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Angelpoozie
on 10/21/10 3:53 am
on 10/21/10 3:53 am
Topic: Need a Surgeon for follow up issue
I recently moved to Terre Haute, IN from Missouri. I had my surgery February 2008 and sadly the surgeon that performed my RNY in Missouri has quit his practice to teach. I am having some problems and need to find a new surgeon.
I'm not sure if anyone else has these symptoms, but in the middle of the night, I get really bad chest pains. I cant breathe and the pain is horrendous. They hurt so bad that many times I break out in a sweat and last anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes. Seems like if I "sleep" sitting up, it doesnt happen as often. The pain has gotten so bad that i am afraid to fall asleep sometimes. It doesnt happen everynight so I never know when I am going to have an "attack". My regular doctor though that I was having anxiety attacks and put me on anti-freak out meds, but they never worked. Then I began to wonder if there was an issue with my new tummy. I need someone to talk to and give me a full checkup. I was hoping that someone knows a surgeon that is really good that they could recommend.
Thanks for any advice or recommendations,
Angeline
I'm not sure if anyone else has these symptoms, but in the middle of the night, I get really bad chest pains. I cant breathe and the pain is horrendous. They hurt so bad that many times I break out in a sweat and last anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes. Seems like if I "sleep" sitting up, it doesnt happen as often. The pain has gotten so bad that i am afraid to fall asleep sometimes. It doesnt happen everynight so I never know when I am going to have an "attack". My regular doctor though that I was having anxiety attacks and put me on anti-freak out meds, but they never worked. Then I began to wonder if there was an issue with my new tummy. I need someone to talk to and give me a full checkup. I was hoping that someone knows a surgeon that is really good that they could recommend.
Thanks for any advice or recommendations,
Angeline
Topic: Incisional Hernia Anyone?
So back in May I had emergency surgery for an intussusception, while 30 weeks preggo mind you. ( See story here http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/IN/4171885/Was-heading-to- my-baby-shower-and-ended-up-in-E-Surgery/)
So I go in today for a consult with Dr. Bergman for a tummy tuck. While feeling around on my tummy she says, wow did you know you have a hernia? Had not clue. I thought that was just the way the scar healed from the surgery in May plus just having a baby etc. Now I know why my jeans dont fit right, ha!
Just wondering if anyone else has had one. I have to call Dr. C this afternoon and get in to see her. Good news is Dr. B said they could fix it and do the tummy tuck at the same time.
So I go in today for a consult with Dr. Bergman for a tummy tuck. While feeling around on my tummy she says, wow did you know you have a hernia? Had not clue. I thought that was just the way the scar healed from the surgery in May plus just having a baby etc. Now I know why my jeans dont fit right, ha!
Just wondering if anyone else has had one. I have to call Dr. C this afternoon and get in to see her. Good news is Dr. B said they could fix it and do the tummy tuck at the same time.
Kim M
Mom to Emily Quinn, Born 7-16-2010
Orginal Weight 258 / Orginal Goal 145 / Revised Goal 135/ Current 124
Orginal Weight 258/ Pre- Baby Weight 125 / Post Baby 124
Mom to Emily Quinn, Born 7-16-2010
Orginal Weight 258 / Orginal Goal 145 / Revised Goal 135/ Current 124
Orginal Weight 258/ Pre- Baby Weight 125 / Post Baby 124
Topic: RE: pre op testing question
Hi! I have calmed down about it. I got all my records from my cardiologist here and it specifically says there is nothing wrong with my heart. I have chronic Chostocondritis (arthritis of the chest). So when it is bad (chest pain), everyone thinks I am having a heart attack. I've had 3 nuclear tests and they were all normal. (my insurance paid for those because of the diagnoses "chest pain".) So if he wants nuclear, I am going to really persuade him not too. I'll really be glad when I get past that day (Nov. 8th - testing and exam) and get my surgery (Nov. 17th). I'm going to my all day NUT/Nurse class this Thursday. I'm excited about that. My daughter is having RNY Nov. 3rd so I'll be with her in the hospital and that should make my surgery a lot easier. I won't have that "fear of the unknown" factor going on. Thanks for your encouragement.
Topic: RE: Noblesville, IN Support Group
Hi all-
Thank you for the responses! Looks like Monday's are good so far.
Anyone else interested?
Thank you for the responses! Looks like Monday's are good so far.
Anyone else interested?
Trac~
I am a Bariatric patient/professional, an Obesity Help Support Group Leader and Certified Life Coach. I consider myself to be one of the biggest advocates for obesity in my community. My goal is to educate the public on obesity as a disease and give back to the bariatric community through my personal experiences and life coaching.
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I am a Bariatric patient/professional, an Obesity Help Support Group Leader and Certified Life Coach. I consider myself to be one of the biggest advocates for obesity in my community. My goal is to educate the public on obesity as a disease and give back to the bariatric community through my personal experiences and life coaching.
**Obesity Help Magazine Promotional offer.. Sign up for a 1-year subscription and receive a reduced rate of $15.95. Use code Baker11 at check out to receive your discount** Enjoy!!
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Topic: RE: Noblesville, IN Support Group
To First Goal = 165 lbs
Hi, I would be interested and Mondays are better for me due to my husband attending school on Wed. nights.
Thanks for starting this!
Thanks for starting this!
Amanda
To First Goal = 165 lbs
Topic: RE: pre op testing question
Wow, that's rough news. I hope it works out so you don't have to pay that.
Deb Breneman
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
Topic: Cruise for Indiana WLS patients
I'm a travel/event specialist and am putting together a cruise for WLS patients in Indiana. If you are interested PM me.
Debbie
Debbie
Deb Breneman
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
Topic: RE: Where has everyone gone??
I'm here but my laptop has fried twice in the past month so I"ve been away for a while. Got it back now so I should be around more often now.
Deb Breneman
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
HW: 250 SW: 240 RNY 1/25/2010 CW: 119 (22lbs below goal)
Message me to join our confidential FB group Deborah Marks Breneman and put WLS Support and I'll add you to the group. Group is "secret" so members and posts are private. [email protected]
Find out details about upcoming WLS Buddy Cruises at
http://www.facebook.com/LifeCandyTravel
Topic: RE: Long Time no chat!
Oh Kim, she is wonderful and beautiful. I especially like the 3rd one down. what an angelic face. 
I am only one, But still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do
the something that I can do.
Edward Everett Hale
Onederland 1/26/2010
Topic: RE: Trying To Get All Indiana Members Into One Group To Chat And Support One Another!
I wondered that too Kim, but The other site seems to be more active. Also you need to be a member I think to be on the other site. Not sure why that matters, 
, but I have seen more activity there than on this one.
, but I have seen more activity there than on this one.
I am only one, But still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do
the something that I can do.
Edward Everett Hale
Onederland 1/26/2010
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