6 month post op bariatric surgery update.

[BlueLucy]

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First, I want to start by thanking all of you for helping me. Truly, I am very grateful for all your help.

How did I get here? I have lipedema which went undiagnosed for years then in 2012 I developed a rare lung disease which requited me to be on oxygen for awhile. Oxygen dropping and being out of breath made it hard for me to be mobile. Lipedema plus lung disease brought on obesity. I started this journey about 2 years ago at my highest weight of 357 pounds. Insurance required me to lose some weight on my own in order to be approved for surgery. I was about 300 pounds day of surgery and weigh 228 pounds today. So I have lost 129 pounds so far but now I am at a stall. It's getting really difficult to lose more since lipedema fat does not fully go away with just weight loss. Getting rid of lipedema requires surgery and it is very difficult to get that covered by insurance but I am doing it. Medicare requires a lot of loop jumping and checking off to do lists in order to get it covered. It will take awhile but I am doing it. I'm on a 800 calorie a day anti inflammatory diet. It's very strict and very hard trying to get at least 60 grams of protein in per day. My husband took are of me and now I have to get healthy so I can take care of myself. I don't really have anyone I can burden with taking care of me nor do I want to.

Let's see if I can post an image.. I'm having trouble with images so I hope this works.

P.S. My gay autistic son has not seen nor spoke with his homophobic father in 6 months. He's doing well in counselling and taking medication for his depression.

[3catwoman3]

1. Wishing you continued success!

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The change is striking.

[BlueLucy]

5. Thank you!

It's getting harder and harder so encouragement is exactly what I need.

[CountAllVotes]

2. Glad you are doing so much better BlueLucy!

You are looking good!

I hope the problem with the lipedema can be some how dealt with. I don't know anything much about it. I was confusing it with lymphedema which is a whole different thing.

I know what you mean about having to stay away from certain people. I've had to dump two of them OUT OF MY LIFE in the past two weeks. They were unhealthy relationships and we don't need those when we are struggling so hard ourselves!

Take care and have a Happy New Year 2023!

[BlueLucy]

6. Thank you so much!

Yes. Sometimes writing off toxic people is the only healthy option.

[CountAllVotes]

8. So true!

I had a horrible year myself.

It cannot be over with fast enough!

Between losing my husband of 37 years in May and getting rid of two other individuals I know recently has been an absolute drain on me.

Shedding toxic people is like shedding pounds! One they are gone you certainly do not want them back!

Take care BlueLucy!

[BlueLucy]

10. my condolences on the passing of your husband.

Sounds like you had a similar 2022. I lost my husband in Jan 2022. It's so hard. Sending you love!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. You have made incredible progress, my dear BlueLucy!

The photos really tell the story.

I hope that 2023 will bring you the weight loss and peace of mind that you deserve!

[BlueLucy]

7. Thank you!

Happy New Year to you and yours.

[LuckyCharms]

4. You're looking fantastic!

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

[Hekate]

9. Amazing progress! May all good health be yours...

[CottonBear]

11. You look really good! Congratulations on your achievement!

All best wishes for the New Year! 🌟

[MLAA]

12. Wowed!

I hope you feel as good as you look!!!!

[BlueLucy]

15. I feel a lot better! Thank you. nt

[Karadeniz]

13. You look FABULOUS !!!! Continued success.......

[BlueLucy]

16. Thank you! nt

[newdayneeded]

14. Congrats!

[Greybnk48]

17. You look great! I hope you feel that way too!

You do not look like you still weigh 227-8, but keep going! It will really be worth it health-wise in the long run, and as a bonus, you will be able to buy cuter clothes and they will fit better.

But bottom line is the health benefits. Good luck to you.

[BlueLucy]

18. Thank you so much!

I'm feeling a lot better. Still having trouble with mobility but no where near what it use to be. I really need to build up my endurance. I'm trying to get to the YMCA at least twice a week.

[mercuryblues]

19. On the days you feel the like giving up are the days you work twice as hard

You have come too far to.

The one thing I found helpful in my treatments for the past 2 years is a huge white board and colorful markers.

Write your lists of goals, perhaps your weekly meal planning on it, Dr's appt and meds. As you accomplish things you can erase them and replace with a new one.

[BlueLucy]

22. That is a very good idea.

Yes, I have come a long way but I have a long way to go and it can feel overwhelming.

[Cha]

20. You are so Strong, BlueLucy!

Mahalo for the update on all the Progress you've made.

Wishing you Continually the Best Healing Vibes, Dear!

[BlueLucy]

23. Thank you, Cha..

Happy New Year to you!

[Cha]

27. Happy Healthy New Year to

you and yours!

[brer cat]

21. You look great, BlueLucy.

You must have major inner strength to get through this successfully. I've known several people who did the bariatric surgery then failed with the follow up.

Best of luck to you next year!

[BlueLucy]

25. Some people don't understand that...

bariatric surgery is just a tool that helps you. I'm still responsible for the life style change. Thank you. Happy New Year!

[SharonClark]

24. You look great and healthier.

You're an inspiration.

[BlueLucy]

26. Thank you, Sharon.

I appreciate the encouragement. It helps keep me going.

[nolabear]

28. Glad it's going well. I know we talked about this.

Hope you’re feeling better every day. ❤️

[BlueLucy]

29. Thank you Nolabear.

Yes. It was nice to talk to you about this. It helps to know there are others who know your struggles.

[Hermit-The-Prog]

30. The difference is striking. You've been working!