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Created on : Thursday, July 05, 2007, 02:34:20 pm

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Have you ever wanted to talk to your doctor about pressing medical concerns, but were too afraid to speak up? Today, four physicians with four different specialties return to bust medical myths and teach you things you never knew about your body. First up, 45-year-old Pamela has a paralyzing fear of physicians. She was diagnosed with a terminal lung disease six years ago and hasn't set foot in a doctor's office since. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil creates a makeshift exam room backstage! Then, Denise and her husband, Steve, have been trying to get pregnant for three years. Steve says he’s tired of sex being a business deal, but Denise desperately wants a baby. Should she keep trying to conceive or just move on with her life? And, having four kids wreaked havoc on Casey's body, and now she wants cosmetic surgery. Her husband, Jonathan, says a tummy tuck is too expensive, and thinks Casey can get in shape by doing more sit-ups. See Dr. Phil’s surprise for her! Plus, a couple who say their 9- and 15-year-old sons are still not potty trained! Tell us what you think!

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jessicadd

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July 11, 2007, 5:08 pm PDT

tummy tuck

I am a 28 year old mother of 2, and I had a tummy tuck, lipo, and a thigh lift done 4 weeks ago. I was not over weight at all,( I weighed 142, and I'm 5'7 ) before my surgery, but had the same problem that the lady on todays show had. I had stretch marks and loose skin. I think it is ridiculous that her husband told her to do more sit ups!!!! I'm glad that there was a Dr. on to say that there isn't enough exercise to fix a problem like that. Maybe more men will and should be supported of there wives when they want to have these procedures done. I'm glad that the Dr. is going to provide the surgery for her for free, they do not come cheap. Having my surgery has made me so much happier than before, and I wish her success.

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kennalee

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July 11, 2007, 5:14 pm PDT

Tummy Tuck

Unless you have this problem yourself, then you won't "get it". I have kids, and my stomach looks worse than Casey's. It physically limits the clothing you wear, the way you feel and even the things you are able to do. And I think it's awful that he'd rather get a boat. This is her self-image we're talking about. He was sitting with her on the couch poking her stomach. So here she is, self-conscious already and he goes and makes fun of her for the camera.

Did anyone notice the pictures from BEFORE she had kids? You'd think he'd be willing to pony up any amount of money to get her to look anywhere close to that again! She looked like a model! It must be very difficult for her to go from looking like that to being saddled with the extra skin and weight. I agree with the post that if it was someone's face that had been disfigured then no one would say a word about them getting it fixed.

How wonderful for the entire family that the plastic surgeon is going to give her body back. As a mother we sacrifice a lot for our kids...let her feel great while she's doing the most difficult job in the world. What an amazing gift you've given her. She looks beautiful now but I can't wait to see how she looks after the surgery! (And is it okay I'm totally jealous she's getting a mommy makeover from a top surgeon for free?)

I'm sure I'm not the only one...

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jessicadd

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July 11, 2007, 5:17 pm PDT

07/11 What’s Up, Doc?

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I had breast recontruction a year ago June 8 2006. Old implants of at lease twenty years taken out and new ones and a lift done. I have a very nice and well known surgent, and I have seen his work,like you say.. I did my home work. I dont know if this matters Im African American and I was smoking at that time and trying to quit.........Now the night mare begin. After the first surgery my right nipple got infected and the left nipple was'nt healing right and implant on the right shifted so it had to be redone. Surgery two he cut off my nipple and the nurse who put me to sleep tuck the needle in my nerve now I have tingling in my left arm, healing was very painful. six months later,surgery three to fix the implant. Now six months later Im having surgery four in August. Im a mess I looked better before I went in. I now have a big lump,maybe scar tissue in my left breast an a big dent and no nipple on the right. The surgent has know answers why this happened and I feel mutilated.I have silently suffered for a year and two months. I hope and pray he can fix me. I save my money and I lost weight and at 57years of age I just wanted a pick me up. It's like I tossed eight thousand dollars in the garbage.......Do you have any advice

I just had a tummy tuck, lipo, and a thigh lift done 4 weeks ago. I researched my surgeon throughly and did all my homework. I too was a smoker and my Dr. told me that if I didn't quit smoking at least 1 month prior, and up to 1 month after surgery that he would not work on me. It inhibits your ability to heal. Your wounds will not close and scar tissue will build up. If I were you, I would consult with a reconstructive surgeon in your area that specializes in reconstructive surgery in African Americans.

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July 11, 2007, 5:28 pm PDT

Relaxing isn't the answer

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Please tell the couple who are trying so hard to have a baby they need to relax, quit thinking about getting pregnant, and enjoy themselves.

When we were first married 48 years ago, we wanted to have children right away and since it didn't happen immediately, we began to stress about it and do whatever the medical community knew to do back in those days. It did indeed sort of become a job. We lived on a farm. One of the ewes had twin lambs and wouldn't "own" one. I began feeding it with a bottle, which had to be done on a regular schedule day and night. Getting pregnant kind of went to the bottom of the list, as this sweet fluffy little orphan was depending on me for it's life. The lamb gradually began to thrive and one morning as I was bending over to feed it, I noticed I was very nauseated. This continued to get worse and lo and behold I found out I was pregnant. My husband thinks feeding the lamb brought out my maternal instinct. I think just forgetting about trying so hard was what did the trick. PS The lamb lived on to have lambs of it's own.

When a couple has been trying to conceive for over 3 years with no success odds are that relaxing and vacations will not help because there is likely a medical reason for it. Please do not tell the millions of infertile women who need treatment that they are just too uptight to get pregnant. I was appalled that a doctor suggested that on today's show. If you are going to include an infertile couple on a show or comment about them, you need to know what you are talking about. Clearly Dr. Phil and the above poster have no clue what it is like to go years and years without having a baby or to have real medical problems that prevent conception by normal means. There are hormonal, structural and other problems that prohibit conception. To tell women with those kinds of issues to relax is like telling diabetics to relax and their blood sugar will come down.

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July 11, 2007, 5:30 pm PDT

Casey- Who can relate???

I'm a divorced mother of 1, yet I was pregnant 3 times in my life, I gained up to 50lbs pregnant with my 1 child (among the weight with my 1st & 3rd pregnancy I miscarried within 3mths with both), on top of that I gained another 30lbs through 10yrs of my life- I was pushing 230lbs!!!

Over these past 5 yrs I've learned to eat much healthier, I exercise often (cycle, hike, speed walk) and I've lost 60lbs since and I'm keeping it off BUT I have sagging skin like Casey has, not only in my belly, my arms and my butt has sagged. I've done weight training yet I look as if I'm 60yrs old.

My body looks like my own mother's. I cry often because I cannot afford any of the cost for the surgeries (other problems). I'm single, so I date yet I cannot seem to get past my first date for fear of getting close to someone romantically and then I have to drop my clothing... Which is something I can't seem to do on my own in fear of what I look like in the mirror.

CAN YOU RELATE????

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July 11, 2007, 5:32 pm PDT

encopresis

MY SON IS FOURTEEN AND SUFFERS FROM ENCOPRESIS. THREE OR FOUR TIMES DAILY. IT IS REALLY TEARING MY FAMILY APART AND ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

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July 11, 2007, 5:38 pm PDT

HERE HERE!!!!

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All us mommys know

I am excited for that woman who got the TT!!

I know exactly how that woman felt. I am a mother of 4, 3 which were c-section. I have been on a rollercoaster of trying to lose this tummy forever. Us woman hear all the time" just do sit ups"," it will go away". Well watching the show today proved all that was wrong. I am glad I watched! Unfortuantly I am one of the MANY moms who couldn't afford to get the TT if I wanted too. I have lost a total of 138 lbs in the last year (half of me) I am down to 125 but the tummy still remains. Any words of advice from anyone would be greatly appreciated.......ALL MOMMYS deserve the MOMMY MAKEOVER!!!!

I so agree all mommy's deserve a MOMMY MAKEOVER- WHERE CAN I SIGN UP?????

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July 11, 2007, 5:41 pm PDT

potty troubles

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Lord, please keep those grown boys (age 9 and 15) away from my 12-yr-old daughter until they are potty trained!!! YIKES!!!!

As for the infertile couple, I know the feeling. It took us that long to conceive to and it involved lots of crying, disappointment and money. NOBODY knows the pain of not being able to conceive unless she has gone thru it herself! HOPEFULLY hubby will recognize how important this is to his wife and be gracious about it. My husband was and we now have two wonderful children (age 6 and 12) to show for all the patience (and robot sex:). Trust me, it's ALL worth it once the kids are born!!!!

If I lost lots of weight, you can bet I would save my $$$ and have a tummy tuck and whatever else I needed to deal with the excess skin. Hopefully my husband would be sensitive enough to know that my self-esteem needed the surgery. Knowing my great guy, he would want me to have the surgery as a "gift" to myself for succeeding at getting healthy and losing the weight. Marriage is about support, love and respect. How better to show love and support than to "invest" in something that will improve the mental health of a spouse!!!

I can sympathize with the parents of the 2 boys-- I have a son with the same condition and it is a medical problem. the bowel gets so stretched from constant constipation the sensation to go to the bathroom is lost-- the kids don't even know it's happening. My son was in the hospital for 3 days to get cleaned out and to start over however it's a long process and getting kids to understand the severity of their condition is hard. Everything must change-- eating habits, making the effort to just sit on the can even if you don't think you need to go to the bathroom, and regular exercise-- kids now a days are able to spend lots of time on a computer or in front of video games and TV. I thought we were on the road to recovery however we've had a set back and it's frustrating however we will continue to plug away with the regular use of laxatives, eating better (which is hard) and trying to get him motivated to exercise. If any one has any suggestions or ideas I'd love to hear them.

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July 11, 2007, 5:44 pm PDT

Thank you DR PHIL

Thank you so much Dr Phil for getting the word out about encopresis. My son, 9, also suffers this condition. There is so much ignorance out there (even a few that posted here earlier) and it is a relief that maybe more people will be able to understand that it is not a choice for these children. In our case, after years of treatment by one dr (due to the lack of pediatric GI dr in this area,) we have recently begun to see a new GI Dr. Just yesterday my son ran to the bathroom because he felt that he had to go!!! What an accomplishment! Thanks again.

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July 11, 2007, 5:45 pm PDT

07/11 What’s Up, Doc?

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Having taught for many years, in many schools, I really think there is a link between school attendance and repressed natural urges in students leading to health issues such as this. First of all the bathrooms are generally dirty and lack tiolet tissue. There is generally no privacy, so they can not relax. In some schools there are no doors. After meals, like breakfast and lunch, students are not allowed to leave the class to go to the bathroom which is the best time to relieve themselves. If any one student defaces a bathroom, it may be locked for the remainder of the school year, thus penalizing all the students. Some teachers attempt to control student behavior by denying water and bathroom privileges. Water is also very necessary for ease of movements. As a past science and health teacher, I know that any repression of natural urges, sets a person up for illness (perhaps lifelong illness). Also, it is also difficult to teach students who need to relieve themselves, because they have difficulty concentrating, due to discomfort. I've spent time contacting parents, but in the long run they tend to not step to the plate or back down when administrators assure them that things are not as bad as they think. Children often get blamed by their parents for soiled under garments, when it is not always their fault when they can't get to the bathroom on time. It's unfortunate how powerless many students find themselves in these schools. It is my hope that someday parents will really come to the defense of their children (because they have the power to do something about this). They need to talk to their children about these problems and stand up for them. Students have a right to go to the bathroom, to have clean toilets, to have definite times when they can use the bathrooms and to have some privacy, because other students can be cruel and say unkind things. In fact, it may be necessary to make this a legal issue because I have seen too much insensitivity among teachers and school administrators.

THANK YOU teacher for posting this!

The cruel, heartless people that don't understand that posted so many nasty comments here don't realize that this is exactly what reinforces this illness in our children. Punishing a child for messing just makes things WORSE. That is where I believe my sons encopresis started, during potty training, and he had an accident. Of course, autism is also a factor, but people who don't live this life have no clue what damage their nasty comments can do. I applaud your comments 100%.

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