A Weird Perspective

Jan 30, 2014 18:37

You know what's weird about losing so much weight? Feeling like I'm still who I was physically so many months ago ( Read more... )

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putzmeisterbear January 31 2014, 00:26:35 UTC
I've known people that have had the excess skin removed.

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beartalon January 31 2014, 01:06:01 UTC
Oddly, there was a paragraph in my post about it that has disappeared. I haven't checked if my work benefits cover this (I doubt it), but our provincial plan will if it's deemed as a health risk due to infections or skin issues. Otherwise, I need to have at least $10,000 since without the problems, it's cosmetic.

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osodecanela January 31 2014, 03:38:16 UTC
A consultation with a dermatologist may be a wise idea before making any permanent decisions. There are areas that may be amenable to laser assisted liposuction which can in some situations do amazing things in tightening skin.

I know I will likely be looking at stuff like this myself in a year's time.

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beartalon January 31 2014, 03:45:49 UTC
Liposuction is definitely considered cosmetic surgery here. It's not covered and there is no cost control that I know. Still, I'll ask my professionals.

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maxauburn January 31 2014, 09:42:11 UTC
Not much I can say to help except it's great you're losing the weight! I bet you feel better, now, too!

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beartalon February 1 2014, 17:25:02 UTC
Thanks, Gerry!

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charliebearnj January 31 2014, 13:05:53 UTC
I have a friend from SF who has had two sets of surgery. It's not covered by most insurance here either... and recovery takes quite a while.

I could put you in touch, if you'd like someone to talk to about this.

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beartalon February 1 2014, 17:24:35 UTC
I will keep this offer in mind, and I thank you for it. I need to be in a better frame of mind and talk to my own clinic first about what to expect as the program winds down. Hopefully I will reach out to you in a week or two.

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beartalon April 11 2014, 16:23:18 UTC
The clinic says that to be considered for work benefits/provincial medical plan coverage, that I have to maintain or decrease my body weight for at least six months to a year and have documented issues with health relating to the hanging skin.

I can do anything I like if I pay for it myself.

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charliebearnj April 15 2014, 21:15:39 UTC
Dang.. well, start the documentation process... and find a doctor in case you have problems...?

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