Scared

[Guest guest]

Thank you for your response. I would love to meet you on the 12th. I've been able to calm myself with the help of

and this wonderfull board. I'm flying in from eastern WA just hoping the weather doesn't affect the flights.

Are you flying into San Diego?

Re: Scared

Shirley,

My surgery date is also 12/12!

I know how you feel! I've not been able to sleep - over-thinking this!

But...I CANNOT continue being as unhealthy as I am now! I want to be around for my little ones (8,7,7) ...hmmm...my husband as well!

If you want, we can "hook-up" to give each other support while we are there!

I'm actually glad to find someone with the same surgey date!

>

>

> My sleeve date is 12/12 my anxiety is running rampant. Visited with this AM, told her I was

> so scared and was thinking about canceling. She helped calm my nerves also suggested staying in

> touch with online group as they were a great source to ask questions and concerns. I know I will be

> OK.

> Shirley

>

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 12/5/2009 11:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, shrlols@... writes:

Thanks so much for posting this list, it has been very helpful, one week to go. I started the pre-op diet today.

Shirley (WA)

Re: Re: Scared

Hi,

I think it is a great idea that the two of you hook up. Have someone take a picture of both of you together for a "before" and stay in contact with each. There were 3 other people who had surgery when I did and every month we would send E-mails to each other and let each other know how we were doing. We are still great support for each other and still send E-mail and it has been over a year now. I think it is great that you have each other.

Here is a list that I post every so often for people that we as a group put together for people to know what to take when they go have surgery. I hope it helps a little and takes some of the stress off you.

Take care,

Suzanne

Let’s see if I can remember what are important things to bring with you.

1. Gas-X because you will have gas after the surgery and they don't have Gas-X in Mexico. They (the nurses and doctors) will ask you are you passing gas? It is nice to have this on the plane ride home too after the surgery. I bought a box (of 36 tabs) of Gas-X (thin strips) that you just put the strip in your mouth. It tastes good and it is easy to take--no water required—nothing difficult to swallow either.

2. A comfortable bra & panties--nothing very tight (cotton is nice—what ever you like to wear) to wear home on the plane or if you want to wear these items in the hospital. Everyone was pretty relaxed with what they slept in or wore around the hospital. I didn't bring a robe at all--Just T-shirts and comfortable pants. Maybe a sweatshirt because the air conditioner makes it cool sometimes and then there are times when the air conditioner isn’t working that well. Bring some extra T-shirts in case you spill on yourself. My IV came out and I got blood on one of my T-shirts. I just washed it out in the sink and hung it up in the shower to dry.

3. Drawstring pants or pants with elastic waist—nothing tight around the middle section. I had some Nike walking pants and they were very comfortable—or short, or pants you would wear to relax in. I also had some that I wore to sleep in, walk around the hospital in and wore them home on the plane too (a pair for each day you are going to be away from home). Sweatpants work great too. I was there in Oct and so the air conditioning was going and sometimes it was cool at night when I was sleeping--so I brought some warm socks along too. But in some rooms the air conditioning wasn't working so well in their rooms and they were warmer than some of us were. If it is too warm or too cold tell one of the nurses they will help you with anything you need. They are excellent when you need something—don’t be afraid to ask.

4. A heating pad--I was so glad I had mine (someone had suggested I bring one) because it felt good on my stomach area. When my feet were cold at night I used my heating pad on my feet. Also when I was there with a friend for her surgery in April 2009 I found out at the nurse’s stations they also had heating pads—so if you don’t want to bring your own use their’s.

5. Some kind of slip on shoe for the plane ride home and something to wear in the hospital (I had some flip flops for the hospital and some clogs for the plane ride home. Flip flops didn't take up a lot of room in your suitcase. I also carried on the plane my tote bag carrying some things like, meds, change of underwear—in case my suitcase got lost, a snack so I could eat something after the tests that first day you arrive—because they will tell you not to eat a few hours before you get to Mexicali because of the tests you are going to be having upon arrival at the hospital in Mexicali. Sometimes you have to wait for everyone to have their test before they take you to the hotel and your are soooooooo hungry because you haven’t eaten anything all day long because most of us are flying into San Diego, so bring a snack that you can eat after your tests while waiting to go to the hotel. I brought along some packages of trail mix—bring what you like.

6. Only one (1) small or medium sized suitcase with wheels is really great because you will have to deal with your own suitcase at the airport (coming and going). I also brought along my laptop computer so I could stay in touch with my friends and family—I carried that on the plane too—don’t put it in a suitcase—too much stuff has been stolen out of suitcases.

7. Please be aware if you use your cell phone in Mexicali they will charge you roaming fees to CALL OUT. For me if people called me from the US to Mexicali and they were calling my Cell Phone there were NO ROAMING charges because they called me from the US. Most all cell phones work in Mexicali; I think they said Cricket was the only r that they had problems with. I didn't have anyone come with me for the surgery, and they were so nice as to call someone (in the US) for me after surgery and let them know that I was doing great.

I brought my own favorite small pillow with me (almost sofa size). It was nice to have it while I was in the hospital and on the plane ride home.

9. As far as money someone suggested I bring about $30.00 to $35.00 in one's so that I could have them for tipping—they all accept US money in Mexicali. I tipped Ernesto $20.00 who picks you up and takes you to the hospital, takes you to the hotel, takes you back the hospital for surgery and then back to the San Diego airport. Someone also suggested that Ernesto does massages and massage oil or cream would be a nice gift for him—I guess he doesn’t always have the cream or oils—I gave him some the last time I was there and he loved it. He takes such good care of everyone and I tipped him at the end when he took me back to the airport to go home. I also tipped the hotel guys for taking my bag to my room, and when I had dinner that night at the hotel. I would also bring along a small gift for 4 or 5 nurses or give them a little cash—I understand they really don’t make a lot of money and they might appreciate the cash as a gift. I would suggest that you take enough money or Credit Card or Debit card to purchase the medication that you will need after the surgery. There is a pharmacy about 1/2 block from the hotel--anyone at the hospital will tell you where it is. The Nexium that they suggest you take after surgery for acid reflux for about 3 months cost a lot less —don’t forget they will negotiate over the price of medication in Mexico –even when it is at a pharmacy-they will give a price and then ask them “if I buy 4 boxes will you sell it to me for—ask for a lower price. This medication costs a lot less in Mexicali than in the US—so don’t forget to buy it while you are there.

10. Do not take any jewelry with you or wear any. All I took was my watch. Leave ALL other jewelry at home.

11. Be prepared that Ernesto will be late picking you up--find a place to sit down in the baggage area where they said he would pick you up. Make sure you can see people walking in that area and he will come walking down through there with your name on a sign holding it up. He will have you back at the airport on your return trip home in plenty of time to catch your plane ride home.

12. Bring a camera along to take some pictures of yourself in the “before stage†and maybe a group picture of the other people who are going to have the surgery the same day you do. I have kept in contact with them. You will be so glad you have done this. Take lots of pictures. People really do enjoy seeing the pictures if they are considering doing this surgery.

13. Don’t forget the personal things like toothbrush, shampoo, soap that you may want to use in the shower, a razor, cream rinse for you hair—maybe a hair curler and hair dryer if you want. I don’t know if you want to bring make-up—I did, because I wanted to look ok going home on the plane. Yes, we used their water to take a shower—it is ok for showers… they do give you bottled water to drink.

14. I brought along a book I wanted to read along with my Ipod, so I could listen to my own music. You may or may not get a lot of reading done because you might want to take some nice naps too. Getting up and walking around is good for you and it makes you feel a lot better too.

15. Bring along some chap stick for your lips—they dry out and it is good to have something to put on your lips.

If anyone else can add anything please jump in here and help me out! I know you are worried about a few small things and I can tell you not to worry because we all have been where you are. Just keep posting to the web site-- anything you want to say or ask. We all understand and have been where you are right now. I wish you GREAT success and it will be a life changing event and in about 2 months you will be saying the same thing too.

Also adds that when they make you drink the vile stuff to make sure your new stomach has no leaks don’t for get to ask for chips of ice. It numbs your taste buds because they are so cold and you can drink their YUCK stuff. She did it and it worked great for her. I didn’t know about it and I wished I would have. I think they do this on the 3 day before you go home.

Suzanne

This is what someone else added to what I put on my list--you never can have too much help or information

I wore and underwire.....so I didn't get that message! I also brought a robe...for sure and maybe flip flops or slippers for doing lots of walking after the surgery. They give you those hospital gowns, but the day after the surgery, I was in my own pjs that were button down the front and elastic band capris...something easy to slip in and out of. Suzanne says-- I put my on PJ’s on after the surgery when I got up to go to the bathroom.

I would definitely take a comfy pillow for on the plane ride too. Just don't over pack! You will need very few things....one outfit for the day you arrive and one for when you leave and just the PJ’s for comfort.

You may need to have something on the plane ride....maybe some tea from Starbucks or get some hot water and add some chicken broth to the hot water--(take Chicken broth packets from Top Ramen Noodles works great for the Chicken broth. You most likely won't be hungry at all....but just in case......a clear broth with water works.

I realized that most of the stuff that I brought, I didn't even need.....so pack light! You will mostly be walking the halls of the hospital!

The best of luck to you! You will do great!

In a message dated 12/4/2009 2:12:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, spazz92131 writes:

Shirley,

My surgery date is also 12/12!

I know how you feel! I've not been able to sleep - over-thinking this!

But...I CANNOT continue being as unhealthy as I am now! I want to be around for my little ones (8,7,7) ...hmmm...my husband as well!

If you want, we can "hook-up" to give each other support while we are there!

I'm actually glad to find someone with the same surgey date!

>> > My sleeve date is 12/12 my anxiety is running rampant. Visited with this AM, told her I was> so scared and was thinking about canceling. She helped calm my nerves also suggested staying in> touch with online group as they were a great source to ask questions and concerns. I know I will be> OK.> Shirley>

[Guest guest]

Hi Shirley,

Just keep having those talks with yourself--B+ (means be positive). You are doing the right thing. We all went through this same anxiety that you are feeling right now. It is NORMAL. Just get on here any time of the day or night and say how you are feeling. We are here for your support. 6 months from now I promise you, you will be able to tell your story and how you are feeling--and how you felt before the surgery, and make a difference to someone else. I am glad the list helped you. I have it saved on my computer and try to post it at least once a month or when someone asks for it.

Your new life is just about to begin and in 2 months you will never want to change what you have for where you have been. You will feel more at peace with yourself , and much more in control over your eating and where your life is going--each day will just keep getting better. It really is the best thing in the world you will ever do for yourself.

Hugs,

Suzanne

In a message dated 12/5/2009 11:54:06 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, shrlols@... writes:

Thanks so much for posting this list, it has been very helpful, one week to go. I started the pre-op diet today.

Shirley (WA)

Re: Re: Scared

Hi,

I think it is a great idea that the two of you hook up. Have someone take a picture of both of you together for a "before" and stay in contact with each. There were 3 other people who had surgery when I did and every month we would send E-mails to each other and let each other know how we were doing. We are still great support for each other and still send E-mail and it has been over a year now. I think it is great that you have each other.

Here is a list that I post every so often for people that we as a group put together for people to know what to take when they go have surgery. I hope it helps a little and takes some of the stress off you.

Take care,

Suzanne

Let’s see if I can remember what are important things to bring with you.

1. Gas-X because you will have gas after the surgery and they don't have Gas-X in Mexico. They (the nurses and doctors) will ask you are you passing gas? It is nice to have this on the plane ride home too after the surgery. I bought a box (of 36 tabs) of Gas-X (thin strips) that you just put the strip in your mouth. It tastes good and it is easy to take--no water required—nothing difficult to swallow either.

2. A comfortable bra & panties--nothing very tight (cotton is nice—what ever you like to wear) to wear home on the plane or if you want to wear these items in the hospital. Everyone was pretty relaxed with what they slept in or wore around the hospital. I didn't bring a robe at all--Just T-shirts and comfortable pants. Maybe a sweatshirt because the air conditioner makes it cool sometimes and then there are times when the air conditioner isn’t working that well. Bring some extra T-shirts in case you spill on yourself. My IV came out and I got blood on one of my T-shirts. I just washed it out in the sink and hung it up in the shower to dry.

3. Drawstring pants or pants with elastic waist—nothing tight around the middle section. I had some Nike walking pants and they were very comfortable—or short, or pants you would wear to relax in. I also had some that I wore to sleep in, walk around the hospital in and wore them home on the plane too (a pair for each day you are going to be away from home). Sweatpants work great too. I was there in Oct and so the air conditioning was going and sometimes it was cool at night when I was sleeping--so I brought some warm socks along too. But in some rooms the air conditioning wasn't working so well in their rooms and they were warmer than some of us were. If it is too warm or too cold tell one of the nurses they will help you with anything you need. They are excellent when you need something—don’t be afraid to ask.

4. A heating pad--I was so glad I had mine (someone had suggested I bring one) because it felt good on my stomach area. When my feet were cold at night I used my heating pad on my feet. Also when I was there with a friend for her surgery in April 2009 I found out at the nurse’s stations they also had heating pads—so if you don’t want to bring your own use their’s.

5. Some kind of slip on shoe for the plane ride home and something to wear in the hospital (I had some flip flops for the hospital and some clogs for the plane ride home. Flip flops didn't take up a lot of room in your suitcase. I also carried on the plane my tote bag carrying some things like, meds, change of underwear—in case my suitcase got lost, a snack so I could eat something after the tests that first day you arrive—because they will tell you not to eat a few hours before you get to Mexicali because of the tests you are going to be having upon arrival at the hospital in Mexicali. Sometimes you have to wait for everyone to have their test before they take you to the hotel and your are soooooooo hungry because you haven’t eaten anything all day long because most of us are flying into San Diego, so bring a snack that you can eat after your tests while waiting to go to the hotel. I brought along some packages of trail mix—bring what you like.

6. Only one (1) small or medium sized suitcase with wheels is really great because you will have to deal with your own suitcase at the airport (coming and going). I also brought along my laptop computer so I could stay in touch with my friends and family—I carried that on the plane too—don’t put it in a suitcase—too much stuff has been stolen out of suitcases.

7. Please be aware if you use your cell phone in Mexicali they will charge you roaming fees to CALL OUT. For me if people called me from the US to Mexicali and they were calling my Cell Phone there were NO ROAMING charges because they called me from the US. Most all cell phones work in Mexicali; I think they said Cricket was the only r that they had problems with. I didn't have anyone come with me for the surgery, and they were so nice as to call someone (in the US) for me after surgery and let them know that I was doing great.

I brought my own favorite small pillow with me (almost sofa size). It was nice to have it while I was in the hospital and on the plane ride home.

9. As far as money someone suggested I bring about $30.00 to $35.00 in one's so that I could have them for tipping—they all accept US money in Mexicali. I tipped Ernesto $20.00 who picks you up and takes you to the hospital, takes you to the hotel, takes you back the hospital for surgery and then back to the San Diego airport. Someone also suggested that Ernesto does massages and massage oil or cream would be a nice gift for him—I guess he doesn’t always have the cream or oils—I gave him some the last time I was there and he loved it. He takes such good care of everyone and I tipped him at the end when he took me back to the airport to go home. I also tipped the hotel guys for taking my bag to my room, and when I had dinner that night at the hotel. I would also bring along a small gift for 4 or 5 nurses or give them a little cash—I understand they really don’t make a lot of money and they might appreciate the cash as a gift. I would suggest that you take enough money or Credit Card or Debit card to purchase the medication that you will need after the surgery. There is a pharmacy about 1/2 block from the hotel--anyone at the hospital will tell you where it is. The Nexium that they suggest you take after surgery for acid reflux for about 3 months cost a lot less —don’t forget they will negotiate over the price of medication in Mexico –even when it is at a pharmacy-they will give a price and then ask them “if I buy 4 boxes will you sell it to me for—ask for a lower price. This medication costs a lot less in Mexicali than in the US—so don’t forget to buy it while you are there.

10. Do not take any jewelry with you or wear any. All I took was my watch. Leave ALL other jewelry at home.

11. Be prepared that Ernesto will be late picking you up--find a place to sit down in the baggage area where they said he would pick you up. Make sure you can see people walking in that area and he will come walking down through there with your name on a sign holding it up. He will have you back at the airport on your return trip home in plenty of time to catch your plane ride home.

12. Bring a camera along to take some pictures of yourself in the “before stage†and maybe a group picture of the other people who are going to have the surgery the same day you do. I have kept in contact with them. You will be so glad you have done this. Take lots of pictures. People really do enjoy seeing the pictures if they are considering doing this surgery.

13. Don’t forget the personal things like toothbrush, shampoo, soap that you may want to use in the shower, a razor, cream rinse for you hair—maybe a hair curler and hair dryer if you want. I don’t know if you want to bring make-up—I did, because I wanted to look ok going home on the plane. Yes, we used their water to take a shower—it is ok for showers… they do give you bottled water to drink.

14. I brought along a book I wanted to read along with my Ipod, so I could listen to my own music. You may or may not get a lot of reading done because you might want to take some nice naps too. Getting up and walking around is good for you and it makes you feel a lot better too.

15. Bring along some chap stick for your lips—they dry out and it is good to have something to put on your lips.

If anyone else can add anything please jump in here and help me out! I know you are worried about a few small things and I can tell you not to worry because we all have been where you are. Just keep posting to the web site-- anything you want to say or ask. We all understand and have been where you are right now. I wish you GREAT success and it will be a life changing event and in about 2 months you will be saying the same thing too.

Also adds that when they make you drink the vile stuff to make sure your new stomach has no leaks don’t for get to ask for chips of ice. It numbs your taste buds because they are so cold and you can drink their YUCK stuff. She did it and it worked great for her. I didn’t know about it and I wished I would have. I think they do this on the 3 day before you go home.

Suzanne

This is what someone else added to what I put on my list--you never can have too much help or information

I wore and underwire.....so I didn't get that message! I also brought a robe...for sure and maybe flip flops or slippers for doing lots of walking after the surgery. They give you those hospital gowns, but the day after the surgery, I was in my own pjs that were button down the front and elastic band capris...something easy to slip in and out of. Suzanne says-- I put my on PJ’s on after the surgery when I got up to go to the bathroom.

I would definitely take a comfy pillow for on the plane ride too. Just don't over pack! You will need very few things....one outfit for the day you arrive and one for when you leave and just the PJ’s for comfort.

You may need to have something on the plane ride....maybe some tea from Starbucks or get some hot water and add some chicken broth to the hot water--(take Chicken broth packets from Top Ramen Noodles works great for the Chicken broth. You most likely won't be hungry at all....but just in case......a clear broth with water works.

I realized that most of the stuff that I brought, I didn't even need.....so pack light! You will mostly be walking the halls of the hospital!

The best of luck to you! You will do great!

In a message dated 12/4/2009 2:12:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, spazz92131 writes:

Shirley,

My surgery date is also 12/12!

I know how you feel! I've not been able to sleep - over-thinking this!

But...I CANNOT continue being as unhealthy as I am now! I want to be around for my little ones (8,7,7) ...hmmm...my husband as well!

If you want, we can "hook-up" to give each other support while we are there!

I'm actually glad to find someone with the same surgey date!

>> > My sleeve date is 12/12 my anxiety is running rampant. Visited with this AM, told her I was> so scared and was thinking about canceling. She helped calm my nerves also suggested staying in> touch with online group as they were a great source to ask questions and concerns. I know I will be> OK.> Shirley>

[Guest guest]

Thanks so much for posting this list, it has been very helpful, one week to go. I started the pre-op diet today.

Shirley (WA)

Re: Re: Scared

Hi,

I think it is a great idea that the two of you hook up. Have someone take a picture of both of you together for a "before" and stay in contact with each. There were 3 other people who had surgery when I did and every month we would send E-mails to each other and let each other know how we were doing. We are still great support for each other and still send E-mail and it has been over a year now. I think it is great that you have each other.

Here is a list that I post every so often for people that we as a group put together for people to know what to take when they go have surgery. I hope it helps a little and takes some of the stress off you.

Take care,

Suzanne

Let’s see if I can remember what are important things to bring with you.

1. Gas-X because you will have gas after the surgery and they don't have Gas-X in Mexico. They (the nurses and doctors) will ask you are you passing gas? It is nice to have this on the plane ride home too after the surgery. I bought a box (of 36 tabs) of Gas-X (thin strips) that you just put the strip in your mouth. It tastes good and it is easy to take--no water required—nothing difficult to swallow either.

2. A comfortable bra & panties--nothing very tight (cotton is nice—what ever you like to wear) to wear home on the plane or if you want to wear these items in the hospital. Everyone was pretty relaxed with what they slept in or wore around the hospital. I didn't bring a robe at all--Just T-shirts and comfortable pants. Maybe a sweatshirt because the air conditioner makes it cool sometimes and then there are times when the air conditioner isn’t working that well. Bring some extra T-shirts in case you spill on yourself. My IV came out and I got blood on one of my T-shirts. I just washed it out in the sink and hung it up in the shower to dry.

3. Drawstring pants or pants with elastic waist—nothing tight around the middle section. I had some Nike walking pants and they were very comfortable—or short, or pants you would wear to relax in. I also had some that I wore to sleep in, walk around the hospital in and wore them home on the plane too (a pair for each day you are going to be away from home). Sweatpants work great too. I was there in Oct and so the air conditioning was going and sometimes it was cool at night when I was sleeping--so I brought some warm socks along too. But in some rooms the air conditioning wasn't working so well in their rooms and they were warmer than some of us were. If it is too warm or too cold tell one of the nurses they will help you with anything you need. They are excellent when you need something—don’t be afraid to ask.

4. A heating pad--I was so glad I had mine (someone had suggested I bring one) because it felt good on my stomach area. When my feet were cold at night I used my heating pad on my feet. Also when I was there with a friend for her surgery in April 2009 I found out at the nurse’s stations they also had heating pads—so if you don’t want to bring your own use their’s.

5. Some kind of slip on shoe for the plane ride home and something to wear in the hospital (I had some flip flops for the hospital and some clogs for the plane ride home. Flip flops didn't take up a lot of room in your suitcase. I also carried on the plane my tote bag carrying some things like, meds, change of underwear—in case my suitcase got lost, a snack so I could eat something after the tests that first day you arrive—because they will tell you not to eat a few hours before you get to Mexicali because of the tests you are going to be having upon arrival at the hospital in Mexicali. Sometimes you have to wait for everyone to have their test before they take you to the hotel and your are soooooooo hungry because you haven’t eaten anything all day long because most of us are flying into San Diego, so bring a snack that you can eat after your tests while waiting to go to the hotel. I brought along some packages of trail mix—bring what you like.

6. Only one (1) small or medium sized suitcase with wheels is really great because you will have to deal with your own suitcase at the airport (coming and going). I also brought along my laptop computer so I could stay in touch with my friends and family—I carried that on the plane too—don’t put it in a suitcase—too much stuff has been stolen out of suitcases.

7. Please be aware if you use your cell phone in Mexicali they will charge you roaming fees to CALL OUT. For me if people called me from the US to Mexicali and they were calling my Cell Phone there were NO ROAMING charges because they called me from the US. Most all cell phones work in Mexicali; I think they said Cricket was the only r that they had problems with. I didn't have anyone come with me for the surgery, and they were so nice as to call someone (in the US) for me after surgery and let them know that I was doing great.

I brought my own favorite small pillow with me (almost sofa size). It was nice to have it while I was in the hospital and on the plane ride home.

9. As far as money someone suggested I bring about $30.00 to $35.00 in one's so that I could have them for tipping—they all accept US money in Mexicali. I tipped Ernesto $20.00 who picks you up and takes you to the hospital, takes you to the hotel, takes you back the hospital for surgery and then back to the San Diego airport. Someone also suggested that Ernesto does massages and massage oil or cream would be a nice gift for him—I guess he doesn’t always have the cream or oils—I gave him some the last time I was there and he loved it. He takes such good care of everyone and I tipped him at the end when he took me back to the airport to go home. I also tipped the hotel guys for taking my bag to my room, and when I had dinner that night at the hotel. I would also bring along a small gift for 4 or 5 nurses or give them a little cash—I understand they really don’t make a lot of money and they might appreciate the cash as a gift. I would suggest that you take enough money or Credit Card or Debit card to purchase the medication that you will need after the surgery. There is a pharmacy about 1/2 block from the hotel--anyone at the hospital will tell you where it is. The Nexium that they suggest you take after surgery for acid reflux for about 3 months cost a lot less —don’t forget they will negotiate over the price of medication in Mexico –even when it is at a pharmacy-they will give a price and then ask them “if I buy 4 boxes will you sell it to me for—ask for a lower price. This medication costs a lot less in Mexicali than in the US—so don’t forget to buy it while you are there.

10. Do not take any jewelry with you or wear any. All I took was my watch. Leave ALL other jewelry at home.

11. Be prepared that Ernesto will be late picking you up--find a place to sit down in the baggage area where they said he would pick you up. Make sure you can see people walking in that area and he will come walking down through there with your name on a sign holding it up. He will have you back at the airport on your return trip home in plenty of time to catch your plane ride home.

12. Bring a camera along to take some pictures of yourself in the “before stage†and maybe a group picture of the other people who are going to have the surgery the same day you do. I have kept in contact with them. You will be so glad you have done this. Take lots of pictures. People really do enjoy seeing the pictures if they are considering doing this surgery.

13. Don’t forget the personal things like toothbrush, shampoo, soap that you may want to use in the shower, a razor, cream rinse for you hair—maybe a hair curler and hair dryer if you want. I don’t know if you want to bring make-up—I did, because I wanted to look ok going home on the plane. Yes, we used their water to take a shower—it is ok for showers… they do give you bottled water to drink.

14. I brought along a book I wanted to read along with my Ipod, so I could listen to my own music. You may or may not get a lot of reading done because you might want to take some nice naps too. Getting up and walking around is good for you and it makes you feel a lot better too.

15. Bring along some chap stick for your lips—they dry out and it is good to have something to put on your lips.

If anyone else can add anything please jump in here and help me out! I know you are worried about a few small things and I can tell you not to worry because we all have been where you are. Just keep posting to the web site-- anything you want to say or ask. We all understand and have been where you are right now. I wish you GREAT success and it will be a life changing event and in about 2 months you will be saying the same thing too.

Also adds that when they make you drink the vile stuff to make sure your new stomach has no leaks don’t for get to ask for chips of ice. It numbs your taste buds because they are so cold and you can drink their YUCK stuff. She did it and it worked great for her. I didn’t know about it and I wished I would have. I think they do this on the 3 day before you go home.

Suzanne

This is what someone else added to what I put on my list--you never can have too much help or information

I wore and underwire.....so I didn't get that message! I also brought a robe...for sure and maybe flip flops or slippers for doing lots of walking after the surgery. They give you those hospital gowns, but the day after the surgery, I was in my own pjs that were button down the front and elastic band capris...something easy to slip in and out of. Suzanne says-- I put my on PJ’s on after the surgery when I got up to go to the bathroom.

I would definitely take a comfy pillow for on the plane ride too. Just don't over pack! You will need very few things....one outfit for the day you arrive and one for when you leave and just the PJ’s for comfort.

You may need to have something on the plane ride....maybe some tea from Starbucks or get some hot water and add some chicken broth to the hot water--(take Chicken broth packets from Top Ramen Noodles works great for the Chicken broth. You most likely won't be hungry at all....but just in case......a clear broth with water works.

I realized that most of the stuff that I brought, I didn't even need.....so pack light! You will mostly be walking the halls of the hospital!

The best of luck to you! You will do great!

In a message dated 12/4/2009 2:12:26 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, spazz92131 writes:

Shirley,

My surgery date is also 12/12!

I know how you feel! I've not been able to sleep - over-thinking this!

But...I CANNOT continue being as unhealthy as I am now! I want to be around for my little ones (8,7,7) ...hmmm...my husband as well!

If you want, we can "hook-up" to give each other support while we are there!

I'm actually glad to find someone with the same surgey date!

>

>

> My sleeve date is 12/12 my anxiety is running rampant. Visited with this AM, told her I was

> so scared and was thinking about canceling. She helped calm my nerves also suggested staying in

> touch with online group as they were a great source to ask questions and concerns. I know I will be

> OK.

> Shirley

>

[Guest guest]

Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace all

your illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription and

other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children

that do they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years there

is no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really scared.

The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

Jeanne

P.s.

I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's and

70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

[Guest guest]

Hi Jeanne,

 

I grew up at the same time as you did and lost my father early too. Been down

that path, my friend. I also have been a little apprehensive about the very same

thing. This time I'm not sure I really want a do-over, you know what I mean?

 

Robin

From: jmoney46@... <jmoney46@...>

Subject: [ ] Re: scared

Date: Saturday, February 6, 2010, 1:27 PM

 

Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace all your

illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription and

other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children that do

they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years there is

no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really scared.

The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

Jeanne

P.s.

I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's and

70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

[Guest guest]

Oh Jeanne,

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I cannot imagine how hard

it must have been for you. We are not here to judge you. Many people on this

forum have used drugs and alcohol and are now trying to heal themselves from

their toxic effects.

You most likely will have to relive those early drug years, but keep in mind

that the retracing is often mild in comparison to the real thing. For example,

I'm currently retracing the many throat infections I had when I was in my teens

and I actually don't feel that bad. I have very mild pain in my throat when I

swallow and a bit of mucous. I also retraced labour and childbirth at one point

in my healing and it wasn't that bad. I know that is not the same as what you

are going to go through and I don't mean to diminish the trauma you experienced.

These are just examples to show you that it might not be as bad as you think it

will be.

The great thing is that once you understand what is happening to you, you will

know that it isn't permanent and you will see those retracings for what they are

- a retrace of the past so that you can finally, truly heal it.

I hope this gives you some confidence to proceed. You'll see, it's not as bad

as you think.

All the best,

(a group moderator)

>

> Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace all

your illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription and

other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

>

> I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children

that do they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

>

> Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years

there is no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really

scared. The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

>

> Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

>

> Jeanne

> P.s.

> I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's

and 70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

>

[Guest guest]

>

> Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace all

your illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription and

other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

>

> I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children

that do they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

>

> Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years

there is no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really

scared. The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

>

> Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

> I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's

and 70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

>

+++Hi Jeanne. My heart goes out to you with losing your mother at such a young

age. I can't imagine how terrible that has been for you.

Like wrote, retracing isn't as bad as the " real thing " and you also go

through it faster than the time it took originally. That is because retracing

is at the same rate as healing, which is 1 month for every year.

Also, when your body is able to retrace, both your body and mind will be much

stronger so you will be better able to handle it.

Like , I have retraced many past symptoms, injuries, surgeries,

illnesses, etc. and they were mild compared to when they happened. The emotions

connected with them also had so much less impact on me than when they occurred.

We wouldn't judge anyone my friend. We all have skeletons in our closets, and

the past is gone. We can pay for our mistakes, but it is more important to

focus on today and the future. You are now empowered so you are in control.

Onward & upward!

All the best, Bee

[Guest guest]

Thank you. Losing my mom was the worst experience of my life and I've never

really been the same. I tried to push all the pain down with the drugs and

alcohol and of course that doesn't work. One day I just exploded in anxiety and

panic attacks that has lasted a lifetime.

I think I'm already retracing. I took a shower the other day and I was fine and

then when I got out I just started crying! It lasted about an hour.

Alright I'm still scared, but I want to thank all the ladies and men who are

writing me with support and not judging me, I can't help but be honest! I

thought everyone would turn on me.

I did inhale;unlike Bill Clinton, LOL

Jeanne

> >

> > Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace

all your illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription

and other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

> >

> > I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children

that do they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

> >

> > Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years

there is no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really

scared. The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

> >

> > Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

> >

> > Jeanne

> > P.s.

> > I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's

and 70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Exactly...........I'm scared. Sorry for your loss. Unless it has happened to

you, u don't understand. I've never really been the same. My dad left when I was

9 so she was all I had. My siblings all left too because we were too poor to

stay with. One room apartment and 5 people doesn't work and my dad didn't pay

support.

She could calm me down. I wish she was here now and tell me it won't be so bad.

Jeanne

>

>

> From: jmoney46@... <jmoney46@...>

> Subject: [ ] Re: scared

>

> Date: Saturday, February 6, 2010, 1:27 PM

>

>

>  

>

>

>

> Okay I read the article on the healing process, how u have to retrace all your

illness's, heavy metal detox, past trama's, and drug use, prescription and

other. It said even LSD flashbacks.

>

> I lost my mother as a child (she was all I had) and like 90% of children that

do they turn to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain in teen years and young

adulthood or beyond.

>

> Please, please, don't tell me I have to relive those early drug years there is

no way I could handle it. I stopped at 23 and I am 47 now. I'm really scared.

The drugs gave me bad trips and I quit.

>

> Wow, we all pay for our mistakes don't we.

>

> Jeanne

> P.s.

> I'm just being honest so please don't anyone judge me. I grew up in the 60's

and 70's, they practicly told u to take drugs, someone constantly handing u

something.

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I read, and I think Bee will agree, that crying and the tears release toxins,

and you start to feel better, and heal.

C.

> I think I'm already retracing. I took a shower the other day and I was fine

and then when I got out I just started crying! It lasted about an hour.

> Jeanne

[Guest guest]

Jeanne,

I had a tumultuous childhood too. Different than yours, of course, but I wanted

to point out to you that your adrenals may have suffered greatly from all that

stress, especially at such an early age. I used to get violently ill at each

and every holiday. Holidays meant family gatherings and that meant Danger with

a capital " D " .

I've retraced a total hysterectomy and even though I no longer have the

plumbing, all it felt like was a regular, crampy menstrual period.

I've retraced negative emotions like anger and depression too. Those episodes

made me irritable, not suicidal. I was inwardly gruff and grumbly, but nothing

more. And it didn't last long at all.

You can do this. You have a great support group here and you have your Self.

Evidently you're a strong individual to have survived your traumas. Did you

ever consider that? You are your own best friend and cheerleader in this

healing process. Embrace yourself and trust your Self. Learning how strong and

able and loving you are will see you through any re-tracing. Just keep reaching

in and keep reaching out to us.

W

________

>

> Exactly...........I'm scared. Sorry for your loss. Unless it has happened to

you, u don't understand. I've never really been the same. My dad left when I was

9 so she was all I had. My siblings all left too because we were too poor to

stay with. One room apartment and 5 people doesn't work and my dad didn't pay

support.

>

> She could calm me down. I wish she was here now and tell me it won't be so

bad.

[Guest guest]

>I also retraced labour and childbirth at one point in my healing and it wasn't

that bad. I know that is not the same as what you are going to go through and I

don't mean to diminish the trauma you experienced. These are just examples to

show you that it might not be as bad as you think it will be.

> (a group moderator)

>

Could you please give me an example of how retracing labour and childbirth or

the death of a mother, or how that would feel, or how your body would react to

such a thing? I am just not understanding how that would feel, or how you would

know that is happening or what it may be related to?

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

When I was in labour, I had a very unusual (to me) pain in the fronts on my

thighs - not in my back and not in my abdomen - just in my thighs. I had never

experienced that pain before. It felt like really bad menstrual cramps in my

thighs. As you can imagine, it was quite distinct.

When I retraced it, I had the same (but milder) menstrual cramp pain in my

thighs that woke me up one night. It lasted about 2 hours, then was gone. As I

said, the original labour pain was quite distinct, so it was very obvious to me

that this was retracing, especially since I was nowhere near my period at the

time and had no other explanation for the pain.

I imagine that retracing emotional pain would include thoughts of the event

accompanied by the emotions that went along with it - anger, sadness, etc.

I hope that helps explain it better for you.

(a group moderator)

>

>

> Could you please give me an example of how retracing labour and childbirth or

the death of a mother, or how that would feel, or how your body would react to

such a thing? I am just not understanding how that would feel, or how you would

know that is happening or what it may be related to?

>

>

> >

>

[Guest guest]

>

> Could you please give me an example of how retracing labour and childbirth or

the death of a mother, or how that would feel, or how your body would react to

such a thing? I am just not understanding how that would feel, or how you would

know that is happening or what it may be related to?

>

+++Hi . When I retraced symptoms in that area it was difficult to tell

what was what since the bladder is there too. My body seemed to go through

retracing any symptoms in that general area at the same time, which came and

went over a long period of time.

I think it was due to retracing severe menstrual cramps, which I had almost

every month since puberty, along with many bladder infections.

Sometimes the pain was a little more intense which didn't last long, that seemed

to be child birth since it took about 6 hours originally to deliver my 2 girls.

It also involved 2 miscarriages when my uterus was scraped out, and when my

tubes were tied (I have a 3 1/2 inch scar since that was before the new

procedure), as well as cysts I had on my ovaries. My scar also got very itchy

and painful, but not like it was after the operation.

The pain wasn't bad so I applied castor oil packs and heat on the area whenever

I was uncomfortable.

All the best, Bee

[Guest guest]

>

> Bee,

>

> Things are much worse for me now. I have these squeezing headaches that go all

the way out to my ears even. And constant panic attacks plus what feels like

seizures and parts of my body going numb. Racing heart plus explosive diarrhea.

Is this all just toxins coming out of me? This is my 3rd year on the diet and I

have never experienced anything like this. In one day I can experience all of

what I have described to you. Any information on what I can do would be great.

Thank you.

>

+++Hi . Yes,all of your symptoms are all because of toxins. You will also

get those symptoms when your body is " retracing " (re-experiencing) previous

times when you had a cold, flu, etc. - see this article:

http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/heal10.php

It is helpful to do some things that assist detoxification such as Epsom salt

baths, dry skin brushing, coffee enemas, deep breathing exercises, etc. - things

that do not interfere with nutrition.

However, I found that when my body retraced there wasn't a lot I could do, so I

just had to let it run its course and try to alleviate the pain as best I could

- baths and heat helped most, and of course lot os rest, liquid and/or pureed

foods diet. You do not want to suppress those symptoms.

I hope you get through this soon.

Luv, Bee

[Guest guest]

girl you are having all the same symptoms I had, dont you cancel that surgery!!It was the best thing I could have done im getting better day by day and my implants were the cause. As far as how i look, I look 100 times better than with implants and i didnt get a lift!!!!!

From: Barber <erinbarber91@...> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 8:20:28 AMSubject: scared

Hi everyone, I just need some advice please. I am so scared about getting explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery. I really need to know if my symptoms are like everybody elses. Last week I felt bad with body and bad leg aches. the week before I felt tired and had headaches. This week I'm not feeling bad. Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have. I also can't gain weight. Is it normal for it to flare? Some weeks are fine and others aren't. Is this just normal? I have had this going on for so long that I am starting to think everyone feels this way. I am so scared that I won't get better after explant. I am not as bad as alot of you. I just don't feel like the old me but is that just me getting older? It is such a hard choice to make. My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and then it

will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or something. Some times are just so much worse then others. Some flares are even worse then others. So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse and worse all the time?

[Guest guest]

I also wanted to ask this, before my implants i was a cocktail waitress and wore those silicone implants in my bra to look bigger. I would get blisters all over my breast. I thought that it was from me sweating and them rubbing against me. My mother wears them all the time now and she says they are stuck to her and dripping with sweat when she takes them off and never has she had one blister. She thinks it was an allergic reaction that I had. Does it sound like one or could it have been them just rubbing that caused all the blisters? thankyou all

From: Barber <erinbarber91@...> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:20:28 AMSubject: scared

Hi everyone, I just need some advice please. I am so scared about getting explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery. I really need to know if my symptoms are like everybody elses. Last week I felt bad with body and bad leg aches. the week before I felt tired and had headaches. This week I'm not feeling bad. Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have. I also can't gain weight. Is it normal for it to flare? Some weeks are fine and others aren't. Is this just normal? I have had this going on for so long that I am starting to think everyone feels this way. I am so scared that I won't get better after explant. I am not as bad as alot of you. I just don't feel like the old me but is that just me getting older? It is such a hard choice to make. My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and then it

will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or something. Some times are just so much worse then others. Some flares are even worse then others. So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse and worse all the time?

[Guest guest]

allergic reaction, please move forward with explant Ipromise you wont regret it. I too was very concerned Im so much better now, I still have flares but until I can detox I am going to, I have another surgery in the morning for gallbladder and liver, so I cant start detox yet. But its the best thing i could have done

From: Barber <erinbarber91@...> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 8:29:45 AMSubject: Re: scared

I also wanted to ask this, before my implants i was a cocktail waitress and wore those silicone implants in my bra to look bigger. I would get blisters all over my breast. I thought that it was from me sweating and them rubbing against me. My mother wears them all the time now and she says they are stuck to her and dripping with sweat when she takes them off and never has she had one blister. She thinks it was an allergic reaction that I had. Does it sound like one or could it have been them just rubbing that caused all the blisters? thankyou all

From: Barber <erinbarber91> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:20:28 AMSubject: scared

Hi everyone, I just need some advice please. I am so scared about getting explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery. I really need to know if my symptoms are like everybody elses. Last week I felt bad with body and bad leg aches. the week before I felt tired and had headaches. This week I'm not feeling bad. Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have. I also can't gain weight. Is it normal for it to flare? Some weeks are fine and others aren't. Is this just normal? I have had this going on for so long that I am starting to think everyone feels this way. I am so scared that I won't get better after explant. I am not as bad as alot of you. I just don't feel like the old me but is that just me getting older? It is such a hard choice to make. My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and then it

will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or something. Some times are just so much worse then others. Some flares are even worse then others. So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse and worse all the time?

[Guest guest]

HI ,

Getting scared about explant is a normal feeling. Only you can make the choice

about what to do with your body. But I can assure you that what you are going

through regarding your symptoms is entirely consistent with what women ill from

breast implants go through.

Yes, the body flares with ups and downs. Yes, you have days where you feel

better than others. Hairloss indicates a problem, and that is not just aging.

Healthy people do not get these symptoms! There is definitely something wrong

with your health, otherwise, why would you be writing about it? YOu know how

you used to feel before implants. Compare that to how you feel now....what is

different? That is a clue that the implants have done some damage.

Autoimmunity is characterized by flares of pain and problems, followed by days

where the sufferer feels much better. There are people who have debilitating

autoimmunity that can look entirely normal, and yet fall into such a state of

misery that they can't get out of bed. This is why autoimmune disease is so

hard to diagnose...it takes years to make the final diagnosis of a valid

disease.

Autoimmunity is nothing to fool around with, and if you have symptoms consistent

with it, you need to take action, or yes, one day it will be worse than it is

now. The only way that I know of, have read about and heard other speak of

regarding getting autoimmunity to go into complete remission is to DETOX and

change diet. There are many books out written by people who have healed

themselves of debilitating symptoms of disease through effective and consistent

detox.

Your body is more than likely over burdened because of the implants. It's

trying to keep its head above water and get to normal again, which is why you

have good days and bad days. But eventually it gets to a point where it can no

longer fight the implants well, and you can crash into a health mess that

requires more serious intervention, such as corticosteroids, which are toxic to

the body and can prevent long term healing.

I know how hard it is to give up the implants with no guarantee of regaining

full health. But in the end, implants are not life long devices..., you WILL

have to deal with them someday. Either you will have to have another surgery to

remove them or replace them anyway. That day will come for sure. So, by making

a choice to get rid of them now, you would be making a choice that ensures that

you will never have to ride on this roller coaster of surgery again, and give

your body its best ever chance of getting better. If you seek to get some

relief, I can assure you that implants don't HELP --at all! And if they are the

culprit, which I believe they are, they need to go.

I wish you the best!

Patty

>

> Hi everyone,  I just need some advice please.  I am so scared about getting

explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery.  I really need to know if

my symptoms are like everybody elses.  Last week I felt bad with body and bad

leg aches.  the week before I felt tired and had headaches.  This week I'm not

feeling bad.  Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have.  I also can't

gain weight.  Is it normal for it to flare?  Some weeks are fine and others

aren't.  Is this just normal?  I have had this going on for so long that I am

starting to think everyone feels this way.  I am so scared that I won't get

better after explant.  I am not as bad as alot of you.    I just don't feel like

the old me but is that just me getting older?  It is such a hard choice to

make.  My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and

then it will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or

something.  Some

> times are just so much worse then others.  Some flares are even worse then

others.  So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse

and worse all the time? 

>

[Guest guest]

It sounds to me like you were having an allergic reaction to the silicone.

Patty

>

> I also wanted to ask this,  before my implants i was a cocktail waitress and

wore those silicone implants in my bra to look bigger.  I would get blisters all

over my breast.  I thought that it was from me sweating and them rubbing against

me.  My mother wears them all the time now and she says they are stuck to her

and dripping with sweat when she takes them off and never has she had one

blister.  She thinks it was an allergic reaction that I had.  Does it sound like

one or could it have been them just rubbing that caused all the blisters? 

thankyou all

>

>

>

>

> ________________________________

> From: Barber <erinbarber91@...>

>

> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:20:28 AM

> Subject: scared

>

>

>

>

> Hi everyone,  I just need some advice please.  I am so scared about getting

explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery.  I really need to know if

my symptoms are like everybody elses.  Last week I felt bad with body and bad

leg aches.  the week before I felt tired and had headaches.  This week I'm not

feeling bad.  Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have.  I also can't

gain weight.  Is it normal for it to flare?  Some weeks are fine and others

aren't.  Is this just normal?  I have had this going on for so long that I am

starting to think everyone feels this way.  I am so scared that I won't get

better after explant.  I am not as bad as alot of you.    I just don't feel like

the old me but is that just me getting older?  It is such a hard choice to

make.  My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and

then it will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or

something.  Some

> times are just so much worse then others.  Some flares are even worse then

others.  So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse

and worse all the time? 

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

Common sense tells us that having a big foreign object in our bodies definitely would not be good. Anyway those implants have to be removed one day. It is not a permanent thing. It is better to remove it while you have some health then to remove it after you become so sick.

In Chinese medicine they say we are all made up of this energy flow called 'Qi" When we put a big foreign object in our chest area this smoth flow of Qi (energy) is interrupted. Our health is all about the balance and smooth flow of Qi and when this balance is not there we will definitely get all kinds of sickness as a result of it. With the implant your body is constantly trying to reach this balance, but it can't because of this big lump. Sooner or later your body gets so tired that it gives up. This is when your Qi crashes. You feel good some day and you feel bad some day because your body fights hard to put it into balance so once that is reached with difficulty you feel good, but the cycle starts again as the balance is interrupted again as that mass is still in your body. So your body will go through cycles of this until it gets too drained. Your body is

just trying hard to save you and working overtime.

If you have a healthy heart and overall health is ok then you should be fine with the surgery. If you did not have complications of the surgery when you put the implant in you should go through the same experience with the explant. Your body will heal fast and will put itself into balance as soon as you give it some help by removing the foreign object. Trust your body to do the work, it's just that it was a big mistake to put that useless mass in our bodies to look good. Trust your inner self and listen to you body to make the best decision for yourself. Everyone can tell you their own experience with the implant, but really you are the only one who can make the right decision. Listen to what your body is telling you.

If you are just scared about the surgery, you will be okay. This surgery does not involve any organs so it's not that dangerous. Many women go through masectomy in case of breast cancer and they survive it without any problem. Trust your body. You will be okay.

Take care

Sunny

From: Barber <erinbarber91@...> Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 5:20:28 AMSubject: scared

Hi everyone, I just need some advice please. I am so scared about getting explanted that I am thinking of canceling the surgery. I really need to know if my symptoms are like everybody elses. Last week I felt bad with body and bad leg aches. the week before I felt tired and had headaches. This week I'm not feeling bad. Just tired some days and the hairloss that I have. I also can't gain weight. Is it normal for it to flare? Some weeks are fine and others aren't. Is this just normal? I have had this going on for so long that I am starting to think everyone feels this way. I am so scared that I won't get better after explant. I am not as bad as alot of you. I just don't feel like the old me but is that just me getting older? It is such a hard choice to make. My joints will hurt but never long a few minates to a couple of hours and then it

will go to another loint so I think maybe it's more nerves or something. Some times are just so much worse then others. Some flares are even worse then others. So if it were my breast implants wouldn't it just keep on getting worse and worse all the time?

[Guest guest]

I have just had BW done and my RF level was 110.  All other imflammation markers

were good.  I took Levaquin over a year ago and thought all my tendon pain was

from the medicine.   My index finger on my right hand has been swollen and

painful for about 3-4 wks.  Pain in middle finger on right hand and both

thumbs.  What does this mean?  Can't see Rheumatologist for a month and a half. 

I am scared and don't understand.  Please help!!!

Have a great day!!

 

[Guest guest]

has your primary doc run any other labs? The group will have good

suggestions, but off the top of my head, it might be good to have a current CBC,

ESR, antiCCP, ANA, thyroid panel, and vitamin D level. It might also be good to

make an appt with another rheum in your area. If you need a second opinion, you

won't have to wait another 6 wks. I was living in DC when I was diagnosed, so I

could see several rheums and I stuck w the third one I saw. It would be worth it

to me to travel, rather than wait. The first few weeks are the worst. Be brave.

Even if you have RA, you've come to the right place for encouragement and info.

Kate F

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On Feb 28, 2011, at 11:55 AM, Maduzia <julie26@...> wrote:

> I have just had BW done and my RF level was 110. All other imflammation

markers were good. I took Levaquin over a year ago and thought all my tendon

pain was from the medicine. My index finger on my right hand has been swollen

and painful for about 3-4 wks. Pain in middle finger on right hand and both

thumbs. What does this mean? Can't see Rheumatologist for a month and a half.

I am scared and don't understand. Please help!!!

>

> Have a great day!!

>

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[Guest guest]

Hi Kate.

Thank you so much for responding to my post.  I do have other blood work like

CBC.

white blood count was 11.3, Hemoglobin 15.7, Hematocrit 46.7 and Abosolute

Neutrophils 8712.  All which are high......as for the other test you

mentioned.  I guess the Rhemy will ck these.  I just hate waiting.  What was

your RF level?  

 

Have a great day!!