Hi everyone!

They should've mentioned that one of the side effects of WLS is having an overly active social life I can't believe how far I've come from just less than a year go.

I have severe PCOS so I was afraid I would not lose as much as others, but so far I have dropped 140 lbs and am no longer in the "obese" bmi category! I'm shopping in regular stores and simply live a much happier, much more fulfilling life. I do deal with bouts of hormonal-related depression, but that seems to go away with exercise. This was the best decision I've made in my life. I went from a size 30-32 to a size 14-16. I don't even recognize my own reflection. It's so weird seeing myself look like how always imagined myself to be.

I had zero complications and the only negative side effect I've experienced was severe hair loss. It's very sad and made me cry many times to be losing so much hair at a young age, but I luckily decided to keep it long and the weight loss results are so satisfying that it makes up for it.

My blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels are healthy. I've been very dedicated to following a serious nutrition/activity plan. I'm hoping to lose 20 more lbs for my 1 year post-op so that I will no longer be considered "overweight"!!!

I'm so happy I did this and I'm thankful for the support of everyone I've met here. Please let me know if you have questions! I'm tempted to post pics but I'm overly shy :wub:

I'm so glad to hear that. I also have pcos and have worried about the above issues as well.

Wow!!! You have done an awesome job!!! Do u mind sharing you eating/workout regimen??

Yes please do share, I also have PCOS and am unsure of what might results might be

congrats! pics, pics, pics

That's soooooo great! I am so happy for you.

Wayyyyy to go! Pictures, please! I'll bet you feel like a million bucks now!