Question:
I am getting reversed...
For anyone who has followed my journey, I just wanted to tell you that I will be having a reversal of the BPD/DS on 8/20/02. Obviously, not a complete reversal as this is not possible, but putting everything back as it was as much as they can. I am sick of being sick and I am now almost bedridden most days from anemia and pooping. I am not writing this to scare anyone but to update some people who have been very kind to me always. I feel that this is my last option and I hope beyond hope, that all of you who have had WLS, do great and have the best results possible. Hugs to you all, Barb — Barbara H. (posted on August 10, 2002)
August 10, 2002
I am so happy your finally able to get this done. Your surgery needed
reversed bad. Its a rare thing but in your case it necessary.<P>
Incidently because of a bug I had to change this posts title to get it
approved. Sorry about that hopefully it will be fixed soon.
— bob-haller
August 10, 2002
Dear Barbara...I hope this reversal can free you from the absolute
nighmarish hell you have been going through since your surgery. I pray for
a very successful surgery. Hugs, Joy
— [Deactivated Member]
August 10, 2002
Dear Barbara, You will most definately be in my thoughts and prayers, I
hope this reversal will once again give you the quality of life you
deserve-take care and get well soon, keep us all posted. Love, Angie
— Angela S.
August 10, 2002
Barbara, I'm so happy about your news! I'm crossing my fingers that this is
what you need to get your life back -- a long, healthy, happy life. You
deserve it! You have provided so much support and information to those
researching WLS. I was grateful to come across your story when I was a
pre-op, because it allowed me to make my WLS decision with my eyes wide
open to the risks. Thank you, and best of luck on the 20th. You'll be in my
thoughts.
— Tally
August 10, 2002
Barbara,
Thanks for sharing you horrid story. Good luch crossing back and may you
find good health and happiness always.
Big hugs,
Diane
— Lady D.
August 10, 2002
May you only find health and happiness after this reversal. I wish you the
best during your recovery and long afterwards. The pain you have gone
through and illnesses you have had to bear are too much, and although they
may not be gone fully, I hope they will decrease so you can have a happy
life again. We'll all be thinking of you!
— Lezlie Y.
August 10, 2002
Barbara - Best wishes to you as you begin this part of your journey. I pray
that all goes well for you and that this will be what you need to feel like
yourself again. Best wishes - Anna
— Anna L.
August 10, 2002
Hooray, Barbara!!! I am so glad you have sought out a surgeon who can
correct what was obviously a questionable job on your original weight loss
surgery. It will be interesting to discover what they find when they open
you up. I also want to reinforce to all those reading this that the
problem doesn't lie in the type of procedure. Many, many people have the
DS without the problems she has had. Having corresponded with you about
your particular issues, I feel confident that with the revision, you will
recover your health AND maintain your weight loss. Just out of curiosity,
who are you having do the procedure and when? Best wishes to you,
Barbara!
— merri B.
August 10, 2002
Barbara: I am so glad to hear this news. Your story has touched me more
than most, and I think about you often. I hope this surgery gives you back
the quality life you deserve. Make sure to keep us updated on your
recovery.
— Cyndie K.
August 10, 2002
hi, Barb - I hope that you have an uneventful recovery and gain back your
health!
— Jean K.
August 10, 2002
Best wishes to you on your reversal surgery. You have great courage to have
told your story here, and pre ops and as well as us post ops are grateful
that you did so. We all need to know that this surgery is not a cure all
and things can and do go wrong, research is the key, and even then not
everything can go as planned. I am sorry that your surgery had to be the
example of that, but hopefully something great will come of all this
garbage you've gone through. You'll be in my prayers.
— Carey N.
August 10, 2002
Barb, I'm so happy that you are finally going to get it done. I had'nt
heard from you in a long time and wondered if you had it done yet. I sure
hope you will be able to regain your health and NOT the pounds. I've always
heard that you gain all your weight and more with a reversal, however you
can not keep going on like you have. I wish you the absolute best! Your
friend, Dan.
— Danmark
August 10, 2002
Barb, I hope you'll keep us updated on post surgical issues. I just read
your profile. You deserve a reversal!I hope it is successful.
— Connie M.
August 10, 2002
We will certainly lift you in prayer for His healing and inner peace. What
a courageous woman you are! I hope with all my heart that you will regain
your health 300% -- Thank you for sharing your story to educate us. God
bless you! His Arms are around you every second. CJ
— cjtich
August 10, 2002
God bless you Barbara. I will be praying for you. You have suffered so
much, I don't know how you did it for 3 years!! I hope your surgery is
successful and you make a full reocovery or at least be healthier than you
are now. Please keep us posted. A BIG HUG
— Cindee A.
August 16, 2002
{{{Big hugs}}}, Barbara...may God Bless you richly. Please keep us posted
on how you're doing...and please don't leave AMOS.
— CaseyinLA
August 16, 2002
Barbara, best wishes on a successful reversal and quick recovery. May you
have the health and happiness that you deserve.
— [Deactivated Member]
August 16, 2002
(((Barb))) You have certainly had a long, bumpy road. My heart goes out
to you. I sincerely hope that this reversal will bring you good health
& good fortune. Please post updates after your reversal--we're all
pulling for you & anxious to hear about your recovery. You & your
family will be in my prayers.
— Laurie A.
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