Celebrating Blood Lab Results

Just wanted to share a positive note with everyone - especially those who might be considering VSG.  I had VSG on August 25 and as of today, I have lost 50 lbs. (started pre-op diet in June).  I rec'd my 11/4/2014 bloodwork results yesterday and my total cholesterol is now 173 (208 in June) and triglycerides are 127 (171 in June).  I cried when I saw these results.  I am so happy to be heart-healthy and so very grateful to have had the opportunity to have this surgery.  It has truly been a blessing.

Wonderful news.

Pamela, that is terrific! Good job working that sleeve!

Yah! That's what its all about for me, getting my numbers down and getting healthy!! Congratulations Pamela. Christine

Congrats, that's great!  

You know, it's odd, I've done everything that a person is advised to do to reduce their triglycerides and mine are still high.  Very annoying.  

I have known several people (including my brother-in-law) who are as skinny as a rail and have never been overweight and their triglycerides out sky-high.  It can be strictly hereditary.  I'm sorry that you are experiencing that phenomenon.  Otherwise, your progress is amazing and very inspiring!

Thanks!  I asked my parents if they'd had a problem with cholesterol, and they said nope.  But I can't help but wondering what their numbers actually are.  Heh.  

I'll get retested in February and see how things stand then.  Thankfully they're not high enough that I need medication!

Wooooo hooooo congratulations and way to work that sleeve !!! :-)

♡ Kelly

That is excellent!