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Surgery--Again

 
 
msolga
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 02:06 am
@Roberta,
Quote:
The message I got said that they wanted to operate on Wednesday. I almost had a heart attack. (If I drop dead, I wouldn't need the surgery.)

When I called, I asked if this is an emergency. No, it's not. They just happened to have an opening.

I'm aiming for the end of September. I need to finish work and get some other testing done (which may be an emergency).

I've had about six panic attacks since I spoke with the doctor.

Enough already.


Roberta, I haven't read the posts following this one yet, but Wednesday seems so soon! Especially since they say it's not an emergency.

You need the time to digest this latest information. Then you'll be in some position to think clearly about possible surgery & when it might actually happen. You need the time to think, & to figure out every single question & receive answers to every one of them, about this surgery, before deciding what happens next ... & when it might happen.

As Noddy would have said, hold your dominion, Roberta. Hang in there!

(I'm so sorry about what you're going through. I wish I could just visit you & talk, listen ....)

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jespah
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 04:13 am
Focusing good thoughts this week, and always.
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Swimpy
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 08:57 am
@Roberta,
Oy. Extending my hand to you Roberta. Hang on, we're here.
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JPB
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 10:01 am
@Roberta,
So sorry to hear your bad news, Roberta.

Thoughts and well wishes headed your way.
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mac11
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 01:16 pm
You're in my thoughts too, Roberta. I just wish we could all be there in person and help make things easier for you.
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Roberta
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 09:40 pm
Thank you all for your kind thoughts, good wishes, and support. It means a lot. More than you know.
Eva
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 11:26 pm
What? Wednesday! That's entirely too fast!

****.
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dlowan
 
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Reply Mon 17 Aug, 2009 11:57 pm
@Roberta,
Wot I said earlier, but with more huggagement.

I hope it is all over and out soon, and you are feeling much better, and recovering nicely, thank you.

You may need to be sent some very nice head-scarves, perhaps?
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Izzie
 
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Reply Tue 18 Aug, 2009 12:27 am
@Roberta,
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((boida))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) x
msolga
 
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Reply Tue 18 Aug, 2009 01:13 am
@Izzie,
Thinking of you a lot today, Roberta.
Imagining the pressures of your work deadlines, on top of these very serious considerations.
And the best I can do is send messages of love & support. I wish there was more we could do! Sad
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Izzie
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 09:26 am
@Roberta,
Hey........

just here - letting you know I'm thinking of you and hoping you're alright goil xxxx
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Foxfyre
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 09:48 am
Is today the day? Or next Wednesday? Roberta is at the top of the prayer list right now.
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ehBeth
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 10:20 am
@Roberta,
love you

will send hugs back with Thomas
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Roberta
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 10:39 am
The surgery is now scheduled for the beginning of October. I needed time to fulfill work commitments. I just left a message that if I don't speak to a doctor to answer all my questions, I won't have the surgery. I was assured I'd get a call.
sozobe
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 10:52 am
@Roberta,
Whew.

Thanks for the update.
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Roberta
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 01:01 pm
I'm kinda withdrawn. Don't feel much like talking or socializing. I'm focusing on work and getting a lot done. I had to give up a big job. Too much chance that it would take too long. I coulda used the big paycheck.

I'm seeing my depression therapist tomorrow. Brace yourself, lady.

Thanks, again, you guys. You really a source of strength for me.

My cousin wrote to tell me that every time he gets one of my "medical updates," he vows to stop kvetching and whining and complaining about minor aches and pains. His wife is grateful.

Bethie, please give that Goiman guy a gigantic hug for me. He's been instructed to give one to you.

Walter Hinteler
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 01:14 pm
@Roberta,
Not a bad idea at all to focus on work, Roberta.
But just a bit more talking and socialising wouldn't be bad ides either.

You are handling all this quite well - I'm sure, your 'depression therapist' can give you some help, too.
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roger
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 01:46 pm
@Roberta,
Excellent! Anytime they won't answer questions, assume they don't know the answers, or have something to hide.
Roberta
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 02:59 pm
@roger,
roger wrote:

Excellent! Anytime they won't answer questions, assume they don't know the answers, or have something to hide.


A doctor called to talk to me and answer questions. I wasn't around. I called back twice and am still waiting for the return-return call.
Izzie
 
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Reply Thu 20 Aug, 2009 11:40 pm
@Roberta,
Hope that call comes thru tomorrow goil.

Will call you over the weekend before we return home. xxxx
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