Call to Cyberonics

A couple of days ago I recalled Cyberonics to get more information on MRIs. They said that they would have to speak to the tech personally just before the procedure to discuss the shielding that would be necessary to protect the device and me, the implanted patient.
I also asked what it does to metabolism and they said that they had no information on that. I personally think that they can not comment on that because the FDA has strict rules on what a company can claim that their device can or can not do until the device is tested for that purpose. But I have heard through the Internet that it has the same effect on others and that some people may have it implanted for the purpose of weight loss. Think about that. A device that would let you eat anything and still lose weight, but this time not quackery. For that is what it is doing for me. And the other benefit is to lessen the depression.

MRI Is Being Discussed

After all these years, Therapist Sheldon is suggesting an MRI. Since the VNS is super sensitive to the magnetic fields that this test would put out, I called Cyberonics who makes the device and discussed, in limited terms what, and how that could be done.  They stated that they needed to talk directly to the MRI tech so that the machine set correctly and the shielding could be done correctly. If it is not, it could ruin the device and hurt me. But I have faith that they have done these types of things before with other implanted electrical devices.

I also asked about the increased metabolism that has almost plagued me since implantation. Early on, it was great, for I had so much of the wrong foods in my system that the device would just stimulate and I would not feel it so much, but as I cleaned the body out, it became more painful, and worked on the metabolism so much the more. It keeps me up at night and keeps me eating constantly. I want to turn the device down, but fear to do so for the depression, which is only reduced, not banished, may return full force.

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Letter to Mary

 I have steadily gained some muscle over the past couple of months. Muscle weighs more than fat, but by the Tanita machine i am losing fat and gaining muscle. This increases metabolism. Not much, but a good start. I am doing Liquid Chlorophyll in all my water. Really does alkalize me and I am doing better. Spiritually I am better as well. God is leading me in growing faith. He tells me I need to grow in patience and express less anger about things. He will lead me, just have patience. That there will be enough money, enough to do what is right for my health. And I  am to tell people about what is happening to me.
I went to a new doctor today. Neurologist to be on my "medical staff" to adjust the VNS device. He seemed "right". So did his secretary. I was relieved. I thought it might be rough. I had prayed for it to be so, to be "right",  and the Lord answered, why did I even worry? Patience, my child I hear it even now. :) I quietly smile and nod my head.

Got through Christmas Rush

I started taking the paxil again(on Dec 3), as stated in the last post.This put me at 200 provigal,15 paxil, 60 cymbalta VNS at 1.25 every 2.5 hours). The paxil was restarted at 15mg. This increasing of the amount of serotonin stopped the migraines. During the vacation I was active and moving around more than usual. I stuffed myself daily and ate every night before bed. I began taking the restless leg syndrome drug regularly. I notice with less stress the implant seems to cause me to burn more calories. Not necessarily through action, but sped up metabolism. It also allows me to get more done, mentally as well. I am more willing to do more stuff and combine tasks, and have energy even after that. I can depend on the level of energy. This pleases me to no end.
During the vacation Cheryl called me and told me that Dr. Rivera now had all that he needed to start up therapy again. I made an appointment for Tues. Jan 13th.
As I weighed myself after the vacation, I had only gained three pounds. As I went back to work and stress increased I gained weight eating less than on vacation. So more stress decreases the effect of the implant. Dah. But I was able to handle the stress with out the anxiety and depression coming on. I worked 57 hours in six days, straight, no days off. Only tired on the last day. No depression. Before the implant and on far more medications ( 200 provigal,60 paxil, 50 thoridiazine, 60 cymbalta) I could only work 32 hours in a 5 day period.
I am scheduled to have a scan on the liver,  enzymes are denoting possible problems.
I am going to diet and exercise in the new year to stop the cholesterol and oncoming sugar problems.