lotzasunshine

My port is about 4 inches below where my ribs meet, my bra doesn't really bother it, but I didn't wear one for about a week after surgery.

Sorry I haven't been on in a couple of days. We got the results from my dad's tests, and he has a sort of melanoma cancer, it is under the skin. I'm not sure what it's called, but he is going to be having radiation on his brain and injections for this other cancer. I don't know all the details, I am still trying to wrap my head around the fact that my dad has cancer. Also, I know that I need another fill, but with everything my parents are going through I don't feel like I should ask them to set it up. They payed for the surgery for me, and insisted that I tell them every time I need a fill. When I get another fill I am going back to Dr.K, so we'll have to see.

CONGRATZ on being in onederland!!! That must ROCK!!

I don't think that any of us were "outraged", just confused that you would post here. We ALWAYS encourage our fellow bandsters to research deeply into whoever their Dr may be, and for whatever post op care they may need. If you read our whole thread (it would take a LONG time) you would see that we do. I am disappointed however, that you would insinuate that we don't encourage anyone.

CONGRATZ!!!! :Banane53::thumbup::Banane27::smile2::laugh::Banane27: That is so awesome!!!!

So I got excited this morning when I got on the scale because it shows another 1.5 down. I didn't even have a chance to move it when I gained and now I am back to it. I seem to lose the most on the weekends when I don't watch what I eat very carefully. Go figure.

I agreed with the fact that people need to research before jumping in. I was just confused as to why you posted it in a thread that has been going for so long, where "Considering" is most likely already over for the OP.

It bugs me when patients from other Doctors post on our thread. Either we HAVE been banded by Dr. K or we are GOING to be banded by him. I hope everyone checks the details before they are banded regardless of if it is close to home or not. But the decision is usually made if we are posting on here. AND we are self pay, so the insurance thing would not apply.

Whoohoo! I can use multiquote!! Thank you both for your concern! I very much appreciate it!!

ok, sorry I haven't posted for a few days. Mini~ I was down 1.5 on friday. My Dad is doing well after his surgery. The Dr was able to remove the tumor, and they sent it for tests. The first tests that came back right after showed some malignant cells.They are going to be checking the rest of his body for tumors, and he will probably need some cancer treatment even if they find nothing. It has been a really hard weekend. But miracles keep happening along the way. First, a young Dr ordered an MRI instead of a cat scan(the regular dr said they would have missed it on a CAT scan). Then the Dr was able to pull a few strings and had the surgeon(a friend of his) look at the MRI results on his lunch break. Then the surgeon went out of his way to come in on a Saturday to remove the tumor. After the surgery the surgeon told us that if Dad hadn't gone to the clinic to get his 2 week headache checked out the he could have fallen asleep, slipped into a coma, and died withing hours of falling asleep. He has bounced right back after surgery. He woke up great, and was out in time to watch the BYU football game that he didn't want to miss. Yesterday he scared the ICU nurses by getting out of bed and walking around. My dad goes crazy if he can't work, so my mom is bringing him his laptop today. They should be moving him to a regular room today. Also, some other good news is that My SIL had her baby and I now have another nephew!! YAY!! As you can see I am really trying to keep a positive attitude and get thru the next few days. Love you guys!!

I am waiting for them to call me back, I had to leave a message. It says that I have already paid $150 right on the bill, so they'd better not try to pull a fast one!

IDK but they are going to get an earful when they call me back!! I am REALLY mad!!!:smile2::cursing::wub:

So I am really PO'd right now and need to vent! I just got a bill from the dr that gave me my 2nd fill for $274.32! When I called to set up an appointment I asked how much I would be charged. Now, just to be clear I called more than once to make sure I was getting the real price and not just because I was banded out of state. They told me the fill was $150. And there was a new patient fee of 100 (which they didn't ask for then, but i figured they would bill me). So I was looking at about $250 total right? Apparently they lied every time I called because now on top of the $150 ALREADY paid, they want the 274.32. If I knew they were charging $425 I would have gone back to Dr K and stayed overnight!!! AND I would have had one painless poke instead of the 5 minutes of digging that Dr.Cottam did!! Please tell me it's not just me!!

So I am really PO'd right now and need to vent! I just got a bill from the dr that gave me my 2nd fill for $274.32! When I called to set up an appointment I asked how much I would be charged. Now, just to be clear I called more than once to make sure I was getting the real price and not just because I was banded out of state. They told me the fill was $150. And there was a new patient fee of 100 (which they didn't ask for then, but i figured they would bill me). So I was looking at about $250 total right? Apparently they lied every time I called because now on top of the $150 ALREADY paid, they want the 274.32. If I knew they were charging $425 I would have gone back to Dr K and stayed overnight!!! Please tell me it's not just me!! :smile2::cursing::wub::cursing::cursing:

So I bought a bra and don't have the double boob caused by the bra cup being too small! I am officially a DD. YAY!!

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Thanks for all the support, prayers and cyber hugs!! I really appreciate it! This is going to be a VERY long week!

So my Dad had the appointment with the neurologist and the Dr confirmed that it IS a tumor, about 3x3cm so about an inch around. The Dr was concerned so he wants to operate and get a biopsy on Saturday morning. He might remove the tumor if they can then. I admit, I am getting more worried now because the Dr was worried. It has been only 2 weeks or so since my dad got the headache, so this is progressing fast.

I didn't have this particular problem, but I was also able to eat a lot after surgery. Congratz on losing so much so fast!

I don't think he does. Dr. K didn't have any in mine at all. Some doctors fill during surgery though. BTW congrats on being in Onederland!

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Congratz!!!! Glad you are feeling better!

I LOVED conference yesterday, it seemed like it was meant for my family and I. It really lifted my spirits. Excited for today too!

Thank you so much for your reply. I was feeling a little overwhelmed that day. I am today as well. It seems that when it rains it pours. My parents just found out that my Dad has a mass in his brain so now we are all waiting to hear if it is nothing or if it is something to worry about. So now that is on the list of things to endure for now too. Oh well, I know I'll be all right if I just pray and live like I am supposed to. About DH. He is not overweight at all, and has always led an active and healthy life until his knee problems started on his mission. The doctor that he sees is the best specialist in Utah, and one of the best in the country as he has worked with Olympic athletes. So he knows what he is doing and we just need to trust that the Lord will provide a means of DH dealing with the pain. 26 is very young to have joints replaced, but somehow we will get through it. I am definitely baby hungry but I also think it is too soon after surgery to consider getting pregnant, so now we just need to be more careful Thank you for your thoughts and prayers!

Oh Mini!! I am so sorry that you are going through this with your son! I am praying for you. Looks like a lot of prayers are going around for the Ladies on here. My Dad isn't getting a biopsy on Monday, but is meeting with the Neurologist to see if he thinks it is cancerous or not. So stuff is still up in the air and kinda scary. Some good news is that DH and I just had our anniversary dinner at a nice fancy place. And my SIL is having her second baby this weekend too. My brother sent out a text that says they are at defcon 3 lol! I am down 1.5 this week. Not too shabby.