Tracy's Journey Into The Unknown (Maintenance!!)
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TracyGWill
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I clicked on the thread then it had a link as I couldn't see it either & to be honest after seeing the clown kinda wish I hadn't
Lol, he is horrifying.
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wafflewaffle
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I clicked on the thread then it had a link as I couldn't see it either & to be honest after seeing the clown kinda wish I hadn't
I see it Yehy thank you lol!! Clowns are just odd aren't they!! We always have some well random discussions on your thread Tracy lol x
TracyGWill
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Well I was back down to 10st 8lbs this morning, which was pleasing. But I'm not going to change my stats on here or MFP until things settle down after my op, as it's sure to go up again! Only five days now, and I am seriously pooping myself, lol. I had an appointment with my new surgeon the other day, and he couldn't have made it more plain that he doesn't think I should have been offered the op at my young(!) age, and did everything he could to put me off by telling me all the things that could go wrong, up to and including death!! He was truly horrible, and I came away feeling totally freaked out, but I still signed the consent form. So I'm getting everything sorted out, got all new nightwear packed away in a new overnight bag - thought having new stuff would make me feel a bit happier about going in! I've also packed some nice things to eat, as I'm concerned about being at the mercy of NHS catering!! xx
He was truly horrible, and I came away feeling totally freaked out, but I still signed the consent form. So I'm getting everything sorted out, got all new nightwear packed away in a new overnight bag - thought having new stuff would make me feel a bit happier about going in! I've also packed some nice things to eat, as I'm concerned about being at the mercy of NHS catering!! xx
wafflewaffle
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Well I was back down to 10st 8lbs this morning, which was pleasing. But I'm not going to change my stats on here or MFP until things settle down after my op, as it's sure to go up again! Only five days now, and I am seriously pooping myself, lol. I had an appointment with my new surgeon the other day, and he couldn't have made it more plain that he doesn't think I should have been offered the op at my young(!) age, and did everything he could to put me off by telling me all the things that could go wrong, up to and including death!!
They do a lovely cheese sandwich lol!! Why did he say that surely age doesn't matter? If you have a bad knee that affects your mobility then surely you need the op regardless of age?
Try not to worry to much I think they have to give you the awful truths about any op, I know it's not the same but hearing about the risks of my caserian and epidural were terrifying I'm a panicker as it is lol!
Good idea with the nice new things make it like a little holiday (a scary one I know) you'll be fine and we will all be rooting for you here, please be sure to let us know how u get on coz I'll be worrying about u xx
TracyGWill
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Thank you, hon! He was just being a complete arsehole, to be honest, but we both buttoned our lips during the appointment, knowing he's going to be cutting me up, lol. They don't routinely do knee replacements until you're at least 60, and I'd resigned myself to having to wait, but then the previous consultant offered me the op and I was thrilled. But this guy clearly disagrees and was just very rude and antagonistic! Ah well, hopefully he's a good surgeon!
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TracyGWill
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Thanks, Lexie! Did Kat have issues too? I know they have to tell you about the possible problems, but he just reeled them all off as though they were all equally likely - wound infection, DVT, heart attack, stroke, death!! He said I'd have a "big ugly scar" - like I care about that, the state my skin's in post-weightloss, lol. I just said yes, I understand all that, and signed the consent! Can't wait to see him again on Friday!
As you say, he doesn't have to live my life. xx
Mis-behave
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Horrid person! Glad you decided to continue with it being nervous and waiting for the surgery is stressful .. Will be thinking of you, and wishing you all the best for when it happens, and a speedy recovery !
being nervous and waiting for the surgery is stressful .. Will be thinking of you, and wishing you all the best for when it happens, and a speedy recovery !
PrincessSparklePants
Little Miss Christmas
Well I was back down to 10st 8lbs this morning, which was pleasing. But I'm not going to change my stats on here or MFP until things settle down after my op, as it's sure to go up again! Only five days now, and I am seriously pooping myself, lol. I had an appointment with my new surgeon the other day, and he couldn't have made it more plain that he doesn't think I should have been offered the op at my young(!) age, and did everything he could to put me off by telling me all the things that could go wrong, up to and including death!!
Thank you, hon! He was just being a complete arsehole, to be honest, but we both buttoned our lips during the appointment, knowing he's going to be cutting me up, lol. They don't routinely do knee replacements until you're at least 60, and I'd resigned myself to having to wait, but then the previous consultant offered me the op and I was thrilled. But this guy clearly disagrees and was just very rude and antagonistic! Ah well, hopefully he's a good surgeon!
Horrid person! Glad you decided to continue with it
Eugh!! What a horrible sounding man! Like Waffle says , if your knees are bad enough which they sadly are - you NEED it! It's not a bloody vanity operation! You're spending half your time in a wheelchair and that's no way to live when something can be done to reverse it! Eugh! What a bumface!
Have my fingers crossed extra tightly - can't believe how quickly it's come round! I'm hoping this time next week you'll be home and recuperating (not sure how long you have to stay for. ) And one arseface who you only see when out for the count - and for momentary checks if it's him doing them - will soon be outnumbered by lovely nurses
TracyGWill
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Horrid person! Glad you decided to continue with it
Thanks, Tara! I was nervous enough before I saw Doctor Grumpy, lol. I just need to stay strong for long enough to get there without changing my mind!!
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TracyGWill
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Eugh!! What a horrible sounding man! Like Waffle says , if your knees are bad enough which they sadly are - you NEED it! It's not a bloody vanity operation! You're spending half your time in a wheelchair and that's no way to live when something can be done to reverse it! Eugh! What a bumface!
Have my fingers crossed extra tightly - can't believe how quickly it's come round! I'm hoping this time next week you'll be home and recuperating (not sure how long you have to stay for. ) And one arseface who you only see when out for the count - and for momentary checks if it's him doing them - will soon be outnumbered by lovely nurses
Thank you, Kym! I've been told I'll be I'm for 3-5 days - fingers crossed it's nearer 3 than 5, I really hate hospitals, lol. I made the mistake of reading a patient review of the ward I'm going to be on, so am expecting the nurses to be as grumpy as my surgeon!!
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PrincessSparklePants
Little Miss Christmas
Thank you, Kym! I've been told I'll be I'm for 3-5 days - fingers crossed it's nearer 3 than 5, I really hate hospitals, lol. I made the mistake of reading a patient review of the ward I'm going to be on, so am expecting the nurses to be as grumpy as my surgeon!!
Ew! Hopefully they were just having a bd busy day or a different shift and yours will be super nice.
.... or else
We'll get them Fiingers crossed it's 3 xxx
TracyGWill
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I don't know who some of them think they are, honestly, but I didn't want to say anything as my fate is, quite literally, in his hands!
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Lexie2005
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I don't know who some of them think they are, honestly, but I didn't want to say anything as my fate is, quite literally, in his hands!
It'll be ok babe. You must post & let us know you're ok x
Rachgleeson
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Doctor sounds vile. Bet you can't wait for it to be over and done with. Which will be before you know it. Xx
TracyGWill
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Thanks Lexie and Rachel! I've been to the compulsory knee education group today, where they went through what to expect in rather more detail than I would have liked lol. I've always been somewhat phobic about staying in hospital, so it's really making me anxious now! But like you say, it'll soon be over, thank goodness. xx
I've been to the compulsory knee education group today, where they went through what to expect in rather more detail than I would have liked lol. I've always been somewhat phobic about staying in hospital, so it's really making me anxious now! But like you say, it'll soon be over, thank goodness. xx
Lexie2005
5:2 lover
Thanks Lexie and Rachel!
The blooming detail they go in to!!!! I really don't think it's necessary, try not to worry although I know that's easy for me to say x
TracyGWill
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Lol - by the time they'd finished talking about drips, drains, catheters and morphine I felt like running out of the room screaming!
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