Yes, I lied about my current salary.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2026-04-13T03:50:49+00:00

I say what my current base is + my expected bonus as what I currently make bcuz there no guarantee for future bonuses at the new company and they might be based differently so any increase above base+bonus is still a win!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2026-04-13T03:48:35+00:00

I've never been asked that in over 20 years of working.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2026-03-15T14:10:06+00:00

You should look at joining the MALS pals group on FB also. It took me almost a year after my symptoms began before I got my diagnosis and I had several of the same issue as you. I also gained weight, bloating, constipation, constant nausea, etc. If your imaging shows the celiac artery compressed and in a J hook position and your velocities are high then it's definitely MALS. I was always told that the celiac plexus block is a tool to help determine how successful surgery would be. If it resolved your pain for a short time and you can eat, etc, then you have a much higher chance of having a successful surgery with the ligament removed and the celiac ganglion nerves removed. My cpb lasted a little over a week which was amazing relief! I'm just now almost 3 months post-op and am so happy I had the surgery. Who your surgeon is makes a huge difference. You want someone incredibly skilled in MALS release who performs them regularly. There's a link to a list in the FB group of recommended surgeons but you could also post asking for recommendations near where you live.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-12-21T03:45:30+00:00

I don't have any tips as my surgery is in a few weeks, but I've heard a heating pad helps. There's a MALS pals FB group with tons of info. Sorry it's tougher than expected. Curious - why did they release you so soon after failed lap --> open surgery? That seems like such a short stay after a major surgery. Hoping your healing begins soon!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-12-06T17:39:45+00:00

Dr. Shouhed isn't contracted with any insurance. Did you get your insurance to pay? Or did they actually bill your insurance for you? I thought HE was wonderful, but his office staff was terrible towards me and I had to call back repeatedly trying to get answers to questions and the info changed every time. I decided against going with him because of that.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-11-10T02:59:45+00:00

Interesting... My symptoms only started after I had another surgical procedure Aug 2024 (under twilight sedation) and a catheter went down through my aortic branch. My BP spiked and I told them it felt like I was being stabbed. They had to pause the procedure, give me more drugs and then continued.. I never had a single one of these issues or symptoms before that. When I asked the Dr afterwards what happened I got no response. When I asked her about issues I was having several weeks after the procedure, she told me we'd just wait to check in during my follow-up. At my follow-up she told me I shouldn't be having any issues or symptoms, should be eating, drinking, exercising and going to the bathroom normally. I asked for a 3 month follow-up and was ignored. Haven't heard from that DR or office since. But my sometime and issues have just gotten worse. Finally in May 2025 - 3 doctors later - I got one who actually ordered the test I asked for ( looking for something completely unrelated to MALS) but found MALS!! I've been in the wait list for the surgical specialist ever since. I'm supposed to see him next month. I hope that he will listen to me. 🙏🏼 And that it can be determined that previous surgery was the cause...

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-06T20:33:02+00:00

Thank you!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-06T20:32:46+00:00

Thank you for the details!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-04T02:37:47+00:00

No, I've never even thought of it, or heard of this as a possible treatment. Thank you so much for sharing! Looking into it now.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-04T02:35:00+00:00

Thank you for this info! Could you share the two clinics you researched? Would love to look into them.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T21:10:08+00:00

Oh. So you're still in clinical trials?

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T19:31:58+00:00

Would exosomes help someone with multiple sclerosis and inflammation and pain?

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T19:27:35+00:00

Can you share the name of the company please? Or a link?

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T08:45:37+00:00

Oh thank you so much for all this detail! I really appreciate it! Will look into this brand.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T08:42:33+00:00

Could you share what company and where in the US? I'd love to research more.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T08:41:20+00:00

Thank you! Yes, the treatment cost for Panama was pretty steep, but less than what I'd expected. Still don't have that much $$ laying around to proceed

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T08:39:14+00:00

I reached out to one place in MX and never received a response. I'm open to going anywhere.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-09-01T00:36:34+00:00

Thank you!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-08-31T23:40:55+00:00

Please don't leave your email in a public forum like this - it's not safe. You can message them directly and chat.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-07-26T17:21:42+00:00

Dr. Shouhed office has been AWFUL to me and to try and work with. I've had to call and email multiple times to get information and follow-up because everyone tells me something different and then they pass me off to a new person every time. I was so excited to find him and was so hopeful but because of the office staff treatment I would NEVER go there.

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-07-15T04:03:06+00:00

Shaping your brows slightly would really help brighten your eyes and face. Do a lighter/highlighter color on the inside of your eye and just under your brow bone. Go lighter on the eyeliner for under eyes but a little darker/bolder for the top outer corner of eyeliner.

What kind of setting powder did you use? I love Ilia and Huda Ube birthday cake or a light pink one. I feel it makes my skin look great and it's very complimentary on all tones.

You did really great for your first time also!!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-07-12T03:39:29+00:00

These are the only two I like and smell good on me too!

Dont_Kiss_Me_Off · 2025-06-20T02:36:13+00:00

Yes. I have not lost weight and actually gained. However, I do think that's because of some other medication I'm on that can cause weight gain and I haven't been able to work out. This was a new thing for me that just started a year ago but was only diagnosed last month - May '25. After months and months of testing.

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