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Slow journey, but at least I'm on it...
So I have been going to Dr's and trying to get my health in order. I was previously diagnosed with RA. (Rhumatoid Arthritis). I have ignored all pain and have been off meds since July. Well that is probably why I have no energy and alot of pain. So I am starting my steroid rounds and should be starting my proper meds next week. I am very much against steroids, but the pain and swelling is very bad and doc is concerned. As far as my weight loss there has been none in the last month. I have been trying to watch my eating and have had no exercise so I will hopefully be back on the exercise train soon and back to my weight loss. Overall I am doing ok, I have just been a bit down, but I am quite happy that I am gonna start my meds and getting better. Hate to sound down, I have been reading about everyones successes and I am so very happy and proud of you all. I will have the hubby take pics this weekend. On a bright note I am in a size 18 pant from a 22 and a large top from a 2x so thats all good :)
3 1/2 months out
Well I am 3 1/2 months out and I am currently at 224. It is coming off slowly and I am ok with it. I do not have the energy that everyone is talking about, but I believe my Thyroid is off and my meds aren't right. I am starting with a new GP in March so I am hoping that resolves some of these issues. I am definitely happy I got the surgery, i feel better and more confident. I am bummed to report that I didnt lose my sweet tooth, I had really hoped I would. I am trying to watch the amount of carbs that I am taking in and I am taking all suggested supplements except the actual vitamin, still working on that one. I have been dealing with major constipation and I know its due to my water intake...that is something I am still struggling with. I will post more and pics later. I hope everyone has a great day!
Today is 2 months since my surgery
Today is 2 months and I am currently at 230.4. Highest weight was 5/1/14 286 lbs. Surgery weight was 263.6. So overall that is 56 pounds lost since May and 33 pounds since surgery day. I see a big difference in my clothes. I have made a goal for myself to weigh 199 by my birthday March 25, so we will see. I have also signed up for a 5k for the 28th of March. I will be posting pics soon...See ya'll later!
Provider Review
Dr. Kim
So far I have met Dr Kim and the other Dr in the practice once. They were awesome. I didn't feel pressure to rush, they took lots of time and explained everything thoroughly. I went to another surgeon and they seemed to try to talk me into the gastric bypass, which was out of my financial ability plus I have been diagnosed with RA and at some point in my life will need to take steroids which Dr Kim said that will cause major issues with a bypass.