Today marks just one week from surgery and what a week it has been...

Overall I can say that the first 2 days were pretty grim as I was woozy with the anaesthetic and cranky because I was struggling to get fluids in, but on the plus side I've had no gas pain, nausea or abdomen pain since coming out of recovery.

The past 5 days I have been getting in increasing amounts if Fluid and am now at a stage where my 2 litres and fluid and 2 Protein drinks are easy, but I'm starting to yearn for something with a little some more structure - Jello just doesn't cut it!

Since starting my pre-op diet, 2 weeks prior to surgery, I have lost 43 lbs (I have to keep looking at that number, Yikes!)

Since this time last week I have lost 14 lbs.

My first Post-Op visit to the doctor today went extremely well. I have almost no discomfort now and he has now removed all of by medication for hypertension as my unmedicated blood pressure remains within safe limits. So, I've gone from a situation where my blood pressure was a constant concern to being fully off medication in 3 weeks straight.

Am I looking forward to the weeks ahead - waddayouthink??

Glad to hear that things are going so great - and congratulations on the loss - that's terrific!

Sounds like a wonder dream congrats!!! I'm 6 weeks and still on BP, but my pressure was finally low this week for the 1st time.

You are doing awesome!!!

I think you've got this obesity thing beat! You are doing so well. I am so jealous, but my day is coming soon. Congratulations, Andy!!

@Andy810. What do I think? I think you are doing AWESOME!!!!!!

BRAVO!!! It sounds like you are doing amazingly well. I know it has to be a shock that you've lost so much weight already, but I know that you are thankful that you went through everything you did just to get where you are right now. If you're happy now, just imagine how you'll feel another 6 months from now.

I very happy for you, and pray that you have continued success with no complications.

I think you're doing fantastic!