3 months post op

Aug 23, 2011

Stats:
42lbs down (56lbs since beginning of journey)
26.75 inches lost
From size 3XL to XL

Hair loss
Loose skin

I am learning how to live this new life. I realize I still have to watch the carbs.. I think that is why I've been stalling a bit lately. I lost 2lbs today after two weeks of nothing. I know I've had a bit too much in the carb department.

People say you lose the most in the first six months and I'm worried that my window is closed already. I'm concentrating on protein and vitamins and trying to get some exercise in. It's hard. I'm dealing with a lot of back pain right now.

Back surgery is scheduled for October 4th. Just over a month away. I'm scared of that surgery. There are so many risks to it and issues with healing. I've had this same surgery before and I was out of it for 8 weeks. The surgeon even tells me it will be 6 weeks before I feel human again. No exercise for several months. I'm sooo worried about gaining weight. I will have to be super diligent about what I eat. Then there's the risks of nerve and muscle damage. Ugh. BUT. If it works, I will really have a new life. I will be able to exercise and enjoy life like a normal person. That thought is what keeps me going.

I got my 3 month labs back and for the most part things are looking good. All of my vitamin levels are in the good range. Vitamin A is on the low end of the acceptable range, but it's not low enough to need any extra supplements. My triglycerides are high and my good cholesterol is low. Bad cholesterol and overall cholesterol is good, so thats a plus. But I need to cut out bad fats and eat more fish to help those other two. My liver enzymes are up, but that happens with me sometimes. I am not overly concerned about that. I think once I have the surgery and heal from it and am able to get off all the pain meds, my liver and kidneys will be much happier.

I have a lot of loose skin already and have made best friends with my shapewear. It sucks it all in and keeps it in place and makes me look pretty good. I like it. I get compliments a lot which is hard to deal with, but so nice at the same time.

Overall, life is painful but good. After back surgery I'll be able to really start living. 

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