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February 17th, 2008..... Had another fill Tuesday the 12th. So far, after 4 fills still no restriction. I have tried to re-gain confidence with this Dr.but without success. He continues to always be late for appt.s (at least 40 minutes) and then comes in in such a hurry, I'm not sure he even hits the port. He applies a topical, then immediately pokes the needle in, not even waiting for it to deaden. I wish I had never chosen him, or at least tried to change dr.s after the messed up surgery he did on me (two surgeries in one day). (see archives) I only hope this does not happen to any of you ,out there. Please learn all you can about your doctor, before considering this surgery.I called and talked to a nurse about this, and only hope he gets the message about how unhappy I am.Some of these drs. think they are so infallible, and are always so unquestionably right. I think they think no one should question them. Sorry, this is so negative, hope I have good news next time. Cindy

I haven't posted since October, I've had a fill the first part of November, and made it through Thanksgiving and Christmas with a 3 lb. weight loss, which totals 32 lbs. lost. I have not had a fill since. I tried to get in , in December, without success, My appt. was during an ice storm, so couldn't make it then. Made another appt. and there was a snow event, another missed appt. Then I couldn't get scheduled the time Dr. Hitchcock could take me, because of my work schedule the rest of December. Then when I call for an appt. in Jan. he is on vacation the entire month, and what's worse, he won't allow anyone else to do his fills. Right now I am 3 lbs UP, and have an appt. the 12th of Feb. for my fill. I'm just a bit discouraged right now, I certainly hope this fill will work for me. He had a difficult time finding my port, last time, that was a bit uncomfortable.

Well, to update...... Went to get my stitches out the 13th of September, I had lost 29.5 lbs. I hope the weight loss is not from my being de-hydrated, or from the infection. I've had a difficult month trying to heal, but now doing better. I am now feeling great, and regaining my strength. I slowly have my energy level returning. I am very grateful, for the prayers that were said on my behalf.I will see the Dr. tomorrow for my first fill, I wonder why I'm nervous? LOL. I hope it goes better than the surgery!!!!!

 Well, I survived the day of surgery, but would not want anyone to go through what I did, on that day. I had surgery the 5th of Sept. 2007, at 7:30am. Went back to the holding room, they made me swallow pain meds (liquids) plus sips of water and ice. Nothing was moving!!!! I spit up,and continued to spit up for an hour.I guess at that point they realized something was amiss. I then went to x-ray,for a swallow test, my esophagus was swollen with  the liquids, and NOTHING was moving. My band was totally restricted at that point. The Dr. finally came in, and looked at the scan and said " Is not that interesting?" Certainly not for me!!!! He then informed me I will have to back to surgery, to correct the problem. Not what I wanted to hear, but what could  I do? Had the surgery, and was in a great deal of pain, had to spend the night in the hospital, along with my husband who refused to leave me.Thank God!!!

I will be going to surgery in the morning, I will have to admit, I'm a little nervous,I talked to my best friend, Delores, in Cabool yesterday, she has a calming effect on me, so I'll probably call her again today.LOL.(and maybe tonight). All joking aside, I will be glad when the surgery is over, and I will be on my way to being healthy again.I'm so thankful for all the support I've received from family, friends,family at OH,and my husband. I love you all. See you on the losing side!!!! 

August 29th, 2007
     This time next week my surgery will be over, and hopefully will be home resting.This has been a learning experience I will not soon forget. I've met such wonderful and supportive people, and learned so much about myself. I've been up,down,upset,happy, scared,and worried, especially about my peers on here. I can say I've learned patience, a greater knowledge of being obese,and how people view themselves,and value other people. I thank God for this experience.

August 14th, 2007
Met with Dr. Hitchcock today, he is such a nice man, and very bright!!!! I am so very happy to be on the surgery list.I met Nola, and the office staff. I am so very glad to have them in my corner. I don't know why, but I wasn't expecting a surgery date today, but was I ever pleased!!!!!

 I am up-dating as of today, I have seen Dr. Sabapathy this week and he says I will only have to see him one more time!He said I have made a lot of progress, with  keeping a food diary, and with the loss of 9 lbs. I am so happy. He has asked me this week to do more planning of meals. I am always so tired when I get off work, and eating quick meals have been a habit. I am adding complex carbs now, along with the water.He suggested a plastic baggy, with eggs,string cheese, or deli chicken or turkey for lunches, or for times when I was too hungry. Great idea so far!!!!I will see him again August 6th, then maybe, just maybe a date with Dr. Hitchcock.?????

 Well, I'm still here!!! and still waiting. I have done all that  the pre-surgery schedule has required me to do, at this point in time.I am now hung up with more visits with the psychologist. I was asked to see him 3 more times. This will take me to the end of August to complete. Then who knows. I'm  very disappointed. But wait I will!!!

Well, today I saw the dietition, Teresa, at S.M.M.C. I was also tested at Dr. Sabapathy's office. It sure seems like a lot to take in at one time. I am hopeful to get this all sorted out soon.It was so very hot today, the heat just zaps me out.