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Excited & nervous all at the same time. Been 18 yrs since my last surgery (tummy tuck).

I'm an "old timer" and we never had support back then, what exactly does an "angel" do?
Sorry you are having such a hard time with everything. You should really check those policy books. Get a Doc. slip anyway. What do they have a kitchen for if you can't eat or drink in it? weird. Hopefully you will get the test done that you need soon. hang in there and take care.
I have been reading this fourm for the last few weeks. I am new here myself. However, this is what I gather about the waiting times. It goes by co-morbidity factors like Heart Disease, Diabetes and need. I also thought that BMI plays a foctor in this as well. As you are 380lbs I would think your BMI would factor into where you would be on the list. But it is hard to know who else is on the list and how sick they are in comparison to you, or me, or anyone else.
My heaviest weight was 360lbs and I know how much pain you must be in physcially and mentally. Have you had your thyroid tested lately? I know I used to just be exhausted, even after a 12 hour sleep. And sure enough it is WAY off. Now things are alot better. It helped me lose 30 lbs and now I can function on 6 hours sleep just fine.
Hopefully something will change for the better in your situation.
Mary. :)
I know the odds are really against me but I am still hopeful. I have a great OB/GYN, Dr. Dolhanty. She is great. I started seeing her about 10 years ago when I was first placed on Meteformin. I take it 2 times a day. I am treating my boarderline Diabetes the best I can.I have been told if I want to get pregnant I need to lose a significant amount of weight. I am hoping I will get called for the May 3rd infomation session!
Mary
My heart breaks for stories like yours. I personally wish there was something I could do to help fight this long long wait list.
If it is of any help, I have heard there are medical insurance programs that offer financial loans so you can self-pay in other provinces/country. But I know that is not always an option with the extreme high costs of surgery.
Please keep posting with us and stay focused on your health. Little by little each day can make enough difference to improve your situation. Stay strong dear.
Sorry I'm not of much help, but just wanted you to know we are here for you and do care!

My apologies for such a long and rambling post, I just felt the need to get it out among people who are (or were) in the same situation. I've been reading the board for quite a while, and am so happy to hear all of the success stories! Thanks for listening!
Krista