My 12-month checkup

Hi everyone . . . I had my official checkup with the surgeon yesterday (I'm almost 13 months out) and it went well. He was pleased with my loss and told me at this point that I may lose "another 5 pounds here or there" but not to expect too much more weight loss. I am 15 or so pounds away from my personal goal of 150 (I'm 5'6") and he thinks I can make it. We discussed getting a tummy tuck and he said he thinks he can remove 5-7 more pounds of skin/flab, so that will get me a bit closer to goal. We are getting ready to submit for insurance approval and I'm keeping my fingers crossed. I have a hernia that will need repair as well, so hopefully this works in my favor. I have to gather documentation from my PCP about skin rashes and lower back pain to support the tummy tuck approval. -BJ 300/165/150?

BJ.... Just remember to have your blood checked really well.....I had my TTdone almost 4 weeks ago and am still not feeling up to my old self.....see my note to all posted on the board. The doctors are right when they say that this surgery is like no other one you have ever had... It takes lots of time to get over it. Good luck, I know you will do well, just do what ever it is the doctors tell you.... Karen 288/126

Karen, thanks for the heads up about bloodwork levels. I must say I have not been as vigilant with my vitamins as I should be lately . . . you've reminded me that my healing process will go much more smoothly if I get back on track. Thanks. -BJ