Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, gdean@... writes: << : >> Gloria, I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. Let me know when you get your dance date please. in SC Wanting to start a new life with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R If you see someone without a smile, Give them one of yours. If you and I should meet and you forget me, you have lost nothing. If you meet JESUS and you forget him, you will have lost everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, gdean@... writes: << : >> Gloria, I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. Let me know when you get your dance date please. in SC Wanting to start a new life with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R If you see someone without a smile, Give them one of yours. If you and I should meet and you forget me, you have lost nothing. If you meet JESUS and you forget him, you will have lost everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, gdean@... writes: << : >> Gloria, I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. Let me know when you get your dance date please. in SC Wanting to start a new life with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R If you see someone without a smile, Give them one of yours. If you and I should meet and you forget me, you have lost nothing. If you meet JESUS and you forget him, you will have lost everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 hi gloria iam at 414 my highest so far ,keep in contact vanessa from ohio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 hi gloria iam at 414 my highest so far ,keep in contact vanessa from ohio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 hi gloria iam at 414 my highest so far ,keep in contact vanessa from ohio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Welcome to the group . I had the most horrible experience the other day. About a month and a half ago I went to be weighed. I had to be weighed at the Laundry center at the local hospital. I weighed in at 417 pounds. I was determined to lose the weight so I could have surgery so I went on a diet. I knew my progress was going to be worth being hungry and cranky. I decided to go back and weigh to check my progress. You can imagine my surprise and udder anguish I was feeling when the scale said 440 pounds. Apparently the first time I weighed, the technician did not reset the scale. So now I have 40 + pounds to lose before surgery. So I am in your corner I know what it feels like to be the heaviest you have ever been. I cried all that day and have been the wicked witch of the West today. I am so discouraged. Well, I just wanted you to know that you were not alone. If you want to talk please e-mail me privately. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} Lara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Welcome to the group . I had the most horrible experience the other day. About a month and a half ago I went to be weighed. I had to be weighed at the Laundry center at the local hospital. I weighed in at 417 pounds. I was determined to lose the weight so I could have surgery so I went on a diet. I knew my progress was going to be worth being hungry and cranky. I decided to go back and weigh to check my progress. You can imagine my surprise and udder anguish I was feeling when the scale said 440 pounds. Apparently the first time I weighed, the technician did not reset the scale. So now I have 40 + pounds to lose before surgery. So I am in your corner I know what it feels like to be the heaviest you have ever been. I cried all that day and have been the wicked witch of the West today. I am so discouraged. Well, I just wanted you to know that you were not alone. If you want to talk please e-mail me privately. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} Lara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Lara, You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you 'get yourself ready' to be approved for the surgery. You are very brave and honest to share your story in order to help someone else. I know you will be successful--keep your mind on your goal!! Good luck, sweetie! Please keep us posted on how you are doing. Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 andIn a message dated 6/29/00 2:50:50 PM Pacific Daylight Time, LaraAkin033100@... writes: << Welcome to the group . I had the most horrible experience the other day. About a month and a half ago I went to be weighed. I had to be weighed at the Laundry center at the local hospital. I weighed in at 417 pounds. I was determined to lose the weight so I could have surgery so I went on a diet. I knew my progress was going to be worth being hungry and cranky. I decided to go back and weigh to check my progress. You can imagine my surprise and udder anguish I was feeling when the scale said 440 pounds. Apparently the first time I weighed, the technician did not reset the scale. So now I have 40 + pounds to lose before surgery. So I am in your corner I know what it feels like to be the heaviest you have ever been. I cried all that day and have been the wicked witch of the West today. I am so discouraged. Well, I just wanted you to know that you were not alone. If you want to talk please e-mail me privately. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} Lara >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Lara, You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you 'get yourself ready' to be approved for the surgery. You are very brave and honest to share your story in order to help someone else. I know you will be successful--keep your mind on your goal!! Good luck, sweetie! Please keep us posted on how you are doing. Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 andIn a message dated 6/29/00 2:50:50 PM Pacific Daylight Time, LaraAkin033100@... writes: << Welcome to the group . I had the most horrible experience the other day. About a month and a half ago I went to be weighed. I had to be weighed at the Laundry center at the local hospital. I weighed in at 417 pounds. I was determined to lose the weight so I could have surgery so I went on a diet. I knew my progress was going to be worth being hungry and cranky. I decided to go back and weigh to check my progress. You can imagine my surprise and udder anguish I was feeling when the scale said 440 pounds. Apparently the first time I weighed, the technician did not reset the scale. So now I have 40 + pounds to lose before surgery. So I am in your corner I know what it feels like to be the heaviest you have ever been. I cried all that day and have been the wicked witch of the West today. I am so discouraged. Well, I just wanted you to know that you were not alone. If you want to talk please e-mail me privately. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} Lara >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Lara, You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you 'get yourself ready' to be approved for the surgery. You are very brave and honest to share your story in order to help someone else. I know you will be successful--keep your mind on your goal!! Good luck, sweetie! Please keep us posted on how you are doing. Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 andIn a message dated 6/29/00 2:50:50 PM Pacific Daylight Time, LaraAkin033100@... writes: << Welcome to the group . I had the most horrible experience the other day. About a month and a half ago I went to be weighed. I had to be weighed at the Laundry center at the local hospital. I weighed in at 417 pounds. I was determined to lose the weight so I could have surgery so I went on a diet. I knew my progress was going to be worth being hungry and cranky. I decided to go back and weigh to check my progress. You can imagine my surprise and udder anguish I was feeling when the scale said 440 pounds. Apparently the first time I weighed, the technician did not reset the scale. So now I have 40 + pounds to lose before surgery. So I am in your corner I know what it feels like to be the heaviest you have ever been. I cried all that day and have been the wicked witch of the West today. I am so discouraged. Well, I just wanted you to know that you were not alone. If you want to talk please e-mail me privately. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}}} Lara >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hello , My name is Dena Lawton. I am 52 5'8 " and weigh 350+ pounds. My surgery date is July 19th. I am very excited. Did you have any specific questions? If so, just spit em out! Nothing is sacred here. (Except our unified desire fo this surgery!) Dena Lawton/reddena@... Goofygrits@... wrote: > In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > gdean@... writes: > > << : >> > Gloria, > I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. > Let me know when you get your dance date please. > > in SC > Wanting to start a new life > with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R > > If you see someone without a smile, > Give them one of yours. > > If you and I should meet and > you forget me, you have lost nothing. > > If you meet JESUS and you forget him, > you will have lost everything. > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Free Conference Calling with Firetalk! > Host your next egroup meeting live on Firetalk. > Click here! > http://click.egroups.com/1/5478/3/_/453517/_/962298987/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hello , My name is Dena Lawton. I am 52 5'8 " and weigh 350+ pounds. My surgery date is July 19th. I am very excited. Did you have any specific questions? If so, just spit em out! Nothing is sacred here. (Except our unified desire fo this surgery!) Dena Lawton/reddena@... Goofygrits@... wrote: > In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > gdean@... writes: > > << : >> > Gloria, > I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. > Let me know when you get your dance date please. > > in SC > Wanting to start a new life > with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R > > If you see someone without a smile, > Give them one of yours. > > If you and I should meet and > you forget me, you have lost nothing. > > If you meet JESUS and you forget him, > you will have lost everything. > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Free Conference Calling with Firetalk! > Host your next egroup meeting live on Firetalk. > Click here! > http://click.egroups.com/1/5478/3/_/453517/_/962298987/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Hello , My name is Dena Lawton. I am 52 5'8 " and weigh 350+ pounds. My surgery date is July 19th. I am very excited. Did you have any specific questions? If so, just spit em out! Nothing is sacred here. (Except our unified desire fo this surgery!) Dena Lawton/reddena@... Goofygrits@... wrote: > In a message dated 06/29/2000 9:18:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > gdean@... writes: > > << : >> > Gloria, > I too am interested in people that weighed in over 350, as I am at 386. > Let me know when you get your dance date please. > > in SC > Wanting to start a new life > with the help of MGBsurgery by Dr. R > > If you see someone without a smile, > Give them one of yours. > > If you and I should meet and > you forget me, you have lost nothing. > > If you meet JESUS and you forget him, > you will have lost everything. > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Free Conference Calling with Firetalk! > Host your next egroup meeting live on Firetalk. > Click here! > http://click.egroups.com/1/5478/3/_/453517/_/962298987/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Gloria, I tried the generic TUMS and they were more chalky, I actually found them more disgusting than the Carafate. TUMS berry flavored are much better. Gatorade seems to be on sale everywhere since it is summertime so I just stock up, I prefer the lemon ice it is like lemonade. I only felt like I needed someone with me for 1 day after surgery. I slept alot that day. The next 2 days I took an hour nap in the afternoon and then none after that. Sorry I could not offer more help but those were the only questions that I had experience with. Good Luck. Darlene Gloria Dean wrote: > Good news!! Patient info package has been received and insurance > letter has been sent out. Say a prayer that BCBS of NC will say yes! > > Now for the Questions: > > 1. Has anyone found another (cheaper) multiple vitamin that equals > Walmart One Source? > > 2. Has anyone tried a generic equivalent to Citracil? How about a > generic to TUMS? > > 3. Where is the cheapest place to purchase Gatorade? > > 4. Will there be a support meeting in Durham anytime soon? > > 5. If you live alone, how long do you need someone to stay with you > once you go home from the hospital? > > 6. I have allergies that I take Clartin every day. Will this improve > after surgery? > > 7. I will be turning 50 in a month and have had period irregularity > for the last 2 years and now my periods have stopped. Will it come > back after surgery due to the hormonal fluctuations? > > 8. Has anyone had the surgery who weighs more than 350 lbs. and how > was your recovery? > > Thanks, > > Gloria in NC > BMI 62 > Wt. 383 > Ht. 5'6 " > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Get Red Herring perspective on the flood of venture capital here and > abroad with FREE e-newsletters: Dealflow, Dealflow Europe and VCPS. > http://click.egroups.com/1/5015/3/_/453517/_/962284640/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Gloria, I tried the generic TUMS and they were more chalky, I actually found them more disgusting than the Carafate. TUMS berry flavored are much better. Gatorade seems to be on sale everywhere since it is summertime so I just stock up, I prefer the lemon ice it is like lemonade. I only felt like I needed someone with me for 1 day after surgery. I slept alot that day. The next 2 days I took an hour nap in the afternoon and then none after that. Sorry I could not offer more help but those were the only questions that I had experience with. Good Luck. Darlene Gloria Dean wrote: > Good news!! Patient info package has been received and insurance > letter has been sent out. Say a prayer that BCBS of NC will say yes! > > Now for the Questions: > > 1. Has anyone found another (cheaper) multiple vitamin that equals > Walmart One Source? > > 2. Has anyone tried a generic equivalent to Citracil? How about a > generic to TUMS? > > 3. Where is the cheapest place to purchase Gatorade? > > 4. Will there be a support meeting in Durham anytime soon? > > 5. If you live alone, how long do you need someone to stay with you > once you go home from the hospital? > > 6. I have allergies that I take Clartin every day. Will this improve > after surgery? > > 7. I will be turning 50 in a month and have had period irregularity > for the last 2 years and now my periods have stopped. Will it come > back after surgery due to the hormonal fluctuations? > > 8. Has anyone had the surgery who weighs more than 350 lbs. and how > was your recovery? > > Thanks, > > Gloria in NC > BMI 62 > Wt. 383 > Ht. 5'6 " > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Get Red Herring perspective on the flood of venture capital here and > abroad with FREE e-newsletters: Dealflow, Dealflow Europe and VCPS. > http://click.egroups.com/1/5015/3/_/453517/_/962284640/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 29, 2000 Report Share Posted June 29, 2000 Gloria, I tried the generic TUMS and they were more chalky, I actually found them more disgusting than the Carafate. TUMS berry flavored are much better. Gatorade seems to be on sale everywhere since it is summertime so I just stock up, I prefer the lemon ice it is like lemonade. I only felt like I needed someone with me for 1 day after surgery. I slept alot that day. The next 2 days I took an hour nap in the afternoon and then none after that. Sorry I could not offer more help but those were the only questions that I had experience with. Good Luck. Darlene Gloria Dean wrote: > Good news!! Patient info package has been received and insurance > letter has been sent out. Say a prayer that BCBS of NC will say yes! > > Now for the Questions: > > 1. Has anyone found another (cheaper) multiple vitamin that equals > Walmart One Source? > > 2. Has anyone tried a generic equivalent to Citracil? How about a > generic to TUMS? > > 3. Where is the cheapest place to purchase Gatorade? > > 4. Will there be a support meeting in Durham anytime soon? > > 5. If you live alone, how long do you need someone to stay with you > once you go home from the hospital? > > 6. I have allergies that I take Clartin every day. Will this improve > after surgery? > > 7. I will be turning 50 in a month and have had period irregularity > for the last 2 years and now my periods have stopped. Will it come > back after surgery due to the hormonal fluctuations? > > 8. Has anyone had the surgery who weighs more than 350 lbs. and how > was your recovery? > > Thanks, > > Gloria in NC > BMI 62 > Wt. 383 > Ht. 5'6 " > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Get Red Herring perspective on the flood of venture capital here and > abroad with FREE e-newsletters: Dealflow, Dealflow Europe and VCPS. > http://click.egroups.com/1/5015/3/_/453517/_/962284640/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2000 Report Share Posted June 30, 2000 In a message dated 6/30/00 12:15:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Hadjab@... writes: << Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL >> Hi Deb, You are so very welcome! I believe in sharing whatever we can-- my parents will be happy to know that my degree in English (ed) paid off! LOL Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2000 Report Share Posted June 30, 2000 In a message dated 6/30/00 12:15:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Hadjab@... writes: << Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL >> Hi Deb, You are so very welcome! I believe in sharing whatever we can-- my parents will be happy to know that my degree in English (ed) paid off! LOL Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2000 Report Share Posted June 30, 2000 In a message dated 6/30/00 12:15:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Hadjab@... writes: << Hi Debbie, I just finished typing a modified copy of the letter you sent me... I think I may have to add carpal tunnel syndrome to my list of co-morbidities. LOL I can't thank you enough, it was beautifully worded, I could never have written such a through letter without you help! Deb in IL >> Hi Deb, You are so very welcome! I believe in sharing whatever we can-- my parents will be happy to know that my degree in English (ed) paid off! LOL Regards, Debbie in IL Cigna approved on 3rd appeal for daughter (BMI 45) Counting on Cigna for Debbie (BMI 40) correct online info re-sent 6/29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 22, 2003 Report Share Posted May 22, 2003 Hello everyone hope every one has a pain free day. My name is Carolyn and I am fairly new to the group. I have Chiari1 & also have an Arachnoid Cyst. I had first decompression in 1995 started having symptoms again in 99 after car accident but did not get to severe till recently. I am still waiting for my appointment to be set up with neurosurgeon. I was told that my brain is crammed in my skull really good. My questions are: Does any one keep running a low grade temp. ? If so do you also get moody & uncontrollable crying jags? I have medication for depression, etc., and Dr.'s I go to and myself had mess with my meds to see if they are causing my problem and they are not. The temp has been going on/off for about 3 years now. Another question does any know where I can find a good definition, or maybe someone could tell me, for Arachnoid Cyst? Does any one have the shakes & could they be from Chiari? I know I have to have another surgery and am terrified this time around. Well, now that babbles has wrote a book,LOL, I will sign off now. Thanks to every one for your previous imputes they have been so helpful. I will keep you all in my prayers, God Bless Carolyn PS Does any one have family and friends who think they are crazy when they bring up all the related symptoms they have and try to explain there Chiari? Also has anyone used the Wishes and Rainbows help sight? I have some questions but would like to talk private on this subject. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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