Don't make my mistake!

I was scheduled for surgery yesterday and got all the way to the pre-op room. The nurse ready to put in my I-V, and the anesthetician said, hold-up. I had just spoke with him a few minutes before and he detected that I had a slight cold coming on. He and my doctor decided it would be too risky for surgery because with anesthesia being hard on your pulmonary I might develope bronchitis or pneumonia. I am greatful to them for not wanting to take the risk and my doctor (Michael Schweitzer) said he would reschedule me for two weeks so I wouldn't have to wait long.New date 3/9/04. His nurse also gave me a prescription for a Z-Pak which should help clear up my chest. I feel bad that I didn't realize that the slight stuffyness I had would make that much difference. So, If you feel like your getting a cold, I suggest you call your doctor before you get this far.

Wow that's kind of a bummer, but at least your surgeon is thinking of your health first.

I am sorry you had this set back but....WELCOME TO THE MARCHERS.!!!! We are a great group of people and look forward to walking this journey with you. I am March 16.

Thanks for your kind words. I'm not too bummed, I been waiting for four years I guess two weeks more doesn't seem that bad. Good Luck to you on your journey to a healthier life.

You definitely get the "Great Attitude" award! Welcome to the community! Glad you are a Marcher! Joy

Loretta, Having your date changed must be a bummer, it's wonderful that you have taken it so well and you understand that it is for your health. Welcome to the Marchers. Hugs, Mo doin' the 25 days and a wake up Happy Mo Dance

Sorry that your date was changed, but now you are having yours on the same day as me, when can be losers together!! `Nicole

I am so sorry for this set back. You are very lucky to have such concientious doctors taking care of you. A little set back due to a little cold is very much worth it in view of the extreme complications you could encounter. Welcome to the Marchers!!! Hey, Kimmer, we got another Niner!!! Whitney Angels: Lori and Va

HI Loretta!!! What a great staff you have taking care of you!!! I am so happy they caught a small problem before it became a "post op complication" ewwwwwwwww that sounds awful doesn't it?? Thanks for warning other pre-ops not to ignore what seems like some "stuffyness" Anyhoooo.... GOOD NEWS you're now a MARCHER & A NINER!!! Plus you're having surgery on my birthday!!! How great is that??!!??!! Hope you get to feeling better soon.. have some chicken broth and lots of tea... I can't get thru a cold without hot tea.... Welcome to the Marchers!!!

Loretta -- EVERYthing happens for a reason...you've got a sharp-eyed staff watching out for your best interests, and in that you should take some peace! But...you're now a Marcher (March surgeries) AND a Niner (surgeries on 9th, 19th or 29th...). WELCOME TO OUR COMMUNITY!! Kimmer Queen of the Niners, Instigator to All Marchers, High Priestess of Giggles Zero-minus-12 and 6 work days to go!