Dee T.
3 weeks later
Feb 17, 2007
2-18-07
Well, it is 3 weeks since I was to have my surgery. I am sticking to my "diet" and have lost 10 lbs and 4 inches. I feel much better about myself. I have to have an MRI done on my stomach to see about these lesions, which the Dr. thinks are enlarged blood vessels in my liver and should be nothing to be concerned about but wants to make sure. The support my husband and son have been giving me has increased so much (since they didn't want me to have surgery) so I feel much better. Also, I have a wonderful friend Danny K that lives in the state of Washington but supports me and calls constantly to see how I have been doing, we even walked together on the treadmill while on the phone..I'm glad nobody heard the heavy breathing on the phone...LOL. But I will continue this diet for as long as I can. It is slow going and not near the results I would have had with surgery, but I suppose for right now that is my only choice.
Dee
Well, it is 3 weeks since I was to have my surgery. I am sticking to my "diet" and have lost 10 lbs and 4 inches. I feel much better about myself. I have to have an MRI done on my stomach to see about these lesions, which the Dr. thinks are enlarged blood vessels in my liver and should be nothing to be concerned about but wants to make sure. The support my husband and son have been giving me has increased so much (since they didn't want me to have surgery) so I feel much better. Also, I have a wonderful friend Danny K that lives in the state of Washington but supports me and calls constantly to see how I have been doing, we even walked together on the treadmill while on the phone..I'm glad nobody heard the heavy breathing on the phone...LOL. But I will continue this diet for as long as I can. It is slow going and not near the results I would have had with surgery, but I suppose for right now that is my only choice.
Dee
Surgery Post-poned
Jan 25, 2007
1-25-07
Well, I guess you all know by now I did not have my surgery. I was called the day before (1-23-07) by my PCP to inform me that my CT scan came back that I have lesions on my liver. My surgeon said it was ok to still have the surgery and he did not see any complications with them. I spoke to him and my PCP several times throughout the day on Tuesday but decided I have to be safe and get my liver checked out prior to going through this surgery. I wasn't really happy about not having it done and was feeling sorry for myself and the "pitty me poor me" syndrome. Yesterday I was feeling a little better about my decision and went to the grocery store and bought "healthy food" I started a really strict diet and exercise program. Well, you know what? I feel I did the absolute right thing by post poning my surgery. I will take care of my liver and attempt again to get healthy on my own. I appreciate all the kind words of encouragement and support you all have shown me. I will still continue to post comments and support all of you who decide surgery is best. I am not saying I am not having the surgery, but just not right now until I find out about my liver which should be in a few weeks. I will get to the losers bench one way or another!!!!
Dee.
Well, I guess you all know by now I did not have my surgery. I was called the day before (1-23-07) by my PCP to inform me that my CT scan came back that I have lesions on my liver. My surgeon said it was ok to still have the surgery and he did not see any complications with them. I spoke to him and my PCP several times throughout the day on Tuesday but decided I have to be safe and get my liver checked out prior to going through this surgery. I wasn't really happy about not having it done and was feeling sorry for myself and the "pitty me poor me" syndrome. Yesterday I was feeling a little better about my decision and went to the grocery store and bought "healthy food" I started a really strict diet and exercise program. Well, you know what? I feel I did the absolute right thing by post poning my surgery. I will take care of my liver and attempt again to get healthy on my own. I appreciate all the kind words of encouragement and support you all have shown me. I will still continue to post comments and support all of you who decide surgery is best. I am not saying I am not having the surgery, but just not right now until I find out about my liver which should be in a few weeks. I will get to the losers bench one way or another!!!!
Dee.
2 more days!!!
Jan 22, 2007
1-22-07
Ok, I am back again. I was having some major issues lastnight. Was having 2nd thoughts on the surgery and everything. Things are better today. I started taking my antibiotics (YUCK) but anyway, they make me nauseated. I have been trying to drink alot of liquid just so I can keep them down. I am really excited and hoping and praying everything will be ok. I hope all of you keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I will post again later today.
Dee
Ok, I am back again. I was having some major issues lastnight. Was having 2nd thoughts on the surgery and everything. Things are better today. I started taking my antibiotics (YUCK) but anyway, they make me nauseated. I have been trying to drink alot of liquid just so I can keep them down. I am really excited and hoping and praying everything will be ok. I hope all of you keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I will post again later today.
Dee
3 more days!
Jan 21, 2007
Well, I'm not sure where to begin with this post. I am having many thoughts go through my mind. I am scared, nervous, excited all in the same breath.
The Scare is over!!!
Jan 19, 2007
1-19-07
Dr. Elias's office called on 1-16-07 and said I needed a CT scan of my abdomen. I asked why, but of course nobody "knew" anything, the lady that answered the phone just said I needed it done. My PCP called (my cousing God Bless her) works there and she called to advise me that they found a "mass" on my liver but it could just be a shadow. I was extrememly upset and crying, put myself right in the middle of a Migraine. Oh well, I thought here I go again (had a scare a few months back with lumps in my breast). I went for the scan, and the Tech said he didn't see anything but not to count on his words since he is only a Tech, but for some reason it made me feel much better. I called the office at 9am this morning and was answered with yeah, we have the results, but Dr. isn't in until 3pm. OMG...how much can one person take??!!!??? I waited, not patiently, until 3:17 pm and called, and was advised there was nothing there and the surger is a GO!!!!! I can't believe it! I am so relieved, but nervous at the same time. Well, I will write more later, have alot to get done between now and then!
Dr. Elias's office called on 1-16-07 and said I needed a CT scan of my abdomen. I asked why, but of course nobody "knew" anything, the lady that answered the phone just said I needed it done. My PCP called (my cousing God Bless her) works there and she called to advise me that they found a "mass" on my liver but it could just be a shadow. I was extrememly upset and crying, put myself right in the middle of a Migraine. Oh well, I thought here I go again (had a scare a few months back with lumps in my breast). I went for the scan, and the Tech said he didn't see anything but not to count on his words since he is only a Tech, but for some reason it made me feel much better. I called the office at 9am this morning and was answered with yeah, we have the results, but Dr. isn't in until 3pm. OMG...how much can one person take??!!!??? I waited, not patiently, until 3:17 pm and called, and was advised there was nothing there and the surger is a GO!!!!! I can't believe it! I am so relieved, but nervous at the same time. Well, I will write more later, have alot to get done between now and then!
8 days to go!
Jan 16, 2007
1-16-07
Well, I was feeling like a million bucks until lastnight. Someone bursted my bubble! This person says she supports me in anything I want to do, but feels if I have "will power" and determination I can lose the weight on my own. I have tried numerous diets and pills and everything else. I wouldn't be going through this if I hadn't tried. Anyway, she proceeds to tell me about lap band and how all the tv commercials are promoting it where she lives. I explained that I have looked into the lap band and it is not for me. I told her I am having the GB and she said ok. We continue the conversation, and well another blow, someone she knows, knows another person who died a few months ago and had the surgery at the same hospital I am. I know she is worried, but I have enough on my plate right now to be talking to someone who is so against it, and "claims" to support me. I wanted to tell her exactly what I was feeling, but I know it would just cause more problems. I am now feeling bad about everything I am about to do. I am so thankfull for the support I have on this web site! I will post later and hopefully be in a better mood. I only have 8 days to get back into better spriits!
Well, I was feeling like a million bucks until lastnight. Someone bursted my bubble! This person says she supports me in anything I want to do, but feels if I have "will power" and determination I can lose the weight on my own. I have tried numerous diets and pills and everything else. I wouldn't be going through this if I hadn't tried. Anyway, she proceeds to tell me about lap band and how all the tv commercials are promoting it where she lives. I explained that I have looked into the lap band and it is not for me. I told her I am having the GB and she said ok. We continue the conversation, and well another blow, someone she knows, knows another person who died a few months ago and had the surgery at the same hospital I am. I know she is worried, but I have enough on my plate right now to be talking to someone who is so against it, and "claims" to support me. I wanted to tell her exactly what I was feeling, but I know it would just cause more problems. I am now feeling bad about everything I am about to do. I am so thankfull for the support I have on this web site! I will post later and hopefully be in a better mood. I only have 8 days to get back into better spriits!
12-29-06
Dec 28, 2006
Well, just got the call this morning, I AM APPROVED!!!
My date is scheduled for 1-24-07
My date is scheduled for 1-24-07
