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>I have had adhesion problems for 4 years now starting from laparoscopic
>surgery for endomitriosis. I have had two more laparoscopies and a full
>hysterectomy due to adhesions and I currently take 9 pills a day to keep me
>functioning so that I can continue to work. I am currently scheduled for
>another necessary surgery in May because my bladder has prolapsed down into
>the area where my uterus once was and is slowly cutting off the urine flow
>through my urethra. I don't know if this surgery is going to turn into
>major surgery or not as I am currently also experiencing difficulties with
>my intestines???
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>I also have FMLA employment status but my company makes me turn in a new
>form every month.
>Dalene, does your company require the same from you or did you just have to
>complete one form for the permenant status. I really hate to have to take
>it to my doctor every month as it is very annoying for him but I will do so
>if that is what is required.
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>This whole thing has been a true nightmare for me as it has with you. It
>seems like my whole life now revolves around the pain I am experiencing.
>Everything I do is affected by it. I am so thankful for my terrific,
>understanding husband who just wants the Jeanette he knew back again.
>Believe me, so do I.
>
>My bosses are also very understanding about my illness...medical
>condition...I don't even know what to call it besides nightmarish. I get
>the impression that my immediate manager has gone to the ARD website and
>read about my situation. I still worry about losing my job and I get so
>frustrated and angry when I feel like I am not keeping my end up as part of
>the team.
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>I am glad that I can share this with you who are my compatriots on this
>painful journey. I wish you all a pain free day!
>
>Jeanette
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