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MicheleK

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  1. MicheleK

    Things are looking up!

    Woohoo! WTG!
  2. Thank God you found another doctor!! I'm so glad you're doing better. These kind of stories terrify me. It's so insane that a human being can be treated like this and the people that do it are allowed to continue without any kind of action being taken against them. I've tried to sue a doctor before and was turned down by every lawyer in town...my father (a 3 times cancer patient at the time) was running high fevers and his tongue was swelling, he couldn't eat and was pale (he looked very sick). His primary care doctor kept telling him he was having a reaction to shellfish (my father hadn't eaten shellfish in years). Finally we took him to the hospital, he had advanced liver cancer (died 2 wks later). I had literally BEGGED his PCP to give him a CT scan, he said and I quote, "it's not needed, you get in there and start seeing things you don't need to know about." Uhh, wtf? I sent him a "Thank You" card the day of my father's funeral...I'm still very angry about it (and it was 10 years ago). I can't imagine how you felt being in that hospital room in that much pain only to be ignored...not only ignored but laughed at. I just don't know what to say...that experience must of been like a nightmare.
  3. You look amazing!! Grats (Love the hair!)
  4. Thank you for the friend invite :)

     

    I hope all is going well!

  5. MicheleK

    One Step Left!!!

    I have my surgeon's appointment on June 25th. I just finished my 3 month supervised diet. I spoke to the insurance lady at my surgeon's office and she said after I meet with him I can expect to only have one more appointment for my psych exam then I'm good to go (as far as sending my info to Aetna for approval). I'm hoping I have my appointment shortly after meeting with my surgeon...I'm SO ready to get this done, lol. As luck would have it, I've had several folks at different doc's offices comment on how good my insurance is, it covers A LOT (even fertility treatment), so I'm hoping the process for approval is painless. My husband (who's insurance I'm using) has 4 girls that work for him that have all had Lapband done this year! Good luck to everyone that's rounding the final corner, we're all so close to our new life!
  6. Holy crap!! You are an inspiration to me. I can only HOPE to do near as well as you have. Wow...just wow. :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:
  7. MicheleK

    Arrrrrrggggh.

    I have a horrible issue with facial hair, I'm a strawberry blonde and some of the hairs grow in blackish, lol. I have them on my chin and neck and even a few by my ears (side burn area). I pluck, shave (if in a hurry) and occasionally wax...but it's mostly plucking. One of the "rewards" I'm giving myself after I get my band and lose my first 50lbs is having laser treatment...I've only had this issue since I've been obese.
  8. MicheleK

    Period talk.

    About 4 years ago I lost a lot of weight (starvation dieting...I know, I know). I noticed an immediate change in my periods. All my adult life I've had HORRIBLE periods...bleeding, cramping, clotting...they last 5 days and the first 2-3 I'm almost bedridden. After losing about a 100lbs, I was actually able to be active, wear only a tampon (without worrying if I would bleed all over myself) and I was able to comfortably leave the house!! I hope this happens again with the Lapband...it was very nice. :biggrin:
  9. MicheleK

    Miserable!!

    Same here, my DH is very supportive of me having this procedure...and as sweet and kind as he is...he...will...never...understand...my...food...addiction. He can sympathize with it, but he wont ever understand it like another obese person would. When we fight it's usually my rotten mood swings that cause it. I feel sorry for him, I can tell he's getting frustrated with all my insecurities (especially in the bedroom) but I think he's hoping for the best from this surgery just like I am. :biggrin:
  10. I would totally have mine done. Mine is droopy and fat as it is, I can't imagine the condition after I lose all this weight, lol.
  11. MicheleK

    Miserable!!

    I'm glad I'm not the only one with these issues. It's amazing how insecurity with our bodies effects every single aspect of our life. I hope to hear Monday about my psych appointment...that's the final hurdle before submitting to Aetna for approval. My BMI is over 50 and I have 2 co-morbities (I prolly spelled that wrong). I don't think I'll have a problem getting approved.... I just want my damn surgery so I can start living again. People don't realize how much stress being obese causes. The emotional aspect is really tough to deal with. I'm dedicated to this, and I will make my band work for me....I'm so ready to start my journey. :frown:
  12. MicheleK

    OK ladies... I have a questions about the drive...

    Thank God it comes back. I've noticed the last several months my sex drive has disappeared. I used to be the "horny" one and pretty much kept my DH worn out....now I have close to no interest in sex. I know it's due to all the insecurities about my body. :smile: I can't wait til it comes back :frown:
  13. MicheleK

    Ugh

    Vicious circle anyone?? insecure, eat, gain weight, more insecure, pick fight with DH, eat, gain weight, more insecure... It's been a crappy couple of days. :mad::thumbup::mad::smile2::mad:
  14. MicheleK

    Ugh

    Not yet it seems. I'm not on a binge, but I'm still a raving mass of insecure loser-ness. I seem to want to make my DH as miserable as possible...he's handling it well this afternoon. He's trimming trees in 95 degree heat to get away from me. I took a nap and feel somewhat better. Thanks for the hugs Froggi
  15. I'm slowly trying to get used to it so I won't be shocked when I start my 2 weeks (waiting on a call for psych visit so I can submit for approval). Yes, the higher my protein the lower my hunger, so far anyway. :thumbup: There's no way I'm not shrinking this liver, I can't imagine waking up from surgery and being told that my band wasn't placed. My heart really hurts for pnutsmom....
  16. MicheleK

    GP derailed me today!

    Wow you've been through hell! I'm glad it all worked out in the end, I know how frustrating it can be with doctor's offices and docs in general. My PCP is awesome and 100% behind me having the band (she had one done a year ago), but her office staff is awful...forgetful, loses stuff etc. I'm SO happy for you PB!
  17. Wow, that's so disappointing!! I'm so sorry that happened. However, I'm glad they didn't insert the band if it could possibly be dangerous. I would shop around and see what other doc's require, I know my doc does a 2wk high Protein diet to shrink the liver, what kind of pre-op were you on? I'll be thinking about you, either way you WILL get this done! :thumbup: Hang in there!!!
  18. Oh, God it's been a horrid month... First, my mother has some kind of colon infection that causes ulcers (Colitus (sp)). We find out because a few weeks ago she decides to pass out and vomit all over her bedroom (she lives with DH & I, she has severe osteo-arthritus). Anyway, I call the ambulance and her BP is 40/20...she almost DIES in the emergency room (she became septic). After 3 days in ICU she finally recovers, is in the hospital about 10days and now is home resting and recovering. I'm thrilled she's alive, too bad nobody can enjoy her recovery. Her back is very bad with bulging disks etc. about once every 3 years she has injections in her back that helps her deal with the pain. She is VERY overdue for them but missed her last appt because she was in the hospital. We've rescheduled but it's basically been me playing caregiver because she can hardly get out of bed. Not being mean here, I love my mother but it's taking it's toll on me, mainly because I'm having an issue myself...(TMI Incoming) For the last month I've had one HUGE, HORRIBLE period...just out of the blue. I'll slow down for a day or two then BAM heavy bleeding, clots etc. I'm really worried...but, everytime I make an appt to see my doctor something happens and I have to be home with my mother. I'm about ready to scream..... I feel sick and miserable ALL THE TIME. I've NEVER had periods like this, EVER. My emotions are all screwed up and my body is SCREAMING for all this to stop. My mother finally has her appt on Tuesday, and maybe just MAYBE I can find out what the hell is my problem on Wednesday. Sorry guys, just venting but I feel like I'm going to EXPLODE from all this. I'm so miserable and depressed....on top of that we've pretty much burned through all our savings (I've been out of work) and now that I'm so close to surgery time, I don't want to return to work because I'll just have to take off in another month or so for surgery stuff. (besides my mother is a FULL TIME JOB) So, in addition to everything, money is getting tighter by the minute. AHHHHHHHHH *CRY*
  19. MicheleK

    Issues.. **TMI Warning**

    Thank you for the words of support!! It's nice to be able to complain and have other people understand what you're going through. I have a dr's appt on Wednesday...so I hope I can get some answers. You guys are the best!! :tt1:
  20. MicheleK

    July 24th!

    Grats on your confirmed July date. I'm looking at July as well for my surgery as my 3 month diet plan (insurance required) will be over at the end of this month! YAY for July Bandsters!!!
  21. I've been reading a lot about PCOS lately since a friend of mine was diagnosed. We have similar symptoms and I'm wondering if I might have it as well. I see my PCP next week and was wondering what tests are required to check for PCOS? If anyone could inform that would be great :biggrin: Thanks!
  22. MicheleK

    banded on the 15th april

    You folks will do anything to get out of doing taxes! :tongue: Seriously, grats to each of you. As someone starting the journey to getting banded (and a little scared of surgery), it helps a lot to read how amazing you guys are doing! WTG! :biggrin:
  23. MicheleK

    Its been four days since surgery and...

    Thanks for your post. As I move closer to submitting paperwork to my insurance company, I enjoy reading info on how different people feel/and deal with post-op issues. Grats on your new band
  24. MicheleK

    Anyone looking to lose 300+?

    Wow Becky, you rock
  25. You fail at multiple accounts.

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