My Explant on Jan 18, 2002

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Hello all,

It has been awhile since I had post. I have been feeling worse than

ever and really disapointed with the negative posts. We really need

to stick together since we all have been affected by this and nobody

else seems to understand this issue. We need to be kind to one

another since I think that is maybe one of the reasons why we might

have done this to ourselves in the beginning. Complimenting one

another creates confidence. On a more positive note, I just want to

say that if it weren't for this group, I wouldn't be having my

explant surgery. You all have given me so much information and

support and I don't feel alone and scared. It is great to hear that

a lot of the women who have had implants feel relief from a lot of

the symptoms. As for the women who are still struggling, I hope that

things will get better. I will pray for you. As for me, I have

confidence that my health will improve since it has been a little

over 3 years rather than 20. I was very fortunate to find this group

and hope that in the future I will be able to help someone else like

you have helped me. My surgery is on Friday Jan 18, 2002 in the

morning. Almost a week away and I am so excited. I was very nervous

but now I am not scared anymore after reading other women's stories.

I hope to bring you good news when I return from my surgery. I will

be meeting with Patty the night before my surgery and I am really

looking forward to it. If anyone has any tips for me please let me

know. I have got my saltine crackers and gingerale ready!

Love,

Angelika