Re: need help w/ doctor decision

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Shari,

I didn't go to Dr. Kolb. I didn't spend thousands either. I didn't get mine removed en bloc. I was and still am happy with my results. He did a great job and it all went well. He removed the capsules, just not enbloc and gosh was I ever so sore from him scraping me out. I healed pretty nicely though. Flat at first like a flat tire, but they have refilled. I'm not huge, but I'm a 34C padded bra now. I didn't need a lift either, if I had needed one I don't even know if I would have done it. I just wanted the implants out and to move on. Many women here have had enbloc and are so thrilled with that.

Check all your resources and call as many docs so your bases are covered. I couldn't see spending thousands either. I just couldn't justify it. The ball is in your court once you get all the info. Really it is all about who you are comfortable with and trust, I personally feel. Its such a personal decision, just like getting the implants. What size, amt etc?. I was scared too like crazy, but in my gut I kept feeling I should go to this guy and it all worked out okay for me. He didn't give me emotional support nor spend hours stroking my hand comforting me. He just removed them. I like to say I needed him for his skill only, then I could get my support elsewhere. He did everything I asked, but I didn't tell him they were making me sick either. I simply told him I wanted them out because I didn't want them anymore because they were too big and too heavy.

I do agree with everyone here to get the capsule out. Getting all the extra testing on the implants etc. is costly, but it depends on what your intentions are.

hope I could help,

Deb halvey70@... wrote:

hi everyone - I have decided after the nightmare appt w/the infectious disease spec last week that i need to make an appt to see someone that I know for sure can help me and order tests to get to the bottom of my illnesses and help w/ my disability case also. It looks like Dr. Kolb is the closest - about 8 hours away. I know there are mixed views on different docs here but I was wondering who she has helped and how?? good - bad - whatever. I am going to self pay and don't want to make a trip just to have someone look at me... i want tests & proof & options for healing, etc. Not to sound like a freak here but i am tired of paying so much for doctor visits and getting no where - I don't mind traveling if I know for sure I will get helped. Please let me know asap

as I have got to do something before I go nuts!! i was also thinking of bringing my son in for testing, too...thanksloveshari