Hi Again

I've been away for awhile. Just sorting out some feelings and stuff. It looks like my appointment with the surgeon will be put on hold until my vitamin D/ Calcium is sorted out. I thought by now, that I would have a date to meet with the surgeon and would be looking for a surgery date sometime early fall. The way things are going it is unlikely now. It is the Internist that I met about a month ago that wants me to meet with another specialist to sort this out. It's kind of confusing to me and both the dietician and another doctor that I have seen, cannot figure out why he is making me see this specialist because although my vitamin D is on the lower end of "normal", it is not necessarily "low". This whole scenario is really holding things up for me and I have been feeling really down about it. Some of you may remember me posting that the Internist was not happy with the fact that I wanted to pursue the surgery. He thought that I did not need it. ..I don't know, it's just a real bummer. And, although I am happy for those of you that continue to get surgery dates, it's been really difficult to continue being positive about my situation. I know that the best thing is to just get over it, practise patience, and to stop feeling sorry for myself. I did however want to thank those of you who have continued to keep in touch with me despite my struggles and my avoidance of posting and commenting on this forum. I just wanted to let you know where I was at.

Thanks,

Barb

I'm sorry, that's very frustrating. I'm just at the beginning, so I have no advice or experience, but I hope that it all gets sorted out quickly.

Thanks Katie. I hope so! All the best with your journey too.

Barb

Sorry hon :(

Thanks Jobear.

sometimes I wish there was options like on FB when you "like" a post. :(

I am sorry that things are not falling exactly into place. I understand the frustration and anxiety. I hope you can find strength in yourself and those around you to pull through this time. Is there any possibility of your another doctor to speak with this internist and give a polite yet firm professional push? Especially if they think it is an unnecessary delay? Just a thought. Hang in there... remember, you have a support system here, especially when things are not going great. HUGS

Jackie

Thanks Jackie. Yes, I think I will call the Dietician today (because she knows him and works with him) and see if she will talk to him.

Thanks,

Barb

Hello Barb:

I remember feeling that way about the nutritionist and social worker - they BOTH wanted to see me 3 times and I felt that they were "ganging up" on me, but really, we just need to tow the line, do what they want and although it feels like it will never come, it will! Best case scenario, the specialist sees you and says "what the heck?" she is fine. My vit D was very low as well and my internist had me start on Vit D right away during the process. Keep your eye on the prize - they have the power and it is frustrating not to be able to control the entire process - we are here for you. xoxoxoxo

Hi Leeann,

Thanks for giving me your perspective, and you are right - I really have to believe that everything is going to workout and the power is not with me at the moment. You are very encouraging. Thank you.

Barb

Hi Barb,

I am sorry that you are feeling down and are frustrated with the process. It can be very stressful going through the process. Hopefully with the support of the dietitian and other doctor the internist can be overruled and you can move forward towards WLS. Thank you for posting and sharing your situation.