BlondePatriotInCDA

My current goal has always been my original goal; 120. We shall see. Congratulations on achieving your goal!!

Thank you for your truths! It just proves that despite what non weight loss surgery people think its not the "easy way" out. It IS work and will continue to be so with constant diligence for our lifetimes! You've got this, I love reading your posts and get inspiration from them. Keep up the good work.

I've been at a complete standstill weight loss wise too..for about a month. The same 3 lbs up and down and I haven't reached my goal either at 18 months PO. So I feel your regret even though I had the bypass. They say you can possibly continue to lose for a few years... But I get the feeling my body likes this weight despite what I want! 😆

I agree with prior post: boney backside! I mean you know and hope you'll lose the weight, but to lose it so that your tailbone is prominent and it hurts to sit - I never expected that! I now have to sit on a temperpedic pillow and it still hurts! Plus the painful annoying extra butt skin that squishes and bunches fighting for where it can go as I sit - yuck! Also, I didn't expect my xiphoid process to be so prominent, it wasn't this prominent when I was younger (20-30) and only 108lbs but boy does it stick out now. Finally to answer your question on if I'd still have the surgery, YES! Despite all the new aches and pains I'd definitely do it again without pause.

Since surgery I've had pain in my hips, knees, wrists and back, especially if these joints remain immobile for awhile such as during sleeping. Its so painful it wakes me up and I dread moving. I've also started getting sharp pain for no reason in my right arm pit area (now gone but moved) tricep (rt) thighs and now hypersensitivity on my left outer thigh on the skin. Its so sensitive clothing annoys it, its kind of a constant numb feeling. The sharp pain started in the right arm pit area and I thought it was shingles but I had no rash. My doctor wasn't sure and called in a colleague, she also wasn't sure. Lidocaine patches and an anti seizure medication were prescribed (frequently used for nerve pain). Needless to say the pain has continued and moved to other locations listed above. The pain feels sharp, as if someone is pinching a small amount of skin and twisting it then it goes away. I've had an MRI months before the odd sharp pains started and spinal stenosis was the diagnosis. I'm not sure if my spinal stenosis is what's causing all my odd sharp pains and hypersensitivity. I bring all this up because I don't know if its attributed to my bariatric surgery or not. I just know I didn't have any of this pain beforehand. Could it be just getting older..or the surgery who knows? Anyone with ideas or who've gone through something similar? I appreciate any ideas, I'm not asking for actual medical advice so no worries just ideas, personal stories if you've had something similar! Thank you!

Yes to both questions. 🤗 It was my first thought as well and the first thing I mentioned to both doctors. I think, after doing extensive research after I thought to look at possible ties to GLP's I might have an answer to the sharp nerve pain as well as the hypersensitivity/pain on my leg. Its a very little known side effect of Ozempic-Wegovy type Glp-1's especially at the higher dosages (above .5). Apparently not so with Zepbound. Luckily, I have an appointment with my GP in few weeks at which time I'll mention it. Although, most ppl with this said their doctors dismissed it being associated... but it is listed as a rare side effect and ppl said it stopped upon switching or lowering the dosage. Luckily my doctor is always receptive to my suggestions/questions/research. Fingers crossed! As far as the joints hurting...still researching that! Thank you for your response and questions. Hopefully if anyone else ends up with this they'll find this forum topic!

Yes!!! I too have itchy scalp and I never attributed it to the surgery even though I never had this before. I've switched to an anti itch dandruff shampoo a few months back..its some what better but still itchy!

I'm so sorry about your pup! I completely understand and their death sticks with you and is devastating. I hope your new pup helps soothes your pain.

Congratulations! A well deserved birthday gift for yourself. My bday is in April too, go April girls!

Thank you Mspretty! You're always so supportive!

I finally weigh less than I've lost! 135/136! Its hard to believe I've lost half of the of old me! 46.5% - 23.2% BMI 15 to go!!!! <happy dance>

I still drink them at 17 months post-op - 1 a day. That being said you can give them up at anytime as long as you can get your protein in other ways. I personally find it easier to assure I'm getting my daily protein in by including Fairlife, but I'm still only eating 800 calories a day which makes it difficult getting 80grams of protein so they help. Yes, they're a pain to get and $$. I finally just decided Amazon auto ship subscription works best for me. You can just add protein powder to every thing you eat if you want.. 😁

Congratulations! Feels great doesn't it?!

Yes! I've been experiencing the same lack of motivation. I feel its (for me anyway) the constant cloudy days, the nothing new (surgery almost 18 months out now) ..same old food..I mean lets be honest here chicken is chicken is chicken and lastly I've noticed this if you watch TV every commercial; children with cancer/disabilities, dogs and cats abused left out in the cold, maimed soldiers, pharmaceuticals for ailments, food/homes for ppl etc. Its depressing! I wish I had magical motivating words for you, but remember you've done so well with your journey to a healthier body/lifestyle there will be occasional physical and mental setbacks..its all part of the journey. Could it be depression? Maybe, but I feel ppl are too quick to call mental downs(we can't be up all the time) "depression". Just as we can't be motivated all the time! Now if it lasts for months on end -possibly. Just take a step back, give yourself a break after all you've done so much all ready! Take the time to self reflect, feel down if need be it IS part of being human..then pick yourself up and do what you need to do..I've read your posts you are a go getter, motivated kind hearted person to others - be that way for/to yourself! Lastly, do a self check maybe especially during winter check your vitamins - especially Vitamin D, maybe you need an adjustment, how are your macros? Do something completely different out of your normal comfort zones. I personally detest working out and I agree knowing you need to and doing it/enjoying it two different things. Sometimes you just need a break. Do yourself a favor and give yourself one! Now, here I will differ from the post above; I don't personally like the " schedule" your workouts.. Writing them down because it reinforces my feeling down if/when I don't do them, seeing my failure doesn't help me feel better only worse, but each of us works differently. Do what helps you.

I appreciate the comment!

All great resolutions! Isn't it refreshing not to have a resolution to "go on a diet"!?

Happy New Year to everyone! I just wanted to wish everyone here a happy new year and I hope everyone achieves their goals and meets the upcoming year with a happy healthy body and overall outlook! Everyone deserves success for the hard work put into their bodies. Thank you for all the support you've given me and for helping others by answering their questions and concerns. What do you look forward to this year, any resolutions or new goals you've set out for yourselves (after all we've all had the lose weight one)? On to the new year and all that it brings - face it, embrace it and live it!

Not always, but they do try and utilize the skin as long as its healthy. It works better than skin from corpses! 😆

Agreed, especially since they utilize (if you authorize it) the excised skin for burn patients etc. So, the medical community is getting something at no cost, even at a profit from not only our skin, but that of the person/S needing the skin!

I'm at 16 month P.O and still on 800 calories a day. I inquired at my 12 month check in and they stated to just stay the course, but IF IF I was still hungry I could go up no more than an extra 100. Anyway, I actually find it fairly easy now on 800 and I worry about going above it - its actually easier now. I guess your body adjusts to the "new normal" and it becomes easier. Just do as your program is set up unless it becomes unbearable, but I think you'll find it should get easier for you.

Great way to look at it, thank you - I'll keep telling myself this, especially since I only have two months until my 18 month check in and don't think I'll "make goal" before my clinic visit.

You're looking fantastic! I lost my brother recently, its never easy, I'm sorry you lost your grandmother. Take care of yourself, it sometimes becomes a second thought and sometimes a third after we lose a loved one. My thoughts are with you.

Its most definitely a win! Sorry you were at first over whelmed, but take it as the wonderful win that it is.

Congratulations! A very momentous occasion worth celebrating. 😁