Amelia L.

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home from panniculectomy - Had my panniculectomy on Wednesday morning. I was in the hospital until Friday. The doctor removed 53 lbs of skin and a massive tumor that hung down between my knees and ankles. I ...

Feeling so very thankful - On Aug 20, 2012 I had RNY. I started my journey at 482 lbs. Currently I'm at 292 lbs. In 15 1/2 months I've lost 190 lbs. On Wednesday of this week I'm scheduled for a pannicul...

7 months.... down 156 lbs - Had RNY on 8-20 and I'm down 156 lbs.  It's weird how I go like 3 or 4 weeks and lose nothing and then lose 7 or more lbs in a week.  Is that normally what happens?  Thankful fo...

So OT....screen help - The writing on my screen is huge.  All of my other websites are normal.  Can anyone tell me how to fix this.  I'm having to scroll over half a page to be able to read posts.  He...

4 months---121.5 lbs down - Dr visit yesterday, Dec 18th.  All was great.  He was pleased with my progress.

Thank you! - As of this morning (I'm 2 months and 19 days out) I have lost 100 1/2 lbs.  I'm so thankful for the support and information I have received from all of you!  Thanks for encourag...

Upcal question - Is it ok to put 2 packets (at one time) in my 16 oz crystal light?  I will be drinking it over the morning.  Just want to be sure I'm doing this as correctly as possible.  Any help...

1 month out today - Today is my one month surgiversary.  I have lost 84 lbs.  Began pre-op 8-1 and lost 49 lbs.  Since surgery 8-20 I've lost 35 lbs.  I'm tickled with my results thus far.  I am under...

You will do awesome!! Just follow the doctors instructions and lean...

1st Dr Visit - Today was my first post-op doctor visit.  Since 8-1, I have lost 74 lbs.  Purees for one more week.  Yuckie! Doctor was very happy with progress.  Blood pressure was normal.  Drov...

8 days post op - Today I am 8 days post-op.  I've done very well.  Was able to handle the full liquids well now being moved to pureed food today.  First stop....cottage cheese.  Hopefully it will b...

Down 53 lbs since Aug 1st - I came home from hospital last night.  Made it!!  I really had alot of pain on Monday and Tuesday but am managing very well now with just childrens motrin twice since yesterday mor...

Need shake help please - I'm in pre-op liquid diet and they said to do 2 sugar free shakes a day.  Any ideas?  I'm having a heck of a time finding any.

July 31, 2012 - Went for my pre-op visit and surgery scheduling.  Scheduled for Aug 20th.  Pre-op blood work, xrays and Pulmonary visit setup for Aug 7th.  My new way of life has begun.  Looking f...

Got my surgery date today! - Scheduled for Aug 20th.  So very excited and nervous.  Things have just fallen into place for me.  It's been an amazing journey so far.  Looking forward to a healthier future!

Calcium Citrate with D - I'm having a hard time finding a chewable Calcium Citrate with D that is not extremely expensive.  Can anyone give me any ideas?  Bought 2 bottles of Caltrate and I don't think the...

Newbie - Good morning all!  I've been perusing the boards for 2 years and appreciate the info that I've gleaned from each of you.  This morning I am going for my RNY consult.  I had previou...