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Post by mollycoddle on Aug 13, 2015 23:16:35 GMT
You got it, Katybee. Positive thoughts coming your way.
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Post by mommythree on Aug 13, 2015 23:18:37 GMT
sending you positive thoughts and prayers....hoping you get good news tomorrow....hugs to you.
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Post by ScrapsontheRocks on Aug 14, 2015 5:15:11 GMT
You have them. Strength to you.
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akathy
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Post by akathy on Aug 14, 2015 5:20:29 GMT
Prayers for you Katybee.
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Post by PLurker on Aug 14, 2015 5:23:23 GMT
Well wishes to you.
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M in Carolina
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Post by M in Carolina on Aug 14, 2015 5:32:09 GMT
I am praying that you find peace and don't have cancer.
I totally understand how physical trials test your faith. I don't think God expects us to never question Him or have crises of faith. I think those are growing pains. Yes, we are to have faith like a child, but a child questions everything in their world. Every person has to decide for themselves what they truly believe, and that can't occur without questioning and figuring out everything ourselves. I think a lot of pastors wrongly expect their words to be taken as gospel without question--especially by women--but if we don't question, how can we be discerning and know that we're being led by a true disciple of the Lord and not a wolf in sheep's clothing.
I absolutely don't believe that God holds things against us and "punishes" us by giving us horrible trials to go through. We do have to go through trials to grow and to be refined for His service. I personally have been through a lot of trials, but I have seen the hand of God in my life and seen how merciful God is towards his children. While I would love to be well physically, I don't want to sacrifice the health of my soul for that. My dh and I have grown so much through what has happened. I'm much more loving and humble and have a loving heart towards other people. That's not my true nature, it's God working through me.
If I can help encourage you through this time, I am here for you. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. You're not alone. Even when I've been scared and in lots of pain by myself in the hospital so many times, I've felt this overwhelming peace and love. The nurses even comment on it. We serve an awesome and amazing God, and he loves you and wants the best for you.
I also suggest that you ask your doctor for a referral to a pain specialist. There are lots of drugs that can help with your pain--not all of them are narcotics. These doctors are specialists and know so much more about administering these drugs--and weaning you off of them when you no longer need them. I finally went to one after my complications after gallbladder surgery. I wish I had gone so much sooner because my pain was much better controlled on less medication. My pain doctor also was amazing when I had to have a hysterectomy because of precancerous cells in my uterus. He made sure that my pain was controlled while I was in the hospital and after, and I did have complications. I would have been in a huge predicament with pain if I hadn't had him. We go to specialists for all other types of medicine. Going to the pain doctor also helped my liver--the pain doctor gave me drugs that didn't contain tylenol and other meds that were taxing my already damaged liver. They were a life saver!
I wish you the best.
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marianne
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Post by marianne on Aug 14, 2015 5:41:13 GMT
Keeping you in my thoughts and sending you prayers for strength and healing. Hugs too.
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Post by piapea on Aug 14, 2015 6:49:43 GMT
Prayers have been sent. You are in my thoughts. Hugs.
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katybee
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Post by katybee on Aug 14, 2015 12:58:58 GMT
Frustrating update in OP.
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Post by mikklynn on Aug 14, 2015 13:01:30 GMT
No! That is simply unbelievable. Please know I am with you in spirit and prayer.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2015 13:08:06 GMT
Still praying
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Post by elaine on Aug 14, 2015 13:11:38 GMT
I'm so sorry! How awful to be in so much pain and at the mercy of some pencil pusher who has to simply press a couple of computer buttons for you to be approved for such an important diagnostic procedure.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Aug 14, 2015 13:20:28 GMT
More prayers heading your way. I hope the insurance works out and you get scanned Monday. Hang in there. I'll be thinking of you.
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Post by ingrid6 on Aug 14, 2015 13:21:50 GMT
I'm so sorry that you are in pain. I hope that the insurance comes through for you for Monday. I'll keep you in prayer.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 14, 2015 13:26:11 GMT
You have some more prayers from me. And hugs. Take good care of yourself.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2015 13:53:22 GMT
Well, dang it! That's not fair that you have to suffer while the insurance stuff gets worked out.
Praying for you to have peace and relief from the pain as you wait.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2015 13:57:53 GMT
Prayers and ((hugs)) Katybee!
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Judy26
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Post by Judy26 on Aug 14, 2015 14:00:17 GMT
So many prayers and healing thoughts coming your way from me. You are one of the Refupeas I always enjoy hearing from. As a fellow teacher I understand the worry is compounded at this time of the year. Please keep us updated and let us know if there is any way we can help from afar.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2015 14:11:07 GMT
Positive thoughts and prayer coming your way Katybee. I hope you get some answers soon and that you can control the pain as best you can over the week-end.
I find it indredible that an insurance company could over ride a clinical diagnosis. If the Dr says you need a PET scan then you need one end of story IMO.
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Post by peasapie on Aug 14, 2015 14:40:30 GMT
Prayers and hugs from this fellow teacher. I can't stand when these insurance companies get in the way of a person's necessary medical care. So frustrating.
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Post by destined2bmom on Aug 14, 2015 15:28:21 GMT
Prayers and good thoughts being sent to you! I am so sorry that you are having pain and praying you get good news from the scan.
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Post by peano on Aug 14, 2015 15:31:51 GMT
I'm not sure how I missed your original post but I am so sorry you now have to wait a whole weekend while you're in pain. Positive thoughts coming your way.
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Post by Montannie on Aug 14, 2015 15:33:56 GMT
Prayers and positive thoughts that the insurance company acts quickly and you can get some relief from your pain.
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Post by bc2ca on Aug 14, 2015 15:46:04 GMT
I hope the insurance comes through and you get some answers soon. Sending lots of positive, healing thoughts.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 14, 2015 16:50:28 GMT
katybee I am so sorry. I've been trying to get approval for an epidural steroid injection and I was denied. Guess what came in the mail 2 days ago from my insurance company? A pamphlet that says Lower back pain? Epidural steroid injections may help. I called the doctor's office and found out I have been approved for *2* not 3 injections so they have to resubmit paperwork and then I can schedule an appointment.
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Post by scrappintoee on Aug 14, 2015 17:23:56 GMT
Katypee...I'm SO sorry!!! Praying for you!!! ((( hugs )))
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The Birdhouse Lady
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Aug 14, 2015 17:57:16 GMT
I just read your update and well, that really sucks!
I hope you have a comfortable weekend and that you can get the PET scan on Monday. I absolutely hate dealing with insurance companies.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Mystie
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Post by Mystie on Aug 14, 2015 18:07:23 GMT
Ugh, I am so sorry. I hope you can find something pleasant to do this weekend to distract yourself a little bit, and I pray that the knuckleheads at your insurance company will wake up and give you the approval you need.
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Post by caro on Aug 14, 2015 21:17:13 GMT
I hate insurance companies. I'm sorry you have to go through another weekend. I hope all turns out well, hugs and prayers.
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Post by lisa on Aug 14, 2015 21:18:40 GMT
Keeping you in my prayers.
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