I have lost 92 lbs to date. Only 8 moe lbs until I join the century club!

Hi Patty, I'd count it too. Weight lost is weight lost! How nice to be overweight. I can't wait to get there. kt

Hi there, as of today, here are my stats: Surgery date: 10-6-04; weight 288 Today's weight: 200 Loss: 88 lbs!! What has helped me? #1 - the support groups have kept me on track ever since before surgery. I live for them, and wont live without 'em! #2 - I have cheated, I will admit, .. but I try to stick with what was given to me as far as foods to have and those to avoid. #3 - I work out twice a week, on passive exercise beds. I started at 5 weeks out, and I know it has helped even though I jiggle jiggle jiggle too, now. I had 2 endoscopies done early out .... this this past Friday (see my newest post) I had to have another one and go back in 2 months for a followup. I have ulcers now ... this is probably the worst issue since surgery -- other than all the nausea and vomiting. The only thing I can suggest is take your vitamins and supplements -- exercise, exercise, exercise -- and do the support groups. It will all be worth it in the end! Today -- I feel like total crap, and just want to cry. But, I'm sure I will bounce back once these meds are in my system and the pain goes away. I've never had ulcers before, so this is all new to me....... Have a good day y'all! Susan

I had been sick all week - thinking I had the flu. But I finally broke down, called my surgeon's office, and they set me up for another endoscopy. My opening hadnt closed or anything -- but he did remove a "U-Clip" from somewhere. I'm not sure what that was all about -- and those of you who've had endoscopies know they put you out so you dont remember anything. Of course my dear husband doesnt remember what was said. So I'll have to check on that. However -- I've never had an ulcer before, and have been scared to eat. I dont know what to eat -- but need to, cuz I havent been able to eat/drink hardly anything at all since Tuesday. Any help, suggestions, tips would be greatly appreciated. I am a little nervous - and really dont look forward to going back to work tomorrow. Susan Lap RNY 10-6-04 288/203-last I checked/150??

As of this morning I am "overweight". YIPPEE!!! I can't believe it! I have lost 70 lbs to date. I count the weight I lost as part of my pre-op diet. Patty 260/190/160