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05-09-2008, 01:39 AM
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| Whipper Snapper  Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oregon
Posts: 42
Weight Statistics 3/1/08 Start Date:
4/16/08 Surgery Date:
5' 1" Height: 274 lb Start Weight:
222 lb Current Weight:
130 lb Goal Weight:
52 lb Weight Loss:
92 lb Lb Left to Lose:
18.9781021898 % % Lost:
not sure Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 51.7661918839 BMI Start:
41.9419510884 BMI Current:
24.5606019887 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass |  3 week post op appt. and other life stuff Well some of you know I had an MS flare up that started last Friday. I decided with my surgeon to go ahead & do the IV steroids. Today was my last day of steroids and thankfully I didn't have much hunger (which is a concern w/steroids) Also, my leg is getting much better so I know I made the right decision. I have not slept much in the past 3 nights because of the steroids, but I feel real good. I have been real lucky that I have had as much energy as I have the past 3 weeks, considering that a lot of people have lack of energy. HANG IN THERE EVERYONE! So steroids and lots of awake time have made my mind wander and freak out a little bit. Last night was my fear of facing people at work, and thanks to so many of you, I have calmed down and today, I am getting excited to go back to reality and face challenges. My appointment went well today. I have lost 26lbs the past 3 weeks, 42 since Feb 1st. I am off of my blood pressure medication!!! What an exciting realization. Just another reminder I did the right thing. My Doctor is thrilled with me and my attitude. We had such a wonderful talk today. I told him that I wish I could see the surgery and he is going to arrange it. We just have to get the patients consent. That isn't something that everyone would want to do, but trust me it excites me. So I have been on protein drinks, sf jello & broth for 3 weeks and finally got the go ahead to eat soft foods. I was so excited that made some refried beans, ate 3 bites and was full. What a weird feeling that was. I have been tripping out about that all day. Then I was thinking...gosh what else do I want...ugh wait a minute I haven't had much protein today. My head hunger was getting to me as I was so excited to eat ANYTHING. Well I came home had my protein drinks and am full again. Now I am concerned how to get all the protein in and still eat something. Weird mind games I am going through. I have to figure out how to balance all of this & that is a challenge. Another thing is to get in my thyroid pills and vitamins so they don't conflict with each other. I wish that I could afford to be off work another couple of weeks to concentrate on it, but I broke my ankle in January and used up 3 weeks of sick leave. Oh well, I have always done my best work under stress. Another positive about this weight loss, is how much better my ankle feels now that some of this pressure has lifted. It is amazing and wonderful. Well I apologize for rambling (steroid symptom) but I also want to journal so I can remember my beginning. Thank you all for being here. My goals for this next week: Pill management & timing. Getting back to work Physical Therapy/Exercise Keeping up with protein/food management
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05-09-2008, 02:30 AM
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| Super Moderator  | Congratulations!!! You are off to a good start, and though you may have bumps and humps along the way, I am sure you'll do fine. All's well that ends well. (((((((HUGS))))))
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05-09-2008, 03:13 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Posts: 4,004
Weight Statistics July 21, 2007 Start Date:
August 6, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 2" Height: 287 lb Start Weight:
169 lb Current Weight:
140 lb Goal Weight:
118 lb Weight Loss:
29 lb Lb Left to Lose:
41.1149825784 % % Lost:
January 1, 2009 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 52.4872528616 BMI Start:
30.9071279917 BMI Current:
25.6035379813 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass    | You are doing absolutely great! Keep up that good attitude and the hard work will def pay off! You will "find your way" in the WLS journey, what works for one may not work for you. Good Luck. |
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05-09-2008, 01:01 PM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: May 2007 Location: minnesota
Posts: 3,693
Weight Statistics july 21, 2007 Start Date:
august 17, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 6" Height: 339 lb Start Weight:
185 lb Current Weight:
160 lb Goal Weight:
154 lb Weight Loss:
25 lb Lb Left to Lose:
45.4277286136 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 54.7100550964 BMI Start:
29.8565197429 BMI Current:
25.8218549128 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | congrats on doing so good!! and what a great attitude u have, good luck in your journey!!
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05-09-2008, 02:09 PM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Floyd County Virginia
Posts: 3,591
Blog Entries: 1 Weight Statistics September 19th 2007 Start Date:
September 19th 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 10" Height: 363 lb Start Weight:
211 lb Current Weight:
165 lb Goal Weight:
152 lb Weight Loss:
46 lb Lb Left to Lose:
41.8732782369 % % Lost:
12/31/09 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 52.0793877551 BMI Start:
30.2720408163 BMI Current:
23.6724489796 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | It looks and sounds like you are doing wonderful. I had a Stepmother who had MS and I know what you mean by flares. Im glad you have a way to help you though them even if it is steroids. They are good meds....yes with some side effects but they dont last forever. You have did a great job on losing weight. Pat yourself on the back sweetie. |
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05-09-2008, 06:28 PM
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| WLS Mentor  Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: coarsegold california
Posts: 1,369
Weight Statistics 8/23/07 Start Date:
8/22/07 Surgery Date:
5' 7" Height: 315 lb Start Weight:
198 lb Current Weight:
170 lb Goal Weight:
117 lb Weight Loss:
28 lb Lb Left to Lose:
37.1428571429 % % Lost:
I have no idea Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 49.3305858766 BMI Start:
31.0077968367 BMI Current:
26.6228558699 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Good to hear you are doing so well, I am with you on the joint pain, I never thought about it till I read your post, but I dont have ANY pain in my ankles or knees anymore since I have lost weight! Thanks for sharing and jogging my memory on that one!
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