I think pretty much everyone knows, at this point, that I have to have my gall bladder removed. I am enjoying a lovely little adventure called Cholecystitis (inflamed gall bladder.) The two treatments are 1. Gall bladder removal and 2. Not eating. I am not kidding. My midwife told me that if it's too horrible to eat, just stop eating and go in every couple of days for IV fluids. As painful as it is to eat, (and gross when I throw up) I just don't feel good about starving the lemon. (According to BabyCenter, "Owenabeth" is now the size of a lemon.) So I eat as infrequently as possible and suffer the consequences, in hopes this little baby gets at least a little nutrition in addition to what he/she is sucking out who-knows-where. I have an appointment tomorrow with a general surgeon for a consultation. When I initially called, his receptionist told me he wouldn't operate until the baby is 6 weeks old. Ugh. (The thought of having surgery, a 6 week old AND a 4 year old pretty much makes me want to die.) Hopefully I can convince the friend to operate--I really want to enjoy Thanksgiving, I mean, I'm eating for two (and making up for lost time!) doesn't that pretty much give me carte blanche to eat half the turkey and my own pumpkin pie? Because I think it does! I just want to be able to EAT again. Well, without consequences. How hard can it be to convince the friend? I mean, I'm only 14 weeks pregnant so my uterus is still (relatively) small AND I have insurance so he knows he's getting paid. Puh-leeze. Anyway, I'll update the ole' blog after I find out if and when my gall bladder and I say adieu. It's been a great 30 years, thanks for everything.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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Peggy, Sweety,
You know me and me herbal stuff.... I just have to let you know they wanted to take my gallbladder out a couple years ago. I had some HORRIBLE attacks. Trust me, I'd rather give birth than go through that again!! Anyway, I'm seeing a homeopath here in Farmington and he's literally saved my life! It's a little pricey, but sure beats the heck out of surgery!!
I've been seeing him for my heart and MS problems (and other issues) and have been able to avoid the traditional meds (which for 1 of many costs $400 a month: just my co-pay!!). My neurologist is shocked silly by the results.
I think it's at least a call to see if they think they can help. The number is 447-8680 and I see Dave Woolston. Tell him Toni sent you and let them know the urgency of your situation and they'll do what they can to get you in. LMK and I'll even come with you. I'm just a couple blocks away.
Good luck with everything, dear friend! I really do feel your pain!
~T
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