Two weeks ago today

Mary D.
on 3/13/08 10:17 pm - Richmond, VA

Hello everyone, First and most important - thank you for all of the supportive thoughts and messages as I recover from the reconstructive surgery I had on 2/29. Two weeks ago today, I didn't know what I was in for! I have to say that I feel 150% better today than I did last week. The first week post-op was really difficult, physically and mentally. The second week post-op has been more about noticing progress and feeling good about becoming more mobile and having less pain (just discomfort). The development of the hematoma on my inner thight was a disappointment, but it doesn't seem to have gotten much bigger since Monday. I see the surgeon this morning and he will determine what the next steps are. I will check in later today with an update. Thanks to all and have a good Friday!

Mary D.
Pre op: 260 lbs, 5'3"
Goal reached 14 months later: 130 lbs
Regain over next 3.5 years to a high of: 166 lbs
Current weight: 135.8 lbs and heading back to 130 lbs!!

Sporty Jill
on 3/13/08 10:32 pm - Norfolk, VA

RNY on 10/12/05

Glad to hear that you are feeling better. You definately sound better today than you did earlier in the week.... Can't wait to see you tomorrow... until then - have a GREAT day!

Certified Personal Trainer

"I'm tough, ambitious, and I know exactly what I want. if that makes me a bitch, okay." - Madonna
Beginning Weight: 265 Current Weight:143
So I run like a Girl....now keep up!

vagirl00
on 3/14/08 12:58 am

RNY on 09/19/07 with

I am so glad to hear that you are feeling better! Hopefully your visit to the surgeon today will be filled with nothing but good news!

Cindy

5'9" 347/200/186/180

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.

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(deactivated member)
on 3/14/08 3:42 am - Fredericksburg, VA

RNY on 02/22/06 with

Mary I do understand believe me!! I am now just over 3 weeks out and am really feeling so much better too! I am looking forward to seeing you tomorrow! You can just relax and be there amongst friends! Jackie

Kitty Kat
on 3/15/08 10:55 pm - Richmond, VA

RNY on 01/29/03

Good am Mary, It was very nice to meet you yesterday! I really enjoyed chatting with you and I appreciate greatly the plastic surgery tour/chat. I'm really glad you were able to come and spend time with us. Its was truly wonderful. Prayers that you continue to improve more & more each day. Gonna send you a PM in a bit. Take care & I look forward to the next time we get together.

Kitty Kat - Lap RNY 29th Jan 03

Blessed Momma to ♥ Kayla & Nora ♥

Sober since 25th Aug 07 www.the-butterfly-chronicles.blogspot.com

Thankful for the easy, grateful for the hard & hopeful for tomorrow.

Mary D.
on 3/16/08 12:08 am - Richmond, VA

RNY on 05/08/06

I am feeling so much better in just the last week of this recovery! I saw the surgeon on Friday and he didn't have to drain the hematoma; he said it looks like it's liquifying and will reabsorb on its own (over a long period of time, but that's okay with me). He did identify a smaller hematoma on the other inner thigh, but that one is minor compared to the "chief one". He said that the inner thighs are "the least forgiving part of the body" and "they don't respond to a joke very well". I was so relieved that he didn't have to drain anything - and it was nice to have some more staples taken out, because they are uncomfortable! I definitely am feeling stronger each day and the second week of recovery has been the polar opposite of the first week! I have this upcoming week off from work and hope to make even more progress before I return. I am able to drive and even met up with a wonderful group yesterday - it was good for my psyche! So I'm feeling encouraged and Oh So Different from a couple of weeks ago... thank goodness!

Mary D.
Pre op: 260 lbs, 5'3"
Goal reached 14 months later: 130 lbs
Regain over next 3.5 years to a high of: 166 lbs
Current weight: 135.8 lbs and heading back to 130 lbs!!

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