7 Months Post-op

[Melissa Hixenbaugh 5]

I had my RNY on 5/29/2013. Prior to surgery I had multiple health problems. Some where the typical ones; I had been diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and degenerative arthritis. I also had some non-typical health problems; these were lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, an auto-immune thyroid and fibromyalgia. I was taking approximately 20 different medications. I was struggling daily with my life! My weight pre-op was 309. I could not walk 50 feet without becoming so winded that I needed to stop and take a break. I couldn't climb one flight of stairs. My hips and knees hurt so bad. I was looking at possibly ending up in a wheel chair before long. That all changed the day of surgery! I have officially lost 100 pounds! I am able to walk and climb steps with no difficulty. I am no longer considered a diabetic and have stopped my diabetes medicines. I am only taking medications for my lupus, thyroid and RA! I have made a big change in my life, not only with the surgery, but I moved 700 miles to live my dream by living at the beach! My self esteem has soared! My husband keeps telling me that I will be ready for a bikini by summer! I have never worn a bikini in my entire life!

[Cherry 71]

I just read this to my husband with tears in my eyes. I am AMAZED and excited for you! Keep up the life change. I am 9 months post-op and my life is changed as well.

xoxoxox

[SugarFreeMe 293]

Congratulations on your success, you're a true inspiration to those of us just starting. I envy you living by the beach. My family and I went to Maui a couple of years ago, because of my weight I didn't get to do nearly enough. I'm hoping to take a vacation there again for my 25th anniversary in 2016 and I definitely plan on enjoying and taking full advantage next time. More hikes, more snorkeling, more of everything...... Good luck with the bikini.....................

[SnowDaisy 73]

Thank you for sharing your story. Truly an inspiration and encouragement for those of us who just at the starting line.

Well done also on moving close to the beach....I would love to do the same one day.

Xxx

[animated_angel 19]

I agree with Snow Daisy here from you that are further out is great inspiration. Sitting in Utah with cold and snow I am SOOO envious of anyone ho lives by the beach!

[Dorian 683]

Congrats to you! 100 lbs is a great accomplishment! But better yet is the decrease in the amount of pills and the fact that you feel better and have more self esteem. Those things are priceless to those of us who have had health and pain issues prior to surgery! I started at 340lbs and was 205 this morning. Iam 8 months out and had gastric bypass to lose weight due to severe back pain; I was told I needed back surgery to fix the problem but had to lose weight first. I have since lost 135 lbs and had back surgery to fix issues. While I am still recovering from that, the pain is lessened and I am feeling better. I wish you continued success! You rock!

Edited January 28, 2014 by Dorian