Obesity is the leading preventable cause of death worldwide. It can cause reduced life expectancy and many related health issues. Globally, there are at least 300 million obese adults. I struggle daily with manic depressive illness (bipolar disorder) and obesity. On August 3rd, 2011 I had the Realize Band Surgery. Visit www.lose250.com to see my weekly weight log. Use the PayPal non-deductible "Donate" button to buy me a cup of coffee.
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Current medical conserns
In March of 2009, I was hospitalized for dehydration. My platelet count was in 30,000's (per μl (microlitre) of blood). My average count is usually around 90,000. Normal range is 150,000 to 450,000. My spleen is enlarged (platelet count and spleen are the Leukemic suspects). In addition, my kidney tests showed high levels of creatinine (sign of kidney disease), elevated liver function levels (probably weight related), and hypotension (low blood pressure). When I was released, the only real concerns were the platelets and enlarged spleen. Because I do not show any signs of cancer, my condition has been downgraded from leukemia to a blood disorder (fingers crossed). At this moment, I feel great. I had another blood lab this morning so we shall see if things have really improved.
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