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Topic: RE: BPD Surgery, have you had this?
Hi Anna! Yes surgery is coming up quickly as is yours! I should only be there two nights but will be thinking of you when you're in the hosp on the 20th. The docs are great and the staff at RIH is great too. I'm getting nervous and scared but know is the right decision for me and that Im going to be in great hands! I'll absolutely keep in touch and would love to have a buddy to go through these new issues with!
Talk with you soon! Melissa
Talk with you soon! Melissa
~Melissa
Topic: RE: BPD Surgery, have you had this?
Hi Melissa,
Thanks for the kind words. Your date for surgery is coming up, how are you feeling about that?
My date is the 20th of April, will be in hospital for 6-7 days because I'm having surgery on my esophogus at the same time.
We may just meet one another there!
Keep in touch will you? Would be nice to have a buddy who will be dealing with issues at same time.
God Bless
Anna
Thanks for the kind words. Your date for surgery is coming up, how are you feeling about that?
My date is the 20th of April, will be in hospital for 6-7 days because I'm having surgery on my esophogus at the same time.
We may just meet one another there!
Keep in touch will you? Would be nice to have a buddy who will be dealing with issues at same time.
God Bless
Anna
Anna
Topic: RE: Doubts
Thanks for the words of wisdom, I think there is a support group meeting at Miriam this Tuesday. if there is I plan to attend.
Again,
Thanks.
Again,
Thanks.
Topic: RE: Hey All!!!
Hugzzz back at ya Jules!!!
Lisa
Lisa
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Topic: RE: Doubts
Hi Billy!
Rest assured that Dr V is a fabulous surgeon and Miriam is an exceptional hospital!!! Definately attend support groups at least once a month througout the process and after. My husband and I attend both the Miriam and Roger Williams support group each month. Your fears and doubts will be alleviated when speaking to others who have experienced the same recooperation and faced the same challenges.
Meeting others in person is soo much better then just reading posts as you can feel free to ask specific questions at any time.
Living Life meets at Roger William the third Weds of every month at 7pm.
Both my husband and I have no regrets and you should just remind yourself of the reasons you decided to take this journey. Remember, it is a tool that should you use it to the fullest along with excercise and attending support groups, you will be successful!! Long term success is what we are all after, the goal is to relearn eating and the pounds are secondary.
One day at a time!
Good Luck! Dr V will not let you down!
Lisa
Rest assured that Dr V is a fabulous surgeon and Miriam is an exceptional hospital!!! Definately attend support groups at least once a month througout the process and after. My husband and I attend both the Miriam and Roger Williams support group each month. Your fears and doubts will be alleviated when speaking to others who have experienced the same recooperation and faced the same challenges.
Meeting others in person is soo much better then just reading posts as you can feel free to ask specific questions at any time.
Living Life meets at Roger William the third Weds of every month at 7pm.
Both my husband and I have no regrets and you should just remind yourself of the reasons you decided to take this journey. Remember, it is a tool that should you use it to the fullest along with excercise and attending support groups, you will be successful!! Long term success is what we are all after, the goal is to relearn eating and the pounds are secondary.
One day at a time!
Good Luck! Dr V will not let you down!
Lisa
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Topic: RE: Doubts
The best advice I got just before surgery was "stay off the internet." Any questions I had, any fear/ anxiety, etc... I directed to my doctor's office. I didn't need to hear any urban legends or read potentially bad news.
I was scared out of my mind before surgery. The morning I went in, every bad thought I could possibly have came running through. I told the nurses & they gave me something to help my nerves. Yay for drugs!
Seriously, though, if you're feeling that anxious, I'd call my doctor's office. I think everyone feels apprehensive at some point, it's natural but if you think it's too extreme, then that's something to address.
Breathe!! Like I said I was terrified, but it turns out for nothing. I came through surgery just fine, no complications, no pain & my weight basically fell off, never even had a stall. Best thing I ever did.
I was scared out of my mind before surgery. The morning I went in, every bad thought I could possibly have came running through. I told the nurses & they gave me something to help my nerves. Yay for drugs!
Seriously, though, if you're feeling that anxious, I'd call my doctor's office. I think everyone feels apprehensive at some point, it's natural but if you think it's too extreme, then that's something to address.
Breathe!! Like I said I was terrified, but it turns out for nothing. I came through surgery just fine, no complications, no pain & my weight basically fell off, never even had a stall. Best thing I ever did.
"Another day. Another chance to feel healthy."
Topic: RE: Hey All!!!
Just make sure you're taking care of you. I know that I've had alot on my plate and have not been doing the right things. I've been sabotaging my program and letting bad thoughts rent space in my head. I've been really depressed because I've been out of work, hopefully that will change when I go back on the 5th of April. Haven't been to meetings cuz I've been on pain meds and don't want to drive.Yada-yada-yada. Anyway, PLEASE make sure you're taking care of you.
Luv ya, Kim
Luv ya, Kim
Topic: Doubts
Well I am scheduled for surgery on 4/5/10, and I am starting to wonder if this is the right decision for me. I have researched everything that I could think of and I believe that I picked the right hospital (Mariam) and surgen (Dr. Vianthian). I know that people say that Fear and Doubt are part of the process but I never thought I would be one of those people with this fear. And it Sucks.
I have never posted before, though I do read the post almost everyday, I usually find something new to absorb from reading the different topics and the interesting answers. From reading other people's post my answers are mostly answered.
I do have a question, I have gone to the seminars at Mariam, and I know that there are other seminars at other hospitals do they really help.
Thanks,
Billy
I have never posted before, though I do read the post almost everyday, I usually find something new to absorb from reading the different topics and the interesting answers. From reading other people's post my answers are mostly answered.
I do have a question, I have gone to the seminars at Mariam, and I know that there are other seminars at other hospitals do they really help.
Thanks,
Billy
Topic: RE: Frustrated!
Hi Jenn. I remember how frustrated I was too. She will probably continue to be on the conservative side, but definitely have the conversation with her. I know that I found it easier with each fill, but I think it was over a year before I felt like I had hit the "sweet spot" where it was really working for me 100%. I remember feeling your frustration and thinking that I was just doing this on my own, but it will happen!
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