Carol J.
Preparing for Surgery!
Oct 16, 2006
I am only 17 days away from my surgery! Canadian Thanksgiving is over, my weekend away with my girlfriends is over and there is nothing else happening between now and Christmas - other than my surgery.
I got an email for Julie at Dr. L's office who advised that Dr. L had gotten my labs from my family doc and that my calcium and vitamin D are low. I have to begin supplementing now to build up my levels before surgery.
So I'm off to buy some vitamins!
BTW - I really like this new OH format.
I got an email for Julie at Dr. L's office who advised that Dr. L had gotten my labs from my family doc and that my calcium and vitamin D are low. I have to begin supplementing now to build up my levels before surgery.
So I'm off to buy some vitamins!
BTW - I really like this new OH format.
Welcome to My Blog!
Oct 16, 2006
I have a wonderful significant other, 3 dogs, one cat and a fish. My family, friends and my pets are my whole life.
My disability has made it difficult to be active and exercise as I once did. 18 years ago I weighed between 140 and 150 lbs. (And always wished I was thinner like some of my friends!)
It has become extremely difficult to get around and do everyday things.
I desparately need a serious intervention to get my life back and not end up in a wheelchair.
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 At Your Highest: You are engrossed in passions that mentally stimulate you. At Your Lowest: You seek thrills and neglect what's important in your life. In Love: You see dating as adventure and approach it with an open attitude. How You're Attractive: You passion for life makes others passionate about you. Your Eternal Question: "Am I Having Fun?" |
I have begun the process.
Saw my GP who doesn't think I meet OHIP's criteria for "irreversable tissue damage". I am very discouraged and don't know where to go from here.I am learning from other wls patients and exploring every avenue that might assist me in getting approved for wls.
I attended my amputee clinic and broke down and cried infront of my rehab doctor. I told her of my struggles with my family doctor and my feelings of helplessness. The doctor and the wonderful man who makes my artificial limbs, were very understanding and sympathetic.
The doctor told me that my wls might be covered under WSIB since the loss of my leg was a work related accident. She thinks I will have better luck with WSIB than with OHIP. I see a glimmer of hope but I'm not optimistic about doing battle with 2 big bureacracies. I'm so tired and feel worn out. Where am I going to find the energy to do this?
I'm feeling very depressed. Hopefully someone will have some good news for me soon. I see my old family doctor on June 6th and I have a sleep study on June 10th. I hope I have accute sleep apnea so that my doctor will agree that I fit the OCC application. I want to continue to pursue approval through both OHIP and WSIB.
I feel weepy, sad and anxious all the time. I know I should go back to my PCP and be assessed to see if I need my medication changed,
but I'm really upset with her right now and don't really feel like seeing her.
Went back to my PCP and had a meltdown in her office! Suddenly she couldn't do enough for me! She still won't tell OHIP that I'm at risk for death or serious tissue damage, but is willing to fill out the form anyway. I told her that I didn't think there was any point because they simply won't approve without death or serious tissue damage. She wants to wait until the results of my sleep study are back and the re-assess if I meet the criteria.
Received an email from Julie at Dr. L's. He can see me on July 14th, 2006 at 11 am. I will have to self pay, but it should help me get approval from WSIB. So States-side I will go! Looking forward to meeting Dr. L.
I'm not getting along very well with the DH right now. He hasn't been to attentive lately and I'm needing extra re-assurance because I'm suffering from depression and feel insecure due to my weight.
He doesn't seem to know how to help me, so he ignores it, which makes me even more upset. He's been away working on the cottage and was away on a business trip, so we have spent very little time together lately, which is probably a good thing given my mood.
To feel good and have more energy.
To enjoy shopping again in normal sizes.
To buy a pair of leather pants without worrying that I'll gain weight and they won't fit.
To enjoy walking my dogs.
To be someone my daughter can be proud of.
To be able to go swimming without feeling self conscious.
To be respected at work.
To be free of the anxiety of gaining weight back.
To look and feel younger.
To be fit and strong.
To be able to focus on my abilities and skills, rather than my weight.
To be sexy for my partner again.
To be able to wear the drawer full of undergarmets that are too small at the moment.
To be able to help and enjoy the cottage.
To not die in the heat.
To live longer.
To overcome my depression.
To have self confidence.
To get rid of all my weight related aches and pains.
To take better care of myself by eating right, getting proper sleep and taking time to relax.
To be a supportive and loyal friend and family member.
To not have my stomach stick out further than my bust.
To be able to fit into chairs with arms.
To not feel crammed into airplane seats.
To take a beach vacation and enjoy the sun.
To travel the world without restrictions.
To enjoy food without fear.
To not feel self conscious eating something fattening.
To not worry about eating in public.
To be one of those "naturally" skinny people we all hate.
To be rid of my jowls and double chin!
I just came back from a couple of relaxing days at the cottage.
No plumbing, electricity, running water or appliances, but nothing beats having coffee on the deck. Living out of coolers and a BBQ and a chemical potty (ewwww!) but Rome wasn't built in a day. Going to see my leg guy today for another fitting. And planning on following up with WSIB and filling out the paperwork for Dr. L.
My consultation with Dr. L. My Mom came with me and by the time we left, she wanted the DS! Dr. L. is such a lovely man! Soft spoken, direct, reassuring....I feel that I am in good hands. He says that I fully meet all of OHIP's requirements (take that! stupid PCP!). Meet Laurie D and Jamie B there, which was a treat! Now time to do some shopping!
Wow it feels like a lot has happened lately. I went for my sleep study and found out I have severe obstructive sleep apnea! Yipee!
I also had my consult with Dr. L and was very please and
reassured that I should be able to be approved without any
problems. After repeated visits to my PCP I finally got her to sign my OCC application and faxed it off a week and a half ago. Julie called me this morning to advise me that my approval had come through.
I had a wave of mixed emotions and sat there bawling my eyes out.
I was happy, relieved, and scared all at once. Now at least I can take some time, plan and hopefully be ready for my surgery. I am eternally grateful for all the advice and support I recieved here.
About Me
Barrie, ON
Location
40.2
BMI
Surgery
11/02/2006
Surgery Date
Apr 10, 2006
Member Since
