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Seems like I should have rambled over to this topic much sooner. Sleeved 8/13, HW:225, 209 day of surgery, CW: 170.

My scale hates me and I miss pastries.

Ahhh yup, that's pretty much it lol.

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Seems like I should have rambled over to this topic much sooner. Sleeved 8/13, HW:225, 209 day of surgery, CW: 170.

My scale hates me and I miss pastries.

Ahhh yup, that's pretty much it lol.

My scale hates me too.... and the scales here at work... shudder to think how much the scale in the doctor's office dispises me! But today I pulled out an old pair of panties from the drawer and OMG! They were too big! I mean BAGGY BIG!..... so I guess some of the gut fat is going away. :D

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I haven't checked in for a while so here goes. HW 353 SW 329 CW 274. Down from 26 to a 20. I'm 5'8. Still have top tummy bulge but so far I'm happy. Already gave away shoes (lord forgive me)and clothes.

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I was sleeved 8/13/14. Hw 301 sw 270 cw 229! Now I need a complete hysterectomy due to my PCOS and fibroids. *sigh*

I have PCOS as well.

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I have PCOS as well.

I'm going through the same thing getting a hysterectomy in February. I have three kids so I'm good with it. It's better than having fibroid surgery every few years.

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My three month follow-up appointment was yesterday. Aside from some heartburn when I forget to take my Prilosec, everything looks good.

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I have the same question about Biotin. Not sure if anyone else has experienced this but both of my toenails on my big toes have separated from the nail bed. I had to see a podiatrist yesterday. He said it wasn't fungal and said it was probably because of the surgery and suggested I take Biotin. I did call my surgeon and am waiting for the office to call me back. I really hope my hair doesn't start to fall out too :(

On a good note, I hit 40lbs over the weekend!! Very excited for that. Can't wait to see 50 and 60 lbs. less.

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That's awesome Becky J. I was thinking about the Biotin as well. Not having problems but I always had a problem with my crown area. Please share what you find out. Thx

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You know what one of the best things about this whole surgery business is so far? Knowing the scale isn't going to go back up. Sure, it may waver or fluctuate a couple pounds, esp. right before/during Shark Week, but when I check a milestone, like "below 210" or whatever, I know it's going to stay that way. It's absolutely exhilirating and nothing like what it used to be stepping on the scale.< /p>

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JusTSomeGirl, I agree. This surgery is truly a blessing for us all. We have to continue to stick to our pk plan and it will continue to be downhill (scale wise) from here. It's unbelievable to me. Milestones like yours are awesome. I can't wait to reach that goal, God Willing.

later losers!

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I haven't commented in quite some time, but i enjoy everyone's comments about successess and set backs. I realize that I have the same problems as y'all and i'm not alone. The scale isn't moving to fast but I am to blame for that. I'm eating well but not exercising like I should. Hence the problem! I still have the fear of going to the gym and being judged and/or pitied. On a good note, I went shopping this weekend and went down 2+ sizes. from a very tight 24 to an 18. Yeah! Like so many of y'all, my upper stomach is trying to stick around longer than I want it to! So i say to everyone, continue on! Everyone has been a blessing and comfort, Thank you!

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yeah, that stomach is very stubborn.

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My upper stomach waist area has shrink some. But not the lower part... Lol!

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Officially down 55 this week on the Dr'S scale! Had a consult for colon resection for the diverticulitis, going to go forward with this as soon as we can.

Also had a NSV yesterday! DH is taking me on a cruise so I don't have to cook for thanksgiving. Panicked about packing so started closet shopping last night. Don't know what I was worried about, there was plenty of clothes in the very far corners that according to DH looked great. Even packed two dresses for formal nights, size 14!

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