>Thanks to Karen, Carolyn and Helen, we are scheduled with Dr.
>Kruschinski for surgery on July 11. The last procedure Mom had one
>month ago has left her much worse. She is pretty much down to eating
>broth, doubled over in pain every waking second, I can't understand how
>she endures but only because there is hope! My thoughts on having to go
>to Germany: I really believe we gave it a shot with American doctors.
>Even this last procedure, I was skeptical, but she said she had no
>choice, and it has left her in a real mess, and I didn't think she could
>get worse. I guess you can't die from adhesions but I swear I don't see
>her lasting another year like this. It feels life and death to me, even
>if it is just quality of life. My Mom essentially left us a year ago, I
>just want her back and will do anything to make that happen! So off we
>go, wish us luck. I will keep posting. Her second look is scheduled on
>my birthday, that will be the best present ever if she is pain-free when
>we return. Thanks so much to this Forum and all your support, you have
>really been angels! Holly and Angie (my Mom)
>