6 Week Post-op Follow-up

Well, I saw my surgeon for follow-up yesterday. In addtion to being down 40 lbs, I was told the best news ever: I am no longer symptomatic of Type 2 Diabetes. How cool is that? After just 40 lbs. lost, my total cholesterol went from 230-something to 152 (I forgot to ask for my LDL and HDL numbers). My fasting blood sugar was 90 (where before it was between 135 to 155). My triglycerides were within normal range -- previously they were off the charts! Of course the news made for a happy day. Not to mention I was able to slide into a pair of my size 20 slacks! Pre-op I was wearing a comfy size 26. I put some some comparison pictures in my profile/blog. At first it was hard for me to see the changes in my body -- I really could only see it in my face and neck. But after looking and re-looking, I can finally see the difference. I guess my eyes just couldn't believe what they were seeing at first. LOL Donna

Congrats!!! You look wonderful. WTG... I know how you feel about the sizes... I was a 26 and was able to put on a pair of size 18 jeans yesterday, and they weren't even tight... it sure does feel good doesn't it??? Well, congrats again, you definitely can tell a difference. Shawn M.