Melting Michele

I didn't get the gout.... however, I do have an auto immune disease and I certainly did have a terribly painful flare up of my joints. I am feeling great now and am three months post op.

I'm curious to know if there are any more people out there that are disabled and can't exercise regularly. I have disc degeneration (a lot)... spondylosis of the spine..... many bulging discs..... and... if that weren't enough..... I have Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease.... an auto immune disease.... like Rheumatoid Arthritis.

I'm down 43 pounds and three months post op.

I'm afraid that I am not losing weight as much as I should be..... but I do have loose skin and that is also a concern.

Any help... or support .... would be greatly appreciated.

I wear my Bracelet and never take it off. I saw some bracelets that were manly !!! I have thought about getting a small tattoo on my inner wrist though. I've seen photos of people that have done that !!! My bracelet can be made smaller.... it needs a couple links removed already !!! It does tend to get in the way when I am typing. I thought about a necklace but opted for the more visual bracelet. The price was reasonable.... and if I change my mind and do the Tattoo... I'll have to post a picture!

It's not too late !!! Don't look at it in a negative light !!!

You can do this !!! Get stubborn as can be and fight this fight !!!

Your surgery, Your weight, Your food intake..... it's all YOU. Not the others in your home.

Take control and find ways to take your mind off of food when you see others in your house indulging. Maybe go for a walk if possible. You are on this forum... and that's a good beginning. We are all rooting for you !!!

This was a really good question.... one I wanted to ask also but I don't know how to post a question yet.

My surgery was October 22nd 2014 and I am down 38 pounds. The scale hasn't moved much lately and I was getting a little concerned!

I am disabled with back, neck and joint issues.... so I haven't exercised or began a walking regiment yet. I did order new sneakers and I think I'm ready to start walking at least!!! Maybe that will get the numbers moving a little!

P.S.

My skin is starting to itch now. No rash or hives though! Has anyone else experienced this?