Having a HIDA scan cholescintigraphy 6/17

[Archives1]

So after all the blood work and seeing a Hepatologist. I finally have a date to see what is going on.

I did some research before setting up a date for the test but was not exactly ready for them to tell my that the test is 2 1/2--3 hours long and I have to fast before the test.

Luck this time I got it set for early in the morning, not like the ultrasound I had that lead to this test.

All the other blood work test came back good but point to needing this HIDA test. My Hepatologist really feels like a lot of my pain is coming from my gallbladder being hyper active.

Mentally I am not ready to need another surgery if that is the case but I will except it if that is what they say which it is leaning in that direction.

I have also spoken to more family about everything going on so I fell less apprehensions about things.

The 19th of this month is my big family reunion so it will be nice to see who ever shows up. I plain on being open about everything as I can only assume that people will have questions about me still being in PA and not having seen a lot of people.

So now I just have to wait tell the 9th to see my GI doctor again and fill her in on everything.

Luck my tooth feels a lot better but not perfect. I have gotten advice on what to do and who to call today so now I just have to take care of that as well.

All in, I guess this is good news as if it is just my gallbladder than it should not be that big a deal as some family that have had theirs out said they were out of hospital in a day so. I hope for the best.

 

[Archives1]

If things are pointing to a gall bladder that wants to part company with you, then it isn't bad, comparatively speaking. A lot of people get along very well without gall bladders, and if it will bring you relief, then I'd go for it! I wonder if it would be worth asking the doctors if laparoscopic surgery would be right for you. They will be able to tell you in pretty short order. That would leave less scarring although you would still need a general anesthesia and you would be up and about in less time than if you had conventional surgery. So that's something to consider.
I'm glad your tooth is a lot better. Dental pain has never been very easy to deal with, just because the nerves are set up differently than in other places.

 

[Archives1]

So the big worry about having my gallbladder removed is an increase in diarrhea which is a known side effect for some people and something I already have to deal with because of my bowel issues. But that's not the end of the world because I am already dealing with that but I may have more issues with it.

Still, not the worst thing I could have wrong.

 

[Archives1]

I'm glad they're working on getting to the root cause of your issues. That's one test I've never had done, but reading about it, it doesn't sound too bad. I hope it goes well and you get some answers.

 

[Archives1]

At least you seem to be getting some answers and some solid direction. My prayers are with you!

Cheers

Jason

 

[Archives1]

So the other thing I read about getting your gallbladder removed is that it can lead to processing food faster. Well that already happens to me so I will have to talk to my doctor about diet because some days right after I eat I start passing stuff so my energy level would be a lot worse than what it already is.

 

[Archives1]

Hi FlGuy, do discuss all of the concerns you've mentioned here with your doctor and don't leave until those questions are answered to your satisfaction. It may be a new "normal" for you but if taking out your gallbladder will be of overall benefit to you and get you back on the road to health, then that in itself is worth something! But don't consent to anything until you are sure your questions and concerns are totally answered and addressed!!! There are risks in all procedures but the thing to weigh is will the overall benefits outweigh the risks??? That's the big question. I hope you continue forward with this and don't stop now and don't look back!!!!

 

[Archives1]

Hi FlGuy, do discuss all of the concerns you've mentioned here with your doctor and don't leave until those questions are answered to your satisfaction. It may be a new "normal" for you but if taking out your gallbladder will be of overall benefit to you and get you back on the road to health, then that in itself is worth something! But don't consent to anything until you are sure your questions and concerns are totally answered and addressed!!! There are risks in all procedures but the thing to weigh is will the overall benefits outweigh the risks??? That's the big question. I hope you continue forward with this and don't stop now and don't look back!!!!

That is the plain right now. I have a whole list of questions for my GI doctor next Wednesday.

Here is my list so far has ten questions and 3-5 things that I am going to bring up to GI.

My biggest thing this year is (In my best Patch Adams voice) "The purpose of a doctor or any human, in general, should not be to simply delay the death of the patient, but to increase the person's quality of life."

 

[Archives1]

Well all right! There you go! It sounds like you have everything mapped out and are ready for some answers from your GI doctor on Wednesday. You can always ask that "If you were me what treatment option would you choose?" In other words just put the doctor in your place and see what she would choose for herself if she had her back up against a wall!
So just go forward, head held high and approach the doctor with the attitude that the doctor is here to "increase the person's quality of life," in your best Patch Adams voice of course!!!