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I had a visit with a local hematologist yesterday and she is unconcerned unless it trends downward sharply. I fought and fought for an infusion, but all I got was a recommendation for ferrous sulfate 325mg, 3 times a day and a schedule for getting my labs checked every 2 weeks. ??? Am I remembering wrong that ferrous sulfate isn't as effective as carbonyl?
SO, I am in the market for another hematologist. I'm dizzy a lot, exhausted, nearly fainted at my father's doctor appt the other week (which I felt horrible about...my father is wheelchair/bed bound and I'm the one the nurses are running to), I'm freezing all the time (it's different than just the weight loss coldness-that had leveled off), and concentration is out the window. Any recs for one in your (Michigan/Ohio/Indiana)area? I live 50 miles west of Toledo, Ohio and SO willing to travel for the right treatment from the right doctor.Or tips for dealing with the one I have?
You know, head hunger is a major battle. You might not truly be hungry, you are a big guy and so your mind thinks "Gee, there is no way you can be full on 2oz." But you can, and as long as you recognize the head hunger, you are getting stronger each day.
My husband and I talk all the time about cooking and what cooking will be like after the surgery. We decided to re- stock our pantry and freezer with meat and protien and research as many recipes as we can so that we don't feel deprived. I told my husband about your ability to eat beans and cheese, I might have to make some refried beans, just for emergencies.
Remember, you are only a few days out and you are doing great!
Keep on Rockin it, I can't wait to see your progress after 30, 60 and 90 days.
I am only one, But still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do
the something that I can do.
Edward Everett Hale
Onederland 1/26/2010
you can sabotage yourself. I had the best luck following my DR's orders. The yellow pages were my orders and I followed them faithfully. Glad you walked, and at least you were eating Protein (meat). That was the hardest for me, getting in all the protein. The shakes made me GAG. Now I drink fruit smoothies with Protein in them and am loving it.
I am only one, But still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do
the something that I can do.
Edward Everett Hale
Onederland 1/26/2010
Pre-op: 346/Current: 144/ My Goal: 165/ Dr. Goal 160/ My New Goal: 145, Surgery Date: March 12,2008
Panni Removal May 28, 2010, Revision to Panni Removal December 23, 2010 with Dr. Thomas Southern, Indianapolis, Indiana
GOAL REACHED 11/29/2009
New GOAL set @ 146 pounds!!!! Reached second goal, now at 144, it's all a number game now!!!
The beauty of a woman is not seen through what she wears. It is seen through how she carries herself and the way she doesn’t allow herself to settle. Don’t ever let anyone take for granted the beauty that is within you. Stand firm and know that you’re a wonderful person. Always remember your value and respect yourself. I’m so blessed to have you in my life. Sometimes we all need to be reminded how special we really are!
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