Re: Digest Number 2942 T.. : ) TP/ICT

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In a message dated 7/3/2004 11:36:27 AM Eastern Standard Time,

pancreatitis writes:

I have been in the hospital several times for acute attacks and was told that

it is time to consider having a total pancreatectomy.

Hey there...,

My name is Peg, although I do not post as often as I would like I do read

and follow them and always keep everyone old and new members alike in my

thoughts and prayers daily. My son Brandan had the TP/ICT in Aug of 2002, for

him

with the quality of life he lived and the daily horrific pain and attacks he

had this surgery was his second chance. He continues to battle the residual

effects of this disease but he is not a diabetic and can eat pretty much what he

likes.

I would love to speak with you about this surgery and am happy to try

and answer your questions, There are others on this board that have had the same

surgery, and I am sure in time you will hear from them too. Just let me know

and I will either send you my number or you may send me yours and we can

chat.

As always keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers...Keep smiling

(cuz sometimes its all one can do!) TTFN.. : )

Peg Bates

Brwnbare9@...

Massachusetts State Chapter Rep.

Pancreatitis Association Intl.

" It truly is amazing how one person can make a difference. "