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Just found site. Hello, I'm a 67 year young, Male. Just had surgery Nov. 7, 2012. My Dr. Is Jerry Monash. My weight at surgery was 343, a 6'1". Lost 25 so far.

One step at a time. Stay Positive :-)

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sound like youre doing great! welcome to the group!

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Just found site. Hello' date=' I'm a 67 year young, Male. Just had surgery Nov. 7, 2012. My Dr. Is Jerry Monash. My weight at surgery was 343, a 6'1". Lost 25 so far.

One step at a time. Stay Positive :-)[/quote']

Good morning :-). Well it has been 8 days and I've lost an amazing 28 lbs at 316. Before my surgery I was nearly able to walk more than 5 min. My main reason for my weight loss was due to chronic back pain. Ive had 3 major back surgery, and currently have the disc above my rods and screws that is bulging and pressing against my ciatic nerves to both my Legs.

Now my pain has dropped significantly. Yesterday I walked for nearly10 min and felt amazing. My goal is to reach 200lbs.

Please don't think I'm bragging. I'm putting this out as a motivator for everyone

Going through these issues. For all who are waiting for Approval, stay positive, and dont get caught into eating what ever you want thinking ill loose it after surgery like I did while dealing with myPTSD and panic attacks ideal with since returning from Viet Nam. I'm a Former Marine. If I can help contact me. Remember never give up, and the future is only going to get better.

Bob

One step at a time. Stay Positive :-)

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welcome Bob, so glad you found us. This is a place of encouragement and information. And a place where everyone's experiences are valuable to all of us.

You are doing great. I hope things continue to go well for you. If you have any tips or tricks for us let us know. Any questions ask away, need some encouragement you have come to the right place.

Again Welcome and thank you for letting us join your journey.

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Welcome bob.. Sounds like you are well on your way... Welcome to the boards!!

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Hi

My op date was October 19th 2012 ...@227... I have lost 20 pounds the third week in. Next weigh in about four weeks. Still a lil tired.

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