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I accept what you are saying, a lot of newbies and almosts, like me need your veteran consults but I respect your explaination and wish you whether you leave now, in a month, in 6 monthes, in a yeat, only you know when it is right for you. I wish you well for your future and anything else you endeavor to undertake.
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hour, scary serious. I am finishing up a mandated 30 day electronic compliance , 4+ hours per 24. I averaged 6×. it gets faxed to Columbus. to,my bariatric program. Jessica b, my case manager delivers the faxes to Certified Nurse Practioner Valerie, my surgeon Dr Needleman's right hand woman. And then something occult,happens. They consult a voodoo priestesd, play cards, go fishing, nobody really knows. Either Valerie calls 7/6 or Jessica calls 7/9. because she will be on vacation until,then. And if i,understand i receive my surgery date. I probably,won't be able b to discard Uncle Snuffly, my,father also had apnea.
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Hi@ashleyrocx88- CPap,twin here. I have had Uncle Snuffly 6.5 months Should have,had him b sooner, one,of,my 2 sessions,i was 70 incidents per hour, scarily sriousvthere
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Surgery is 3 weeks away- starting to freak out a little
Frustr8 replied to MN_Meg770's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Boy that did not come out clear, did,it? Pain you are going down for the count, I,have no place in my life for you. I am,going,for a walk you can follow along, if, you, must, but I am going to change my surroundings foe awhile. -
Surgery is 3 weeks away- starting to freak out a little
Frustr8 replied to MN_Meg770's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Say to,yourself I am a Winner, pain you are going down,forbids count, I h a be no tile for you to in -
Happy July everybody, may we all progress toward our surgeries days. We CAN make it my friends❤👋
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Process For Revision
Frustr8 replied to sparkling's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
And. how are you doing now? Feeling pretty good?😰 -
Happy Birthday today, Happy REBIRTHDAY July 5th. My day will be later this month, doesn't keep me from being envious! Trusting EVERYTHING will go fine!😛
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Where are all the 50 something bypass patients?
Frustr8 replied to choosehope's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Bless your. ❤. Don't. know if you rememberin the New Testament that Mary "pondered these things in her heart" any mother who has lost a strong young seemingly healthy man to death does wonder. Today his surviving brother Tomkitten and I were arguing about something else and he shouted out "Your genes killed Kevin" yes he mourns too, and yes I suffer Survivor Guilt, nothing I haven't thought myself. That said,he is very supportive of my surgery to,come. He know, as I do, it is,my chance maybe last of a better healthier life. And although many places might turn me down, OSU believes in me at 72 and is willing to make this happen. Sometime this month, I do believe!!🚩🇺🇸🚩 -
Mrs Old as Dirt to the rescue. Take 2 washclothes, sew around 3 sides, take oatmeal, yes the kind in the tall round box with the smirking,old fashioned dude, fill up 3 quarters way. sew shut. Now dip,into .coolish water. Pat places gently. Really that's all Domoboro soaks are at the pharmacy, colloidal oatmeal. They can be,pricy, you,have duplicated it, on the cheap. You're very welcome!😛
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Where are all the 50 something bypass patients?
Frustr8 replied to choosehope's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
ooo I Will be following your story. I have had an aortic dissection in my family. Alas it was of the ascending aorta and my precious son. my Kevin at 31 from it, no warning, 10 years last January and I still mourn him. I see another person the age he would be now, and on start wondering would he be doing,that? Would he feel that way? Would he have had a wife and vhildren, what would his children be like, would,they,love me? All questions with no answer. -
And I plan to drink from glass#2 until I drain it dry. A motto for me today (and anyone reading substitute your name for mine, it's OKAY) The most important thing in life is to be the best Frustr8 possible. I would not have been born if the world didn't need me, if I didn't have a purpose. Some of us realize our purpose early, some later, but if we live long enough we can all achieve it. Smiles to all of you, starting with Dominion Day, in 3 days our celebration of freedom and later yet this month Bastille Day. All beautiful,wonderous days for our countries, and before I forget them also, the Philippines. It wasn't for the USA to have a colony, against our usual tendencies, but if our Mum the UK can rejoice in us, we can also smile on the Phillipines!😛
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How to find a good surgeon - this is delaying my entire process :(
Frustr8 replied to Assya's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Well many have weighed in, let me at least say a few things. Plan on sitting down and having conference with your prospective surgeon. This was a mistake I made with my,first program, I did meet with their medical assistants, nurses and nutritionists before,i even met him.bAnd intinctively,i did not like,him, oh Frusrt8, I said you are expecting too much, this is not a popularity contest, he is supposed to be skillful maybe you will fine. But I was uneasy with him. There is a old English poem " I do not like you, Dr Fell. The reason I cannot truly tell" but I perservered, did all the interviews with other medical specialities, but there was something inherently,wrong. I was just another source of income, no commitment to me or my future well--beingm If I had walked,outside their door and been run over by traffic, they would have stood there watching with detachment. Oh it hurt when the surgeon suddenly decided not to,perform my surgery, I had invested much time, my insurances had paid much,money and I was left with a profound sense of failure. Make and take a list of questions. He can advise you,on which form of surgery can best benefit you, but he or she will be holding while you are asleep your very life in the it hands - make sure it is someone you like and feel you can trust. A warm interest in you and your future health is up most. I am certain others will tell the points to bring up but this weighs heaviest on my mind. And God sustain and bless you andbwa5ch over your future surgery whatever,variety you choose. -
Kind of weird question but didn't want to sound like an idiot during my final consultation.
Frustr8 replied to GreatPyrMom's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Well today the Canadians are celebrating their country and then. in 3 short days we Americans will be celebrating our independance and freedom. Isn't it neat you can snuggle your Great Pyrenees, I can pet my 2 cats and a,dhave a chance to be healthier, fitter and live longer to enjoy our freedoms? 🇺🇸And Thank You Again to our Mum 🇬🇧 the UK❤ who sheltered us, and like a good mother allowed us to grow until we could stand strong and free,on our own 2 Feet! -
How do I update my stats in Bariatric pal?
Frustr8 replied to Lyngolean's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Well I went to it today, made some progress, I now b have my weights notated, that's the good part, when I got page #2 and put my info, it is still terlon, slid right off without stitcking, Don't know where Abbot Northwestern Hospital is, I would assume Evanston Illinois, folks it is all,I can. do to make it back and forth to Columbus and OSU, I'll be ding dang dinged if I am going to fly into Chicago and out to Northwesern unless someone hangs a big fat monetary carrot in front,of my nose. And although not everyone wants my surgeon, Dr Needleman he is my designated dude and I am hanging with him. His golden staples and sutures are going to make me into a brand new woman!👉👸👈❤ -
We, sad to say live in an age-demeaning society. Even Governor Lahm , of Colorado, said a few years ago we were a burden to society and should be allowed to die off. Then you come to someone like me, somebody who does still try, someone has hope there can be better days ahead. And then there are 20, 30, 40 even early 50 years coming in and asking. And they think Piece of Cake, we can do those quick, they are too young to have adult children who will sue our socks off if we screw something up. And the elder contempt may kick in, she had plenty of time to fix this, why should we put our self out? Meanwhile,like a dog locked outside I am begging to come in, to be only considered worthy.
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It’s like the first time all over again...
Frustr8 replied to TakingABreak's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Thank you You have made an old worrywort feel better . I guess July 1st is my,"OMG what am I dooing day" I feel all better now!😛 -
Something we presurgs need to put on Our zremember this
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It’s like the first time all over again...
Frustr8 replied to TakingABreak's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Guess I a a by certainty in an uncertain world. I'm pre surgery and the thought , of course my,remodeled tummy feeling to and betraying me,MY. There I am at my friend,And Ash 1's following all the good rules, chewing mimiNites into gray goopy apples sauce consistency , all sudden I slime,or puke all over her best tablecloth, Is she going to say O ok that happened to me once or is she going,to say OMG I am NEVER, inviting her again! There I have lost,my,friend Ash Ash1, I just think I could die of embarassment!💦💦 -
How do I update my stats in Bariatric pal?
Frustr8 replied to Lyngolean's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
And it works on an Android phone?😪 -
And I will take a camisole, no I'm not flat , post-surgery maybe down the road, it's red not see thru, but I'm stlll C cup, not for their comfort, mine.
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Today is Father's,Day and l am sure we all have MEMORIES,of when we were small. As we hand them a card, a gift, hug them and smile. Or like me , you can cherish them in your heart for they are no longer alive, even though you can no longer see them you Still feel their influence in your daily life. What,thought is precious to each of you? Please share and before this day,is through I promise to share mine.👶👦👴👸👩👨👶
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How about SPREAD JOY, NOT RUMORS
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And a little Bariatric Levity: Always eat your protein first Your nutritionist of surgeon. may change,your diet tomorrow!🍝
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