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katiehghtn

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Does Weight Matter As to Wether They Will Operate?
Posted: 01-11-07 12:53pm

Hi
i am have an ed I am 5'5 and approxiamately 102/103 pound I am supposed to be having a laparoscopy at the end of january which is minor keyhole surgery-does it matter that I have an ed and am underweight?Do you think they might say no to doing it?I have my pre op on the 16th should I tell them ot just leave it???
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Thegymbum

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Posted: 01-15-07 13:27pm

Hey there. I'm curious, what is the procedure for..? Like, for example, gallstones, hernia, or acid reflux or something? I'm wondering because their willingness to operate would probably be determined by how much of a threat the condition that you're having surgery for would be if they didn't operate... Whereas if it were something pretty minor, they might be more likely to wait.

Also, how is your physical health condition other than the weight, and whatever the surgery is for? If you're not very stable, it could definitely influence their decision... As well as if they were worried that you wouldn't be willing to eat enough for efficient recovery, etc. And of course, the surgeon's personal opinion would be a factor...

There's always a chance that they might want you to reach a "healthier" weight before they operate... For example, I had to have knee surgery a while ago and had to hit a target weight before they would do so. But of course it would be a different situation if the surgery were for something that was really threatening your health! But anyway, best of luck! I hope that everything works out alright Smile
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katiehghtn

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Posted: 01-20-07 17:22pm

Hi
i had the pre op and she didnt mention anythng about my weight even tho she did weigh me with all my clothes,coat and boots on.
I didnt mention the eting disorder-so im worrying maybe I should?Hmmm I dont know I just hope there are no problems!!!!
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