, I know there are other, less invasive surgeries out there, such as the lapband (google it if youre unfamiliar with it) Best of luck to you! : )