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Hello everyone :) My name is candy I am 16 months post op gastric bypass. I found BariatricPal while looking for bariatric books on Amazon.

I was 42 at the time of my RNY surgery with sleep apnea, Severe GERD, high BP, high cholesterol and pre diabetes. I now am free of all these health issues and off all prescription meds. I still have significant joint pain.

I am married to my high school boyfriend angst.gif(Since 1990) We have two boys together, Caleb (College) and Connor (high school) .

I had an SI joint fusion at 9 months post RNY surgery and a hysterectomy and Tummy Tuck at a year post RNY.

RNY 9-12-2012 HW 250 BMI 43, 2 week pre op diet -8, SW 242 , LW 129, CW 132 BMI 22
114 pounds lost in the first year, holding steady at 118 pounds lost at 16 months post op

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Welcome candy and congratulations on your success! Lots of great folks here who will benefit from your experiences. Looking forward to getting to know you!!

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Wow, that's amazing! Welcome!

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You are an inspiration Candy....thanks for sharing and welcome

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