Referral sent in...telling people
Hi,
I saw my family doctor back in June and he sent a referral to the OWMC. Apparently something needed redoing and now instead of being referred in June they have me in the pile of people referred in August. I found this out by calling. Very frustrated but trying to be patient. So as I wait for the orientation session I debate telling anyone. Any suggestions on telling anyone? How long did you wait to tell people? Can I do this on my own until I need a ride to the hospital for surgery? This is what I think about while I wait for orientation, aside from when will that letter come.
I do enjoy reading through this forum, it is very helpful to read through...thank you
I told people much like I would tell them about any other surgery. How long would you wait to tell people you were having your gall bladder removed or a hip replacement or a hysterectomy? Would you wait until you need a ride to the hospital or tell people in advance?
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I told people I was going to a WLS seminar (first step in the process for me). If people didn't ask I didn't mention it for awhile until I had more info to share. Not everyone was supportive, they felt I should be able to lose on my own. (several discussions about why I could not, meds, etc.) If they asked questions I answered as best I could. Meanwhile I kept digging for info for myself, it is a major surgery and I wanted to make an informed decision, and I did. Good luck
Pre-op, I only told people who needed to know in case I died on the table. So.. my partners, my parents, my brother, and my three best friends. I also told my voice teacher because my recovery had an impact on my lessons.
I wrestled with telling people post-op, and finally did about 4 months post-op. I think I just needed to be sure that things were going to work and that I felt secure. My friends have been nothing but supportive, since they're awesome :D
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