Good news, bad news

Good news is I have lost 78lbs in 2 and 1/2 months, my diabetes is gone and my bp and blood work is perfect. The bad news is I discovered I have lymphedema in both my legs which means I won't lose as I should in them. I am on water pills and my doctor says to just keep losing and walking. So, I am keeping positive on the good things and not letting the bad get me down. I am just still thankful for the miracle of getting my life back. Blessings to all! Doreen

Hi Doreen WOW lots of good news!!!! You are doing great! I'm sorry you are dealing with the lymphedema (is it surgery related?) But I am so impressed with your positive attitude and commitment to being successful. Keep it up and thanks for sharing your happy heart with us! Love, Sue

a good person to talk to about lymphedema is amy williams.... she is on the main board and she also has it..... maybe ya could swap stories and see if ya can help each other

78 pounds!!!! HOLY COW, THAT IS AWESOME!! Lymphedema is no fun, but it beats the fat, the high bp, etc all to hell. I just called to see if I have to go back on my Lipitor..have been off ot it in the 11 weeks since surgery...........OOPS, I'll say I am going back on it! My cholesterol has zoomed up to 287!! YUCK>