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This is the first day in a long time I have felt something close to "normal" since having undergoing Panniculectomy and Abdominoplasty 18 days ago. Hopefully I have hit my turning point.

Wouldn't it be cool if there was one solid answer about the cause of obesity, and one surefire absolute fix that worked for everyone? Someday...

Keep it going pal 💪💪💪 you are almost there..

Thank you so very much!!! At THANKSGIVINGi weighed 172lbs and now i weigh 154- 159 lbs kinda weird, huh??

Yes my BMI was much higher than yours and my surgeon didn't require it either. He just said to work on eating much smaller meals and not to worry about wanting a big meal as I wouldn't want it anymore...also said to start getting used to eating very slow but no pre op diet other than the NUT's advice I was following on my diet plan for 6 months...oh and to have your "last meal" or whatever you really wanted to have a few days to a week out, not the night before... good luck to you

I was 400 at my highest, 350 at my first appointment and then 295 on my day of surgery, so I'm probably not the best example, but I figure if the doctor's aren't too concerned and are going through with the surgery, then they must believe you won't be at higher risk of complications.

This. Both losing and maintaining is finally possible without that much hassle. I'd say the "normal" amount of vigilance a lot of other people who were never fat have to use is necessary to not gain at the moment. Because fat people need to be punished and need to suffer - at least this is what a lot of people seem to be thinking. Others might be thinking "I need a lot of discipline to battle my weight, too - why should you have it any easier?" which boils down to naked envy.

That makes me feel better for sure. Thank you.

I'm having surgery next week. I got some unflavored protein powders, Bariatric Advantage chewable vitamins, vitamin patches and comfy clothes for the days after surgery. Plus a few gift cards for new clothes when I need them.

Don’t worry about jumping on the scales just yet! We’ve came a long way so it’s best to start new fresh and healthy habits from day zero of surgery! In your journal entries mark down everything you’ve consumed and how long it took! Don’t get distracted. Take small bites & don’t rush it! Wait 30 minutes after you’ve ate before you start sipping anything! You’ll be most comfortable in a recliner for first week or two! Sit at an angle which ever side had the drain hole on. Gently and carefully sit back all the way and don’t be afraid to ask for assistance!