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Hi my surgery was December 31, 2012 and Dr. Alana Chock was my surgeon. At 46, I had everything on the list; high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, asthma, sleep apnea, and gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD), and joint pain. The only thing not on my list is diabetes and since it runs on both sides of my family it was my turn to literally “look at the woman in the mirror…and change my ways.” :wub:

So far I am doing alright, I feel fine and being around food does not seem to bother. I do not know how long that will last but for now with my journey that’s ok

About me, I am 5”6, and my start weight was 282lbs pre-op and the day of the surgery I was at 275lbs and since my surgery I am now down to 269lbs. It is all gradual but it did not take me overnight to get this heavy.

Finally, no regrets, just taking it one day at a time and taking my small slips on my liquid diet so that I heal properly.

Thanks for reading me :)

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That's great! Congrats :) hopefully everything continues to go smoothly :)

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that is great to hear..my surgery is on Jan 14 a week away..starting to have doubts , nervous..but its good to hear that your doing good after surgery! Makes me feel a bit better

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Great mindset! I had my surgery 12/5... I keep telling myself that I didn't gain it overnight and I won't lose it overnight...

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Congrats on ur new fresh start... Your going in the right direction!!

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Thank you for sharing your experience. It is reassuring to hear from people who are recovering smoothly. Wishing you continued success!

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