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I am doing very well..

Guess what I left the hospital with LESS diabetes meds--no more glipizide pills ( 2 pills of 5mg taken daily for 10 years) Things are looking up you guys!!! Im still taking metformin and insulin NPH in smaller doses, though.

My surgery went well with no complications and my doctor was really happy with how healthy my liver was!!

I am able to walk around the house-slowly-but I can.

Ive been drinking 64 ounces of Water --just sipping my water with crystal light in it!

My incisions are healing well. I dont have a lot of bruising on my belly.

I finally had two bowel movements today---yippee! I had to use a pillow to hold onto my belly so that if I lightly needed to push I would hold the pillow onto my tummy. The pillow has helped me out a great deal.

Its been really hot today and the past few days. So I havent been outside. My family says I look much thinner now in my face. I can see it too! Even my calves look like they have gotten smaller.

Im drinking my first Protein Shake. Its kinda gross though. LOL That pre op diet was hard core! lol

Ive been chewing on Gas X cheweables and its been helping me break down the gas and let it out! lol

I took a shower yesterday too! So things are looking up for me and I am excited!

I would love any feedback or tips/advice you can give me.

Thanks everybody on this site! You all have been so kind and sweet and encouraging too!!

My life will begin to change slowly!

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Congratulations! It sounds like you are doing everything right! Just keep sipping, walking, keep busy educating yourself about your food options now and in the next stage and you will be fine.

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