7 Weeks Post Op

[JerzyGirl 25]

Hi all! I am 7 weeks post op and had an appointment with my metabolic physician today. I have lost a total of 37 pounds , I'm down one size in shirts, and 2 sizes in pants, I've actually been able to wear regular shoes (not wide-widths) that are comfy and stylish, and I'm also wearing rings and bracelets that I haven't been able to wear in years. I've had a lot of NSVs and I think they feel better than seeing the numbers going down on the scale (I'm also not weighing myself except for when I go to the doctor every 4 weeks or so).

I hired a personal trainer to work out with and help me develop a good exercise regimen. I still have some discomfort every now and then with my incisions and what I guess is internal healing but its not often.

My bloodwork came back good, too. The only thing that was a problem was that I apparently have an under-active thyroid, my sugar levels were still a little high (but lower than pre-surg) and my Vitamin D levels were low. So I'll start a Vitamin D supplement and was prescribed something for my thyroid. I'll continue taking my acid reflux medication as well as my Multivitamin and Calcium supplement, but other than that, no other meds!!! As far as my sugars, that will continue to go down with diet and exercise. They expect within 3 months that all my levels will be perfect since I'm already doing so well.

I'm really excited about this journey so far. I've been so pleased with my recovery and have had very few complications. I'm on a regular diet, have had pretty much no issues with food, and overall just feeling great. Fingers crossed it continues!

[odessa347 15]

Absolutely wonderfull....Congradulations!!! Not wearing "Wide" shoes ...I can't wait. So many wonderful things to look forward to. Much success on your journey!!

[Lisa's Hope 421]

Congratulations!! Seems you are doing awesome! Our numbers are very similar. I started out at 294.4 and now have lost 78 pounds in 5 months. I'm very happy. I did have some issues in the beginning that lasted a couple of months. Pain and stomach spasms. Still, I would do it again. My life and health is so much better.