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I finally caved in and called Kim to see if she had heard from the insurance company. She told me she had spent 20 minutes on the phone with them pleading my case (her words). She suggested that they have the medical director call and speak with Dr. Ihde that day, that he was in the office. I waited all day and figured that it was Friday, I wasn't going to get an answer. Later that evening I checked the caller id and it showed that they had called, but "my sweet Eddie" was apparantly on the phone and decided to ignore the call waiting button. I was so mad!!!!!!!!!!! I had a miserable weekend worrying. Bet he doesn't do that again. LOL. As soon as I could Monday morning I called and found out the news. I was APRROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was so scared that it took a moment for me to let it sink in. My date is May 26th. I hope the few days go by fast, I should be real busy at work, so Im thinking that they should. More later

I have been in a constant state of mixed emotions for the past 3 weeks. Very irratable one moment, crying uncontrollably the next. I had to apologize to all my co-workers, but they said they understand and prefered my irratableness to the tease, LOL. I have done my pre-op at the hospital. The nurse told me that Dr. Ihde has ALOT of orders and instructions both pre and post op that he likes followed. That may be irratating for them but it gives me comfort. Today I will go see Dr. Ihde and to over my day before surgery instructions, I know Kim told me liquids all day the day before, but I don't know if she said it had to be clear or not. My parents came again to be here with me for the surgery and recovery, they are the greatest and I thank God for them. Despite my mental status, I am ready for this surgery. Ready for the pain of yet another hernia to be gone and ready to get back to losing weight and reaching my journeys goal. TTFN

Well I am home and feeling much better. Dr Ihde got more than he bargained for once he opened me up. Not only did he have to do the revision, he found the mesh from my previous hernia surgery in a ball, growing into my layers of tissue and fat. He also found not 1, but 2 hernia's. I was in surgery for over 5 hours. I closed down the recovery room I was the last person out, LOL!!!!!!!!!! I ended up being in the hospital for 15 days, much longer then I anticipated. I developed an incisinal wound with an underlying pocket. Until the underlying pocket opened itself, The Internal Medicine specialist thought I had fluid on my pancreas. I truely believe the wound is because of a night nurse, that refused to listen to me, and made me turn on my side to give me a supposatory. I found out the next day that, that particular nurse had not even been through the special bariatric program that they had set up, thank goodness I said something, I never had her as a nurse again. I learned that I have control and if you don't like how you are being treated speak up. For the most part my care at MCA in Arlington was wonderful. I loved my 2 night nurses, they were wonderful.

My first few days home were kinda rough. I thought I could be superwoman, but quickly realized that I still had to take it easy. I really had trouble with my wound the first 3 days. The Homehealth nurse had to come 3 days in a row, I knew if that continued that I would be sent to the long term care facility in Mansfield. It really is a gloified nursing home and I DO NOT WANT TO GO THERE. So the nurse and I found a way to dress the wound and be able to stay on a schedule, THANK YOU JESUS!!! I have been trying to get up and go a little each morning, before it gets to hot. Otherwise I do my walking in the house, my eating has been good and I am working deligently to get in my water.

I have my first follow up w/ Dr. Ihde next Tuesday, so I will know about weightloss and I will update then.

Wasn't thrilled with this visit. Dr. Ihde had to open up my wound some more. It seems that one of the homehealth nurses left a piece of wound vac sponge inside me and the tissue was healing around. He discontinued the wound vac and the home health care. My dad, my Eddie and myself will be doing wet to dry dressing changes twice a day. Can you say fun boys and girls.

JULY
07/11/05

I got my G-tube pulled today..THANK YOU JESUS!!!!!!!!!!! That thing was so annoying. I have lost 28lbs so far. I was scared to get on the scale, but delightfully suprised after I did. Maybe my weightloss is going to finally pick up some speed. I am going to go back to work, on a limited basis on the 23rd. I am ready, a girl can only go to walmart so many times before she goes batty. The only down note from my visit today was my wound. The skin layer is healing, but I have a pocket underneath that isn't cooperating at the same speed. Dr. Ihde mentioned having to possibly operate again. UGH!!!!!!!!!!!! I do not want that, he said he would give it another 2-4 weeks.

I have been having a life, lol. I went to a party last Saturday. The movies Sunday and dinner. Woohoo!!!!!!!!! It is nice to feel like a vital part of society. I even stopped and looked in a mirror yesterday and liked what I saw. I feel like that is progress.

AUGUST8-6-05

It has been a few weeks since I updated so I thought I would. Since my last update I have had Shingles, which weren't any fun. Caused by stress basically. I have also had another visit w/ Dr. Ihde. He said my wound looks great, just taking it's own sweet time to heal. Thank goodness, he didn't utter the surgery word again this time. He did say that when I come back on 8/23 if it still wasn't healed he would do a CT scan. Since then I have added an extra protein shake a day and it really seems to have made a difference. Not only with my wound put with my weightloss as well.

I am up to 6 hours a day at work, still on limited in my duties, but get alot of paperwork done. I have also been approached by my station manager about possibly doing some supervising in the future. He told me he really liked the job I did and how much he really appreciates the work I do. I must say that really made my day.

One last note I bought a new skirt and shirt today. The shirt was a 1X and the skirt an XL. That was so cool, such an awesome wls moment. I have also been having alot of men notice me, Eddie better be careful, the attention I am getting is really nice. I like it, I like it alot. LOL.

8-24-05

I had my wound check appointment yesterday, but there isn't any wound to check. It is healed, hallelujah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dr. Ihde was very please. He also said that I was above the average, percentage wise on weight loss. I am at 25%. My loss has been very steady right now, and I am pleased. I have been released to full duty for work, of course that means I also don't have an excuse for not vacuuming anymore. I don't have to go back and see Dr. Ihde for 3 more months. This has been a rough summer, but also an awesome summer and I am so proud of myself. My next goal is just 9lbs away. That will be a loss of 150lbs overall and I will be back in ONDERLAND, haven't been there is atleast 18 years. WOOHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!

SEPTEMBER9/23/05

Alot has gone on since my last update. The greatest thing is that I made it to ONDERLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What an awesome experience. I went from 203 to 195 in one weeks time, of course, stress was a big factor, but I will take it anyway I can.

I moved out of the house I was living in, left Eddie after an 8 year relationship. It didn't have anything to do with the surgery, except me having more self esteem. Our relationship had just reached the end, I could have continued to live there (as roommates), but that wouldn't have done me a bit of good. I needed to get back out on my own and take care of myself. I have been going out and having some fun. Met a few new people and rekindled a few old friendships that had faded away. I am smiling again and enjoying my life. ttfn

OCTOBER10-10-05

My life is going so well right now. I didn't realize how unhappy I was until I got back out on my own. I have been dating a very nice man, we were actually high school sweethearts. We reunited through classmates.com and things just clicked instantly. He makes me laugh and smile until my face hurts. He has been very supportive and wants to learn every thing he can about the surgery I had and how it affects my life.

I have gotten into a size 14 MISSES blue jeans. 14/16 tops (some I still like larger, b/c of the girls) and I bought a 42DD bra. Everyday is a new milestone and even though it was a rough summer and I went through alot, I wouldn't trade one minute for anything.

NOVEMBER11-3-2005

I am once again recovering from surgery. I had to have a ventrical hernia repair. I wasn't shocked that I had one, Dr. Ihde indicated that it was a highly probable because of the open wound from my revision. So once I discovered it and started having pain from it, I decided to go ahead and have it repaired....my deductible was already met, so why not.

My new sweetie has been right by my side through the whole thing, he never thought twice about taking off work and caring for me as I recovered. It is so wonderful, to have such a caring man in my life....I think I deserve it. He is making sure I get in my protein and after I am healed we are going to start walking together.

ttfn


DECEMBER/12-03-05

My last hernia surgery was a success, thank God. I have been off work a month and will be going back this coming Monday. I did have some signs of heart palpatations during the surgery and have had some since, I will be going to a cardiologist just to be on the safe side. I had this problem before I had wls.

My sweetie Jonathan asked me to marry him and I said YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't be happier, we will get married after the first of the year. I feel like the luckiest girl in the whole world.

It amazes me how much my life had changed (for the better) in such a short period of time. The saying is so true: When one door closes another opens..........and for the better I feel. Please don't ever be afraid to take a chance and change something in your life that isn't quite right, you might not find out what you are missing otherwise.

12-18-05

A quick update. My parents saw me for the first time since July. There were very pleased. My dad was bragging on me. My mom told me to stop showing off, I guess that is because I am now smaller than her. My sweetie Jonathan and I decided to get married while my parents were here, so our wedding date is December 31, 2005. I will post some pictures laters.

JANUARY 2006 1-03-06

I did it, I am a married woman. I am so happy.........words simply cannot express the joy I feel. I am also proud of myself for managing to make it through the holidays.....Christmas: 2 days of food, my birthday: 3 different birthday cakes, a wedding reception with lots of food and another cake and New Years Eve dinner at Edelweiss without gaining a pound. I was apprehensive about getting on the scale this morning but elated after I did. I didn't over do it too much, but I didn't deprive myself either.

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06/23/03 348 highest weight
07/23/03 314 (-34lbs)
08/23/03 297 (-51lbs)
09/23/03 277 (-71lbs)
10/23/03 266 (-82lbs)
11/23/03 251 (-97lbs)
12/23/03 238 (-110lbs)
01/23/04 225 (-123lbs)
02/23/04 218 (-130LBS)
06/23/04 208 (-140lbs)
05/23/05 240 Starting weight for revision.
06/23/05 225 (-15lbs)
07/11/05 218 (-28lbs)
08/06/05 213 (-33lbs)
08/24/05 207 (-39lbs)
09/15/05 195 (-45lbs)
09/30/05 189 (-51lbs)

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Photos

348 Night before surgery

208 09/05/04 memorial day after pannilectomey

Hospital Reviews

(Arlington, TX) - Medical Center of Arlington

(Dallas, TX) - Doctor's Hospital Of Dallas

Product Reviews

Pure DeLite

Coca cola - Minute Maid Lemonade Light

Coca cola - Minute Maid Lemonade Light

Hood - Carb Countdown - chocolate

Kool Aid - Kool Aid - Any Variety

Unjury - Unjury Chocolate

Very Fine - Fruit 2 O

Xenical Orlistat - Roche

Member Interests:

Family & Friends - I love to spend time w/ my parents, my Jonathan and my close friends

Pets - 1 FAT cat Ms. Kitty

Walking - I love to walk, but it has been limited b/c of health reason: waiting for 6-23

Computer Games - Love to play computer games

Shopping, Bargain Hunting & Auctions - Love to shop: love to ebay!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Collectibles - I collect Teddy bears of all kinds, they are one of my passions.

Cooking & Baking - I love to bake, it relaxes me, luckily I try to bake things I don't like!!!!!!!!

Fishing

Genealogy & Family History - Tried doing my paternal family, everyone's in hiding too many skeletons/closets

Auto Racing - DRAG RACING..NHRA----John Force

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Surgeon Info:
Surgeon: Glenn M. Ihde, M.D.
I met Dr. Idhe through the support group I attend. I have seen how he deals with his patients from a distance and up close and personal when my friend Melissa became his patient. I have complete faith in Dr. Ihde for a safe and successful surgery. His office staff is wonderful as well. I have only been seen in his office once so far and they have gone above and beyond.
Insurer Info:
Humana, Choicecare

There policy states must be medically necessary.
A. Must be atleast 100lbs overweight with a BMI 40 or greater.

Doctors office will deal with insurance company as far as getting approval. So far they have paid for all the test necessary to determine if a revesion is needed.