Going into hospital for 5-7 days for eeg observation in sacto.

by avishai 38 Replies latest jw friends

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  BrendaCloutier

  ((( Avi ))) I hope the outcome of your testing is good. If something is "found" then there may be a remedy. It can get frustrating when they cant find anything wrong with you. Or better yet, they tell you it's all in your head...meaning your imagination.

  Best of and lots of hugs

  Bren
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  jeanniebeanz

  ((((((((Avi))))))))

  Sure hope that this goes well for you. How scary...

  J
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  love2Bworldly

  Hey--I'm in Sacto. I hope everything turns out ok for you. Warning--we are having a heat wave right now, it's been over 100 for at least a week so far. Hope the air conditioning works good. What hospital are you going to?
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  MerryMagdalene

  Just wanted to add my good wishes for a very good outcome!!!

  ~Merry
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  kazar

  Avishai, sorry to learn you are going in to the hospital. I can't be there physically, but I'll be there in spirit. Best wishes!
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  Es

  hope all goes well and thats its nothing serious. All the best es
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  doodle-v

  ((((Avi))))

  Hope things go ok for you.

  -Doodle-V
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  Euphemism

  I hope this means that they'll be able to find a better treatment/therapy for you! And I hope you stay as comfortable and healthy as possible.
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  lawrence

  Avishai-

  peace and blessings.

  Once lived in sacto - then Rancho, then they threw me out.
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  seeitallclearlynow

  I sure hope they're able to help you, Avishai. And get back here asap, as you'll be missed much.

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