Uncle Pockets,

I too thought I was going for takedown after 3 months, but required further surgery/hospitalizations due to infections. It was put off an entire year. I thought it was forever, but time went by, and I knew then and I know now, the doctor was being cautious, and knows best. It will go quickly.

I don't know about your risks if you go forward now. However, if your surgeon is against it, it is not a good idea to try to pressure a change against her recommendations. It is sort of like leaving the hospital against medical advice. You are taking over your case in that instance and putting your surgeon in a bind. It is possible she may refuse and that just makes things awkward for the both of you. Worst case scenario, she signs off your case and you have to find a new surgeon.

I can certainly understand your disappointment and it is reasonable to ask your surgeon to explain further and answer the question you are posing to us. They usually have very good reasons for postponing a surgery because they want you happy too. But, they also do not want to invite a lawsuit by not doing the proper thing. There generally are no damages for being cautious, but there are if you are perceived as being reckless.

Just my two cents.

Jan

Better to be safe than sorry. A cautious surgeon gives me nice warm fuzzies. I would trust your surgeon on this one. Besides its only two more months. Use this time to focus on getting yourself in the best possible health, eating right, exercising, etc.