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I have rheumatoid arthritis and I receive medication once a month iv. Due to my heavy weight I had to get a medical port implanted so that they could get iv access. For 3 years I have had to choose clothing that would hide the port. Embarrassed how it looked and stuck out. I had rny to help my RA and reduce my need for medication. While I still receive the medication iv they are now able to get access with no problems, and today I had my port removed. Now I can wear the cute dresses and shirts with no thought about how my port will look, or if the clothes hide my port. As I have lost my weight the port stuck out more and more and you could actually see and move the device. Just another step to a healthier me!

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I have rheumatoid arthritis and I receive medication once a month iv. Due to my heavy weight I had to get a medical port implanted so that they could get iv access. For 3 years I have had to choose clothing that would hide the port. Embarrassed how it looked and stuck out. I had rny to help my RA and reduce my need for medication. While I still receive the medication iv they are now able to get access with no problems, and today I had my port removed. Now I can wear the cute dresses and shirts with no thought about how my port will look, or if the clothes hide my port. As I have lost my weight the port stuck out more and more and you could actually see and move the device. Just another step to a healthier me!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! That is what makes all the hard work worth it!

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Congrats! That's wonderful! Happy shopping! :)

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This is wonderful news.

Congratulations!

Here's to feeling better.

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Awesome news!!!!

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Thanks everyone.

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I am so happy for you!

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