Question:
red and white blood cells

went in to have a hernia repair and was unable to have surgery, due to white platelets too low , and red blood cells too high, I'vve never had this problem before. I'm very worried at this point, going to see a helotologist soon, anyone else had this problem, thank you all for any answers. Im over 5 yrs out with great results Sandy 327 - 132    — Sandra S. (posted on November 11, 2006)

November 11, 2006
Glad you've done so well, and kept your weight off. I had blood issues also. I am 5years post op. About 2 years ago I was filling sick alot and very tired . thats when I found out about my blood issues. I was given 2 units of blood and then interveinous iron 3 times a week for about 3 months. I not had blood issues sense, however I do eat more, now I have gained 40 lbs which bother me greatly. bless you RW
   — rainbow

November 15, 2006
Hi Sandy and Rain. My name is Diane and I am 6 years post-op. I read you other posting, Rain and wanted to respond to the weight gain issue and the anemia issue. I have also gained 40 of the 136 pounds I lost back. Last year I was so anemic that I also had to have iron infusions for about 3 months. After the infusions, the weight started coming back. I was hungrier and hungrier and now feel as if my stomach is totally stretched out. I am scared that I will never lose the weight again and wish that I had not had the iron infusions. I do not know if I would have felt better being thin and severly anemic or size 14 again and depressed! I am sorry to hear that we and so many others are having the same issues. It is nice to log on and compare notes though! Good luck to both of you!
   — bandladyds