Has any one had numerous complications ????

I had an open by-pass 01/03/02 I have lost 10lbs, I started at 365 lbs,,so I am thrilled however...I had to have an "open" double hernia operation 6 months ago.I have also been hospitalized 4 additional times for reactions to MEDS and fevers of unknown origins...In addition, they diagnosed me with severe asthma, put me on an inhaler (steroid) and then prescribe PRETOSONE to compensate for my CAT_SCAN with contrast...Apparently this STEROID mixture can cause cardiac arrest within days, it is letal conbination, and I WAS THE ONE TO RECOGNIZE THE SIDE-EFFECTS (I had not slept for four days straight)I went to the ER and they straightened it out. I have recently developed 2 new incisional hernias(ther popped out at xmas) My employer will TERMINATE me if I need another medical leave within the next 6 monts...Guess my question is "HAS ANYONE ELSE SO MANY COMPLICATIONS???" hOW DANGEROUS is it to walk around with incisional hernias???I am not in pain yet, just uncomfortable with my abdomen protruding like I am 8 months pregnant...I am only 44 years old...Thanks for your responses .Irene Bickerson

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