It is now January 27th 2003 and I am so happy I had this surgery on May 2nd 2002 It is a miracle. I now wearing a size 14/16 but still cannot get passed the 1x and 2x clothes I find myself looking in on the very large sizes, what a wonderful feeling to be able to just pick anything you want on the rack, even shoes are no longer a problem since the feet have narrowed so much.As regards my health which is the primary reason I did the surgery I am now a well woman no more a diabetic or have high blood pressure and to add I recently had my blood work done and all my vitals are up to mark I am not deficient in any areas. I know I made the right decision for my self and am very happy I was blessed with a speedy and safe recovery in the hands of a wonderful proficient DR Oscar Lirio of Schenectady NY, ALLOWING me to a healthy, beautiful and much smaller ME. I have posted an updated picture of myself.......lol.