help me before i have surgery any experience???/
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Don't want to worry you but moles can't always be removed, as they can cause cancer (before you ask I'm a nurse)I've had a tiny one for about 25 years; being stupid I tried to cut it out myself. I've been stuck with what looks like a clump of blood blisters ever since.
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Congratulations!!!\n \nYou must ask your GYN/OB about a registred dietician and execise routine before start any routine
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It all depends on the type of surgery you have, but most patients require up to six weeks before heavy lifting and other strenuous activities can be performed. Light activities may be resumed more quickly.
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tough, tough, tough with Medi-Cal.  I can only tell you who to avoid.  But that might get me in trouble if I publish it here.\n\nThe best bet is to go to a university hospital where  surgeons do it frequently.
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I had it done 6 years ago, and have no regrets.  \n\nIt is a fairly long surgery (3-5 hours, depending on the surgeon, his/her technique, and the size of the patient)\n\nYou will probably have pretty long incisions.  Those sting for about a week, but pain medication makes it ok.  There is an achey pain deeper in, which I didn't think was too horrible.\n\nGive yourself a week to do nothing.  Once you are off narcotics, you can drive and pretty much get back to normal.  You might need 2 weeks off work, if you are of the employed persuasion.\n\nHere's a helpful hint:  pantyliners make great pads to soak up the little bit of blood that accumulates on your incisions.\n\nOther than that, do everything your surgeon tells you to do, and things will go well.\n\nGood luck!
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When I was a Dental Assistant at Sheppard AFB (we have a residency there).  One of the residents did a presentation on performing CPR/first aid for obese and/or pregnate (sp??) individuals.\nI would also check out some new equipement (dental supply websites) for endo/oral surgery...they're usually up on top of the inovative techs.\n\nGood Luck!!!
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the first 6 weeks are hell, as with any surgery. Just keep in concact with your doctor
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I had a mole   ( rodent ulcer),   removed last year,\n it was on the side of my neck \n I was very worried about how it was going to feel as well \n The only thing i felt was a tiny scratch from the local anaesthetic needle .\n the rest was a breeze ,\nchatting to the Nurse and the Surgeon \nand before i knew it it was done  , small dressing 2 stitches .\n\n 10 mins max , and NO after pain . \n And virtualy no scar.\n i am sure your procedure,  will go as well  too \n\n\nGood luck \n\n>^,,^<
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Yes but consult with Family Doctor he should be able to find someone it the Area to preform the O-surgery!
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I have had gastric bypass surgery, I would be happy to talk to you about it and answer any questions you have, you can shoot me an e-mail if ya like or IM me on yahoo.  Its a big decision for anyone.  I can honestly say that its the best decision I ever made for my health
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I have had one wisdom tooth taken out and it was ok.  They gave me an injection and I felt absolutely no pain.\nYou would be under a general anaesthic for this and will not feel a thing.\nSurgery is not as scary as it sounds.  Infact, it is very relaxing.\nYou can always have a drug to help you relax prior to the general anaesthetic.  \nHaving surgery is an amazing thing actually.  It takes just a split second to be anaesthetized and before you know it, you are awake and wondering if they have done you or not.\nYou may feel some pain after surgery but with the right pain killers, you will get through it with no problems.\nObviously, your dentist feels they must come out.\nYou will feel better for it and so will your mouth.\nSpeak to your dentist about the fears you are having.  Speak to others who have had it done. I know my little brother in law(who is just 20) had 4 of his out recently and he is doing great.\nMy 15 year old neice had five teeth removed and she was fine.\nOf course, surgery for the first time is scary but I want to assure you that it's not.\nI find it very relaxing.  You will be in the best of care.\nTry not to worry about it.  Think pleasant thoughts.  Sometimes the drs. and nurses joke around with you to help relax you.\nJust think of it has having a nice sleep while they fix up your mouth.\nGood luck : ) Keep smiling.......your teeth will be beautiful
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Check the obesity help web site. They list just about every bariatric surgeon out there and have tons more info on the surgery as well.\nSounds like you had a tough year. I broke my tailbone last fall and it took me months to recover.  Being injured just sucks.
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Been there, had it. You do have to wear a support for a few days and ice the area to reduce swelling. That said, overall it's not bad. Right after the surgery I wasn't in the best of shape, but by the next morning I was walking around no problem, and within a few days I was pretty much back to my routine. Very low risk of infection as it's done on an out-patient basis. \n\nSounds like your doc is being cautious, which is not a bad thing. But I had a pretty positive experience overall, and the 'benefits' (no worries) are well worth it!
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I had this done. There are risks in any surgery which any surgeon will go over to all potential patients.  But as long as you go to an experienced and competent plastic surgeon the risks are minimal.  I didn't suffer any pain but was very bruised in the area for a few weeks.  You wear  compression garments for about 2 months after surgery which helps healing.   It was the best thing I ever did for the confidence it gave me in my body.
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I suffered for YEARS.  I had the surgery almost a year ago and I wonder why I waited to long!!!  If you have them.... get them removed you will be thrilled not to have to deal with them.
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I'm sorry you're having such a hard time.  Do you think that perhaps if you did some work with some non-judgemental people it would help your self confidence before you tried surgery?  Perhaps volunteering with cancer patients? Or rocking the small babies in the hospital?  Or visiting the elderly?  If you try giving of yourself you'll get so much in return.  God loveyou, my friend.  People are so cruel.  My heart goes out to you.
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i had lap. for gallbladder in feb.  plan on a week . use an ice pack at bedtime, wow what a help. it is required to let you know they may need to go open with your surgery, they do not want to wake you up to get permission. i am a nurse, and a big baby with pain, the ice at ten min. an hour was really great help. was doing all but lifting in a week.