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scooter81
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Hi bab, sorry to hear you've been unwell 
but fair play to you for taking on not 1 but 3 dressing gown changes! dead proud of you!
Driving lessons.. Got to be done! I currently drive a yamaha xmaz yp125r super scooterr (big beasty thing) that I'm struggling with the weight. Its now too big and I look lost on the seat.. As much as I love it - wind whipping past you I don't always have the strength to support and hold the weight and am verry conscious of final destination syndrome - what's gonna get me next?! - so figure its time to get some protection round me as another bump and it could be adios!
Besides I can fit behind car steering wheel now and quite fancy having a day out with my nieces and nephews and now they're 5yrs old they don't fit in my backpack or seat! Plus it is child abuse I figure.. Will resume! On break at work
but fair play to you for taking on not 1 but 3 dressing gown changes! dead proud of you!Driving lessons.. Got to be done! I currently drive a yamaha xmaz yp125r super scooterr (big beasty thing) that I'm struggling with the weight. Its now too big and I look lost on the seat.. As much as I love it - wind whipping past you I don't always have the strength to support and hold the weight and am verry conscious of final destination syndrome - what's gonna get me next?! - so figure its time to get some protection round me as another bump and it could be adios!
Besides I can fit behind car steering wheel now and quite fancy having a day out with my nieces and nephews and now they're 5yrs old they don't fit in my backpack or seat! Plus it is child abuse I figure.. Will resume! On break at work
scooter81
Walking Disaster Area
continued.. haha! Resumed from my moms, its like the Ritz! Central heating, internet.. fantastic food, and company
Thankyou for the lovely comments, nice to know someone gets bored enough to read the drivvel haha! only kidding Nice to know I can be of some help, and your all in my thoughts and prayers.
Im glad to hear your building up, even getting your fighting robe on and off (all 3 of em!) to smash the next day into the middle of next week, and one step in a better direction for yourself and the family.
I feel bad that alot of this thread is about sadness and not pleasant to read, pretty much emotional rollercoaster/train wreck that gets read as and when. I know theres plenty of ups and downs and some of it is pretty dire. Its just how it happens, and looking back I think.. omg! but as they go on things get better and can see how far Ive come and it gives me determination to not go back anywhere near there.
This whole thing Monday is really getting me stressing now, Ive had a convo at work about it - what happens if they cant fix it or something serious is going on and they need to fix it? Will they admit you? will they do it there and then?? Answer I gave.. naa.. to which I had my department manager say.. "no keeping you back anymore is there??" to which I gave the most unconvincing Im ok smile.
Think people at work are now getting used to things, and have gotten round the "wow! went away in february back to work in July and 8 stone off !! WOW!! AMAZING! MIRACLE!! WLS IS THE BOMB!!" to .. its not like on fat surgeons.. or.. its not like weight loss ward.. its not been easy has it? so something has come of it to give a better understanding to the public in general with regards to people like you and I.
Tend to know when Im not in particularly feeling good day, and to leave me alone to battle through. IVe really felt it this week without being able to take anti-sickness tablets and lansaprazole.. had couple good days, but oddly enough my food consumption has gone down - 3 mini meals a day (3 spoons a time) but its been every day Ive eaten it so even though it seems its a step back, its actually what I consider to be progress because without all those anti sickness Im still gettign more in and thats got to be good!
Driving lessons.. never really been able to afford car lessons, and now Im not yamming £50 a week in food down my neck, figured its time to put the money to good use. So far its decorated my flat, gone in my savings, and now teach me to drive. I have 2 beautiful nieces, and 2 nephews who are my world. I live 5 miles away, and up until recently (broken down motorcycle) see them every day even if its only for 10 minutes.
On the weekend, we go out over the park for an hour or so, fly a kite, kick a football, play on the slide or just go for a walk and monster hunting or into town. Would be nice to be able to take them in the car somewhere more interesting or nicer.
It also means I can finally get out there and explore the big wide world a bit more too. With stuff goign on, I need a distraction or something to focus my time on. Tomorrow is my first lesson, looking forward to it! give me a taster of thigns, and something to focus on until next weeks lesson. Its something for me, and nothings going to stop me (unless we run out of fuel).
Test results.. mmm.. yeah! I can almost feel that drain rod going down me neck now .. eughhh! Stressing but trying to keep calm and collected, Ive also tried to eat some nice foods in case I wind up nil by mouth again.. I wont.. but still there at the back of the mind. I just have to remember.. these are proffessionals who in every instance know EXACTLY what they are doing.. as the mission statement of the PCT states.. they aim to make every patient..
Cared for.. Welcomed.. In Safe Hands.. I have absolutely nothing to worry about.. and moving swiftly on!
I have the luxury of spending tonight at my parents, with them and my terror of a niece (shes 5 going on 50 and never shuts up!) and have even decided to go on a spending spree tomorrow for work. On the quest for work trousers and shirts.. yay! :-/Just have to keep moving on with life and things and try not to dwell on the shoulda, woulda, couldas, what ifs. All it got me is angry, burning up with bitterness and hatred turning me into something that isnt me. Cant give up living until its convenient for the world to get to my way of thinking, it might never happen and Ive wasted enough time in previous years, times too valuable
Love to you and your family dearest Sicknote, and keep battling on. Got your Fighting robe, just gotta keep putting the mits on and knocking everything down in your way We will soon be where we need to be, I have no doubt about it. We didnt get here overnight, and sadly its not gonna be over that soon either! Enjoy your weekend sweetie x
Thankyou for the lovely comments, nice to know someone gets bored enough to read the drivvel haha! only kidding
Nice to know I can be of some help, and your all in my thoughts and prayers. Im glad to hear your building up, even getting your fighting robe on and off (all 3 of em!) to smash the next day into the middle of next week, and one step in a better direction for yourself and the family.
I feel bad that alot of this thread is about sadness and not pleasant to read, pretty much emotional rollercoaster/train wreck that gets read as and when. I know theres plenty of ups and downs and some of it is pretty dire. Its just how it happens, and looking back I think.. omg! but as they go on things get better and can see how far Ive come and it gives me determination to not go back anywhere near there.
This whole thing Monday is really getting me stressing now, Ive had a convo at work about it - what happens if they cant fix it or something serious is going on and they need to fix it? Will they admit you? will they do it there and then?? Answer I gave.. naa.. to which I had my department manager say.. "no keeping you back anymore is there??" to which I gave the most unconvincing Im ok smile.
Think people at work are now getting used to things, and have gotten round the "wow! went away in february back to work in July and 8 stone off !! WOW!! AMAZING! MIRACLE!! WLS IS THE BOMB!!" to .. its not like on fat surgeons.. or.. its not like weight loss ward.. its not been easy has it? so something has come of it to give a better understanding to the public in general with regards to people like you and I.
Tend to know when Im not in particularly feeling good day, and to leave me alone to battle through. IVe really felt it this week without being able to take anti-sickness tablets and lansaprazole.. had couple good days, but oddly enough my food consumption has gone down - 3 mini meals a day (3 spoons a time) but its been every day Ive eaten it so even though it seems its a step back, its actually what I consider to be progress because without all those anti sickness Im still gettign more in and thats got to be good!
Driving lessons.. never really been able to afford car lessons, and now Im not yamming £50 a week in food down my neck, figured its time to put the money to good use. So far its decorated my flat, gone in my savings, and now teach me to drive. I have 2 beautiful nieces, and 2 nephews who are my world. I live 5 miles away, and up until recently (broken down motorcycle) see them every day even if its only for 10 minutes.
On the weekend, we go out over the park for an hour or so, fly a kite, kick a football, play on the slide or just go for a walk and monster hunting or into town. Would be nice to be able to take them in the car somewhere more interesting or nicer.
It also means I can finally get out there and explore the big wide world a bit more too. With stuff goign on, I need a distraction or something to focus my time on. Tomorrow is my first lesson, looking forward to it! give me a taster of thigns, and something to focus on until next weeks lesson. Its something for me, and nothings going to stop me (unless we run out of fuel).
Test results.. mmm.. yeah! I can almost feel that drain rod going down me neck now .. eughhh! Stressing but trying to keep calm and collected, Ive also tried to eat some nice foods in case I wind up nil by mouth again.. I wont.. but still there at the back of the mind. I just have to remember.. these are proffessionals who in every instance know EXACTLY what they are doing.. as the mission statement of the PCT states.. they aim to make every patient..
Cared for.. Welcomed.. In Safe Hands.. I have absolutely nothing to worry about.. and moving swiftly on!
I have the luxury of spending tonight at my parents, with them and my terror of a niece (shes 5 going on 50 and never shuts up!) and have even decided to go on a spending spree tomorrow for work. On the quest for work trousers and shirts.. yay! :-/Just have to keep moving on with life and things and try not to dwell on the shoulda, woulda, couldas, what ifs. All it got me is angry, burning up with bitterness and hatred turning me into something that isnt me. Cant give up living until its convenient for the world to get to my way of thinking, it might never happen and Ive wasted enough time in previous years, times too valuable
Love to you and your family dearest Sicknote, and keep battling on. Got your Fighting robe, just gotta keep putting the mits on and knocking everything down in your way
We will soon be where we need to be, I have no doubt about it. We didnt get here overnight, and sadly its not gonna be over that soon either! Enjoy your weekend sweetie x
scooter81
Walking Disaster Area
So tomorrow is D Day - I have my gastroscopy tomorrow afternoon. Not looking forward to it, dreading it! However Ill have my mom with me the whole time as she did this time last year, then we can put this whole baby to bed for once and for all so we can all move on.
I'm totally bricking it, as don't want to wind up where I was this time last year and the risks are just that. Here's hoping my guardian angels with me again
I'm totally bricking it, as don't want to wind up where I was this time last year and the risks are just that. Here's hoping my guardian angels with me again
wannabeminime
Moderator
Good luck tomorrow Scooter xx
sarahloveswelshcobs
Active Member
good luck. Stay strong. Tomorrow will hopefully bring you the answers you need x
scooter81
Walking Disaster Area
Just woken up and I'm starving! Slept through my alarm and can't eat now.. Grrrrr! The dog better move before I eat him!!
On that note better fill up on tea.. Get ready for work! Gonna be a looooooonnnng day with grumbly guts, thanks for well wishes x will update you all soon.
On that note better fill up on tea.. Get ready for work! Gonna be a looooooonnnng day with grumbly guts, thanks for well wishes x will update you all soon.
wannabeminime
Moderator
OMG thats bluddy shocking but why am i not surprised? Did you have the gastroscopy or not?? xx
Paula Garner
Well-Known Member
This is why all hospitals should keep electronic notes, not just coded notes. Hope you get it sorted soon xx
scooter81
Walking Disaster Area
excuse the mouth but no bleeding way!
My consultants on annual leave. The main consultant "wasnt available". the team wasnt available.
There was no way on this earth I was prepared to let someone do the procedure when all the info they had was a blue referral sheet #id taken there with the yellow consent forms, and a print off of my discharge notes from last year. alot has changed since July. Yes they have previous images, but no notes detailing stomach size, complicaitons, etc.. with the risks of the procedure being leaks, bleeds, perferation of the bowel and stomach, too much deja vu going on. My poor mom looked mortified and when the doctor said he could "have a go" but couldnt offer an answer to the "how do u know what size tool to use without my notes?? do u know how big my stomach is? do u know Ive had a sleeve gastrectomy??" I refused blankly and out right.
I have complaint placed with teh hospital and even asked if theywould have my notes. I was then told they werent there last week when they tried to find them,. so we were kept waiting from 1:30 - 3:15 to not get it done or have anyone call the extension of the director who is looking into my case. I rang it myself from my mobile and left a voicemaill hoping she returns my call asap.
not prepared to put my family through that again. looks like Im still on broccoli a bit longer
My consultants on annual leave. The main consultant "wasnt available". the team wasnt available.
There was no way on this earth I was prepared to let someone do the procedure when all the info they had was a blue referral sheet #id taken there with the yellow consent forms, and a print off of my discharge notes from last year. alot has changed since July. Yes they have previous images, but no notes detailing stomach size, complicaitons, etc.. with the risks of the procedure being leaks, bleeds, perferation of the bowel and stomach, too much deja vu going on. My poor mom looked mortified and when the doctor said he could "have a go" but couldnt offer an answer to the "how do u know what size tool to use without my notes?? do u know how big my stomach is? do u know Ive had a sleeve gastrectomy??" I refused blankly and out right.
I have complaint placed with teh hospital and even asked if theywould have my notes. I was then told they werent there last week when they tried to find them,. so we were kept waiting from 1:30 - 3:15 to not get it done or have anyone call the extension of the director who is looking into my case. I rang it myself from my mobile and left a voicemaill hoping she returns my call asap.
not prepared to put my family through that again. looks like Im still on broccoli a bit longer
wannabeminime
Moderator
Dont blame you, i would have refused too. This is absolutely shocking stuff. I just hope you get it dealt with in the proper manner at some point xx
chrisa
New Member
Definitely be on your list of complaints that, is it a hospital or community center? Cannot believe that at all what the hell is going on your life is on hold again i am furious for you you must be bouncing, Get your complaint in writing and get it submitted absolutely disgusting. How much more do you have to endure before this nightmare comes to an end, I presume you have everything doccumented. Incompetent comes to mind why oh why get you to still go in without your notes and your lead team members on holiday, where is the logic in that. Sos LUvva said too much I know yiou will be furious to just so mad for you. xx Hang on in there xx Is there no chance you can use another hospital ? xx
Heah
New Member
Why don't you write to the Chief Exec and tell them your going to the press if people dont get their act together... Believe me, heads will roll and those notes will be located. xx
Im choked for you and your continued battle to get anyone to give you the care you deserve.. stay focused, I wanna say "lean not on your own understanding", hope that doesnt sound mad... lol. xx
Im choked for you and your continued battle to get anyone to give you the care you deserve.. stay focused, I wanna say "lean not on your own understanding", hope that doesnt sound mad... lol. xx
scooter81
Walking Disaster Area
The chief exec is "dealing" with it. Its like the chief medical director is.. da daaaa! My main consultant/surgeon. yes..
I spoke to a friend of mine who i met in hospital and has now had to have a 3rd operation on her eyes through her surgery going wrong, she also had multiple leaks, internal bleeds, feeding tubes and infections and was my ward buddy for 4 months - and shes had a response back about her complaint.
The report advises that they did everything they could and should and the report is written by the medical director who is also her surgeon.. no chance is there??
Trying to get transferred to the QE or elsewhere but very reluctant to take me on as a patient as theyre messing with other peoples work. Theres also the transport aspect to and from there, its difficult but if i need to go and get it sorted, hell or high water Ill be there.
Looked at going private and looked into Little Aston Spire - their bariatric specialist is my surgeon and the chief medical director.. Im not paying him. Ironically if I had been a private patient of his how much debt would I be in now?? Just trying to stay calm and focussed and thinking and looking at other options now and waiting for solicitors call back. Time to escalate things.
Concerning thing is this.. if Id had an accident or problem and got taken to the Manor Hospital, Walsall and was in a life threatening position. WT Hell would they do?? Sorry cant treat you.. no medical records??
One muck up is error.. 2 is coincidence but the entire catalogue of non stop dissapointment, tripe, lies and incompetence?? If they cant deal with it they should not be offering the surgery.
Its like buying a car from a ford dealer and the exhaust dropping off.. u take it back they go.. ooooh we dont know how to put an exhaust on.. surely they should know and learn.
my understanding is the barcode on my medical file is zapped in and out detailing who had it last, when and where it was going. but nobody has this?? so was my records stolen by a burglar? Uhh doubt it. Ive left a message for Chief Exec and nursing chief dealing with complaint for return of call ASAP. Will call again tomorrow every hour if i have to and leave as many messages as need be
I spoke to a friend of mine who i met in hospital and has now had to have a 3rd operation on her eyes through her surgery going wrong, she also had multiple leaks, internal bleeds, feeding tubes and infections and was my ward buddy for 4 months - and shes had a response back about her complaint.
The report advises that they did everything they could and should and the report is written by the medical director who is also her surgeon.. no chance is there??
Trying to get transferred to the QE or elsewhere but very reluctant to take me on as a patient as theyre messing with other peoples work. Theres also the transport aspect to and from there, its difficult but if i need to go and get it sorted, hell or high water Ill be there.
Looked at going private and looked into Little Aston Spire - their bariatric specialist is my surgeon and the chief medical director.. Im not paying him. Ironically if I had been a private patient of his how much debt would I be in now?? Just trying to stay calm and focussed and thinking and looking at other options now and waiting for solicitors call back. Time to escalate things.
Concerning thing is this.. if Id had an accident or problem and got taken to the Manor Hospital, Walsall and was in a life threatening position. WT Hell would they do?? Sorry cant treat you.. no medical records??
One muck up is error.. 2 is coincidence but the entire catalogue of non stop dissapointment, tripe, lies and incompetence?? If they cant deal with it they should not be offering the surgery.
Its like buying a car from a ford dealer and the exhaust dropping off.. u take it back they go.. ooooh we dont know how to put an exhaust on.. surely they should know and learn.
my understanding is the barcode on my medical file is zapped in and out detailing who had it last, when and where it was going. but nobody has this?? so was my records stolen by a burglar? Uhh doubt it. Ive left a message for Chief Exec and nursing chief dealing with complaint for return of call ASAP. Will call again tomorrow every hour if i have to and leave as many messages as need be
Paula Garner
Well-Known Member
Sue them for medical negligence. I'd say you haves n excellent case. That will shake them up a bit. You could also go public about what's happened to you. They will hate that x
wannabeminime
Moderator
Scooter, this guy is the best there is. He has been involved in some huge cases, and advises the NHS.
Laurence Vick - Partner - Michelmores Solicitors
He is based in Devon, but works out of many offices i believe, all over the country.
Laurence Vick - Partner - Michelmores Solicitors
He is based in Devon, but works out of many offices i believe, all over the country.
