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Sannah

By Sannah, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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cuteasabutton    19

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Wow god bless you all who have had such trouble! When did your leaks happen if you don't mind me asking??

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Sannah    258

Sannah
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Wow god bless you all who have had such trouble! When did your leaks happen if you don't mind me asking??

No problem. I was right at two weeks. The next day I was going to transition into puréed foods. I was sleeved December 5th.

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Sannah    258

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I am truly sorry you are going through this... But Im angry that your surgeon is being a jerk! WTH?

Thank you. This has been so hard for me. Even more challenging now that I don't feel like I can ask my dr questions about my body and new life. It's a bummer deal. I am hoping this other surgeon will take me as a patient for my follow up care. I really need people who can support me and be helpful right now. How's your journey going?

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No game    14,437

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I like that you are going to talk to your DR. On Tuesday about how you feel. It's sometimes uncomfortable to do but having an honest conversation might get things worked out!

I had a very uncomfortable conversation with my PCP before I had this surgery and told her that I was uncomfortable about something's and felt inferior in some respects. And was looking for a new Doctor..It was a great conversation and a turning point in my care! I have a much better relationship with her now!

Sorry about being long winded :)

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Sannah    258

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I like that you are going to talk to your DR. On Tuesday about how you feel. It's sometimes uncomfortable to do but having an honest conversation might get things worked out!

I had a very uncomfortable conversation with my PCP before I had this surgery and told her that I was uncomfortable about something's and felt inferior in some respects. And was looking for a new Doctor..It was a great conversation and a turning point in my care! I have a much better relationship with her now!

Sorry about being long winded <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':)' />

No need to apologize. It's really great to hear that you were successful. It's intimidating to go in and have this talk. But I think it's so important not just for me and learning to be a stronger advocate. But I think it holds a lot of value for her as a dr who may not be completely aware of how it feels to be a patient and endure all of this. This ride has been scary and frustrating.

I am thankful to have read your post. It gives me hope that our conversation will be good on Tuesday. But I also need to my back up plan incase things go south. I want SO BADLY to be healthy again. I want to nurture my daughter the way I used to and I want to learn how to care for my body. But I have to have supporting and compassionate care. I cannot flourish if I am unable to talk and ask questions about my body.

Thank you for sharing with me. You give me some hope that she will come to get senses and maybe even apologize!?

Wishing you all the best!!

Sannah

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No game    14,437

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:) I wish you all the best too!

Your a sweet girl Sannah and your daughter is lucky to have such a caring mom!

Laura

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tschmitt1959    0

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did they say what caused your sleeve to leak. worried having surgery the 4th and i am wondering now if it is worth it after reading your horror story.

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Sannah    258

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:) I wish you all the best too!

Your a sweet girl Sannah and your daughter is lucky to have such a caring mom!

Laura

Thank you Laura! That felt good to hear! :)

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Sannah    258

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did they say what caused your sleeve to leak. worried having surgery the 4th and i am wondering now if it is worth it after reading your horror story.

We don't know why I had a leak. I followed the rules and I was the first leak my surgeon has had with a sleeve, This process is scary! The leak, has no doubt made everything a million times worse. I do have moments of regret, because I am a Mom to a 16 month old and I have not been able to nurture my daughter like I want to. I have to lean on my husband, Mom and Sister more than I ever imagined having to do. I can tell you I stand by my decision to have this surgery. I am committed to getting better and I look forward to my future. I am learning a lot... but reality is, that this journey is hard... Just really make sure in your heart its right for you and your life style. Remember complications are rare, but do happen. Make sure to talk to your dr about them and be in tune to your body.

I listened to my body and good thing I did.. My symptoms were not typical of a leak. So, had I let it go I would have been even more sick.. I think you'll do great!!! If I can ever help out let me know.... this ride is rough, but I hear its worth it!!! :)

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Sannah    258

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did they say what caused your sleeve to leak. worried having surgery the 4th and i am wondering now if it is worth it after reading your horror story.

I want to mention one other thing.

This leak was and is without a doubt very hard to deal with. But if you have the love and support of your family and close friends it will be easier. I have really had to lean on those around me. We've shared some very intimate moments. I thought I was going to die and we talked it out. I felt like running away from everything. I have even had small victories. But no matter what someone has been here holding my hand and helping me to be strong and loving me thru it all.

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leeann71    539

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You my dear are without a doubt one of the most positive people on here. My thougjts and prayers are with you and your family. Like Laura said your daughter is very lucky to have such an amazing mom like you. It touches my heart when I hear the real love a mom has for their child or children. We are here for you if you ever need extra support :-)

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Sannah    258

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You my dear are without a doubt one of the most positive people on here. My thougjts and prayers are with you and your family. Like Laura said your daughter is very lucky to have such an amazing mom like you. It touches my heart when I hear the real love a mom has for their child or children. We are here for you if you ever need extra support :-)

Your message is heartfelt, really warmed my heart.. Thank you so much. I really appreciate this. I have struggled so much through this journey. I know i am going to come out on top and be a better mom, wife and human, but it's hard. I am so thankful for people like you who wish me well and offer support. :)

How has your process been? Are you well? If ever can I can be of support let me know I am here for you as well. This road maybe be rough, but we can accomplish anything we put our minds too!!

Thank you so much for the message. :)

Best,

Sannah

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jrabbit81    89

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Hope you are ok, what a terrible ordeal you have been through. Your positive spirt is nothing short of a mirical!!! Much love, get well soon xxx

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Sannah    258

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Hope you are ok' date=' what a terrible ordeal you have been through. Your positive spirt is nothing short of a mirical!!! Much love, get well soon xxx[/quote']

Thank you so much. I am going to be okay. But I have to admit there have been several days. I wasn't sure if I was going to be okay. I wrote a long letter for my 16 month old daughter in the event that I died.

These last two months have been very hard. I am learning how strong I can be. Thank you for the well wishes and supporting me. I feel so lucky to read all the kind and gentle words of support. I want nothing more than to heal and feel at peace with my new life. I hope I can give as much support as I have received.

Thank you for the well wishes!!! They help me heal!! :)

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