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Jerzeegator    0

Jerzeegator
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Hi Ladies.....

Well I am at the 6 week mark... I am still very swollen and had my drains in for 4 weeks and finally over the colitis (C DIFF) that I got from the antibiotic. My belly button died and because I was so sick from the colitis I couldn't get back in the OR right away. Yesterday my hubby and I went to the Jersey Shore to have a nice day together and I doubled over in pain walking along the boardwalk I made home but it got worse and I ended up in the ER for 14 hours ugh and after many tests to add to my stress I now have a umbilical hernia I am sooo frustrated I see the surgeon on Thursday ...Wish me luck ...

Kelly

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SVM10    6

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Hi Ladies.....

Well I am at the 6 week mark... I am still very swollen and had my drains in for 4 weeks and finally over the colitis (C DIFF) that I got from the antibiotic. My belly button died and because I was so sick from the colitis I couldn't get back in the OR right away. Yesterday my hubby and I went to the Jersey Shore to have a nice day together and I doubled over in pain walking along the boardwalk I made home but it got worse and I ended up in the ER for 14 hours ugh and after many tests to add to my stress I now have a umbilical hernia I am sooo frustrated I see the surgeon on Thursday ...Wish me luck ...

Kelly

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SVM10    6

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Kelly,

I'm so sorry you are having so many issues. I hope you recover and feel better soon. I can't imagine having drains in so long. You are in my prayers.

I feel bad for complaining about my upper abs with all that you are going through. I am frustrated after paying so much all out of pocket and not be satisfied.

Keep us posted.

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jlball    0

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I am wondering how your surgery went?? Did your insurance agree to pay for any of it?? Have you on my mind...hope all is well. How is the recovery going??

Thanks Sue. I am sure I will be terrified by the time July 13 gets here- lol. I will be a hot mess by then I am nearly positive. Luckily my hubby will be home take care of the kids (all 3 of em). How long is the typical hospital stay?

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Flammingjun    0

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Just tuned on bc I found the topic interesting and something I'd like to get eventually...all the experiences I've read on this topic have been eye opening...I feel like I know you guys...

Goodluck with everything...keep posting and feel better...

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mauraclegg    29

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Still waiting here- and VERY FRUSTRATED with the doctor's office staff. Hopefully soon >:-(

Jerzee so sorry you're having such issues

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Jerzeegator    0

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So I was able to get in w/a general surgeon on Wed at 9am and then I see the plastic surgeon on Thursday. I am hoping for the best I am exhausted and so frustrated. Thank you all for the warm wishes I need them...I will keep you updated.

Kelly

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mauraclegg    29

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Keeping my eyes open for a reply from you Kelly to see how you are doing :o)

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Jerzeegator    0

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Keeping my eyes open for a reply from you Kelly to see how you are doing :o)

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Jerzeegator    0

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Well what they thought was an umbilical hernia turns out to be a full hernia under my port and my port is getting caught in it UGH so it explains all the pain.... I am seeing my bariatric surgeon on Thursday and see what the end result will be either surgery or wait and see if I will continue to heal.

I am going out for a martini I deserve it....Have a great weekend

Kelly

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mauraclegg    29

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FINALLY - a DATE... August 26th at 7:15 am... I nearly had to kill the new girl at my doctors office because she tried to give me a date towards the end of September... but in 10 days in I go....

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FINALLY - a DATE... August 26th at 7:15 am... I nearly had to kill the new girl at my doctors office because she tried to give me a date towards the end of September... but in 10 days in I go....

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Jerzeegator    0

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FINALLLLLLLLLLLLY .... I am so happy to hear.....make sure you get some restrictive pants although I had major set backs they made a huge difference. Please stay in touch and let me know how you are doing. I meet with my bariatric surgeon on Thursday because my hernia is under my port so we shall see what will happen.

Kelly

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SVM10    6

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FINALLY - a DATE... August 26th at 7:15 am... I nearly had to kill the new girl at my doctors office because she tried to give me a date towards the end of September... but in 10 days in I go....

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SVM10    6

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Wonderful, persistence pays off! Keep us posted.

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