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Monthly Archives: April 2013

The ID Doctor – Infectious Disease or In Denial?

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Posted on April 29, 2013 by jalimichelle

Before having my surgery, I was very concerned about how the Lyme might be a complicating factor in a major surgery.  I went to see an Infectious Disease doctor (ID doctors are the ones mainstream medicine claims are the experts … Continue reading →

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Always Get a Second (or Third) Opinion!

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Posted on April 28, 2013 by jalimichelle

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I was pretty set on having my surgery done in Chicago, and had seen doctors from two of the top hospitals there to get opinions on how to proceed in dealing with my liver mass.  At the first hospital, I … Continue reading →

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The Great Mayo Clinic

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Posted on April 26, 2013 by jalimichelle

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Well, we’re finally leaving Rochester, MN, one of the most depressing places (in the US) I have ever been. This town has obviously been built around the world renowned Mayo Clinic, and is full of people from all over the … Continue reading →

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Surgery this Friday, April 19th

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Posted on April 18, 2013 by jalimichelle

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Well, I’ve made my decision and will be having my surgery at Mayo Clinic this Friday.  I came up here for a third opinion, and they did more initial diagnostic testing than either of the other hospitals I consulted.  The … Continue reading →

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The Magical Liver

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Posted on April 10, 2013 by jalimichelle

I met with a liver transplant surgeon from a very reputable hospital in Chicago earlier this week.  A dear friend of mine (a nurse) was sweet enough to come with me for support and for help in asking questions.  Anyhow, … Continue reading →

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My Poor Liver

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Posted on April 10, 2013 by jalimichelle

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So I’ve been having a lot of pain in my liver and mid back for quite some time now (as well as other symptoms).  I didn’t even want to tell the doctors about any additional symptoms I had because I … Continue reading →

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