alexandera
Started at 343 lbs
Lost 7 lbs on my own before liquid diet (336)
Lost 15 lbs on 2 wk liquid diet before surgery (321)
4 weeks out & have lost an additional 23 lbs for total of 45 lbs!
5 1/2 weeks out & have lost 52 total lbs. (-7) (291)
8 weeks out & have lost 60 total lbs. (-8)(283)
9 weeks out & have lost 70 total lbs. (-10)(273)
10 weeks out & have lost 73 total lbs. (-3)(270)
11 weeks out & have lost 75 total lbs. (-2)(268)
12 weeks out & have lost 77 total lbs. (-2)(266)
13 weeks out & have lost 81 total lbs. (-4)(262)
14 weeks out & have lost 83 total lbs. (-2)(260)
15 weeks out & have lost 85 total lbs. (-2)(258)
16 weeks out & have lost 88 total lbs. (-3)(255)
17 weeks out & have lost 93 total lbs. (-5)(250)
18 weeks out & have lost 100 total lbs!!!!(-7)(243)
21 weeks out & have lost 106 total lbs. (-6)(237)
22 weeks out & have lost 110 total lbs. (-4)(233)
23 weeks out & have lost 113 total lbs. (-3)(230)
24 weeks out & have lost 116 total lbs. (-3)(227)
25 weeks out & have lost 117 total lbs. (-1)(226)
26 weeks out & have lost 118 total lbs. (-1)(225)
27 weeks out & have lost 120 total lbs. (-2)(223)
28 weeks out & have lost 123 total lbs. (-3)(220)
29 weeks out & have lost 126 total lbs. (-3)(217)
30 weeks out & have lost 129 total lbs. (-3)(214)
31 weeks out & have lost 134 total lbs. (-5)(209)
32 weeks out & have lost 136 total lbs. (-2)(207)
33 weeks out & have lost 138 total lbs. (-2)(205)
34 weeks out & have lost 139 total lbs. (-1)(204)
35 weeks out & have lost 140 total lbs. (-1)(203)
36 weeks out & have lost 142 total lbs. (-2)(201)
37 weeks out & have lost 146 total lbs. (-4)(197)
38 weeks out & have lost 150 total lbs. (-4)(193)
39 weeks out (9 months) & have lost 153 total lbs. (-3)(190)
40 weeks out & have lost 153 total lbs.(-0)(190)no loss this week
41 weeks out & have lost 155 total lbs. (-2)(188)
42 weeks out & have lost 157 total lbs. (-2)(186)
43 weeks out & have lost 160 total lbs. (-3)(183)
44 weeks out & have lost 162 total lbs. (-2)(181)
45 weeks out & have lost 165 total lbs. (-3)(178)
46 weeks out & have lost 168 total lbs. (-3)(175)
47 weeks out & have lost 173 total lbs. (-5)(170)
48 weeks out & have lost 176 total lbs. (-3)(167)
49 weeks out & have lost 176 total lbs. (-0)(167)
50 weeks out & have lost 176 total lbs. (-0)(167)
51 weeks out & have lost 177 total lbs. (-1)(166)
52 weeks out & have lost 180 total lbs. (-3)(163) 1 YEAR!!!
53 weeks out & have lost 181 total lbs. (-1)(162)
54 weeks out & have lost 183 total lbs. (-2)(160)
55 weeks out & have lost 184 total lbs. (-1)(159)
56 weeks out & have lost 185 total lbs. (-1)(158)
57 weeks out & have lost 186 total lbs. (-1)(157)
58 weeks out & have lost 188 total lbs. (-2)(155)
59 weeks out & have lost 190 total lbs. (-2)(153)
60 weeks out & have lost 191 total lbs. (-1)(152)
61 weeks out & have lost 193 total lbs. (-2)(150)
62 weeks out & have lost 194 total lbs. (-1)(149)
63 weeks out & have lost 195 total lbs. (-1)(148)
64 weeks out & have lost 197 total lbs. (-2)(146)
65 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-3)(143)
66 weeks out & have lost 201 total lbs. (-1)(142)
67 weeks out & have lost 201 total lbs. (-0)(142)
68 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (+1)(143)
69 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-0)(143)
70 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-0)(143)
71 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-0)(143)
72 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-0)(143)
73 weeks out & have lost 200 total lbs. (-0)(143)
Maintaining at 143 lbs......
June 2004...
I am in the beginning stage of this process. My co-worker had the surgery last week & is doing well. I had looked into the procedure months before, then found out she was having it done. She has been wonderful with helping me get started. I have went to my doctor & requested my records. I have also had the bloodwork done, & requested my doctor send my medical history to Dr. Melkonian. I have had my visit with the Nutritionist & she is sending the letter also. I have my other visits & see Dr. Melkonian on the 20th. I look forward to meeting him & getting some final answers to some questions. I hope to have everything ready & be able to have the paperwork sent on to my insurance company soon. I hope I will be approved & be able to have the surgery soon. I look forward to getting my life back. I have been overweight for 12 years, since having my child. But after 12 years of trying I know I need help in my goal of losing this weight once & for all.
7-15-04
Only a few more days until I see Dr. Melkonian. I am following up with my doctor & the nurses to insure the records & letters have been sent. I am still researching information so I can be as prepared as possible. I have some around me supporting 100% and others who are not so supportive of the surgery. I am dealing with the negative comments & know I am making the best decision for me.
7-21-04
Well I met with Dr. Melkonian yesterday. It went very well, he is a nice person & knows his work. They are waiting on one more letter & Dr. Melkonian will do his letter. My paperwork should be in by the first of next week & then it will be sent to the insurance company for what I hope is an approval. Now it will be the waiting game, but hopefully it will no be too long.
7-27-04
Still waiting...I called Nita at Dr. Melkonian's office to see if she had everything she needed. Hopefully it will be sent on to the insurance company this week & I will hear something soon. I am trying to diet & walk during this waiting period so I can better prepare myself. Hopefully I will have the right mind set & be motivated even more by getting a jump start.
8-2-04
I have been approved & I am so excited. I have been scheduled for my surgery on 8-27-04. I am getting everything ready so I will be well prepared. It feels wonderful to know that is just weeks I will be changing my life forever.
8-10-04
Well, only a few more days until I start my liquid diet. I am getting more excited as my surgery date gets closer. It is still hard to believe that everything is scheduled & ready to go. I just need to get through the 2 week liquid diet & I will be on my way to a new me. I really appreciate all the comments & emails from everyone. The support I am receiving has been a huge help!! Thank you!!
8-16-04
I went to Dr. Melkonian Friday afternoon, on my own I have lost 7 lbs so far...yeah!! He answered all my questions & I am ready. I started the liquid diet that same day. Today is my 4th day on it & so far....so good!! It has not been as hard as I imagined, I am staying busy & that helps. It will not be long now, & hopefully these remaining days will go by fast.
8-23-04
Only 4 more days until surgery. I am doing okay on the liquid diet. I had a couple of bad days but I am now doing okay again. It is hard to believe it is this Friday. I am so excited & can't wait. I weighed on my scale & show another 9 lb loss so that is 16 lbs so far...before surgery. It is a good jump start & that makes me feel even more excited.
8-31-04
I had my surgery & all went well. I am home now & doing good. I am sore & tired but getting better each day. The day of surgery I had lost 22 lbs....7 was on my own before the liquid diet then another 15 on liquid diet so total as of surgery date was 22 lbs which feels wonderful. Thanks to everyone for your support & prayers.
9-8-04
Continue to do well, up & moving around & feel better each day. I tried mashed potatoes today for the first real bite of food in 3 weeks. Did not eat much but it went fine.
9-13-04
Went for my 2 week follow up today. I have lost 39 lbs so far, & I am so excited. I can not believe I have lost that much so soon. I am trying more foods like green beans & tuna....yummy!! I have not had any problems yet except a little tummy discomfort after eating one time with some nausea. I am still having to work on drinking....Doctor Melkonian said that should get better with time. Still lots of burping but that too should improve.
9-14-04
I am back at work today, feel okay & getting better each day. I am glad to be back doing my normal routine. I feel human again!
9-16-04
Tomorrow is my 3 week mark & I weighed this morning & I am down 43 lbs total. I am still working on drinking more & trying new foods. I don't feel really really good, some days I feel yucky. I know it will get better in time & look forward to feeling better. Little nausea...but no vomiting thank goodness.
9-24-04
Today is 4 weeks post op. I am down 45 lbs so far. I am doing better now, the nausea is going away. I am still working on increasing fluids. Surgeon put me on Nexium (Antacid) and regular doctor put me on allergy medication so something is helping!
9-27-04
Time is just flying by, I can't believe how fast things seem to be going. I weighed this morning & I am down 48 lbs! The weight loss is great. I seen some family this weekend that have not seen me in a while & all have wonderful things to say about how they can see my weight loss. I look forward to months to come!
10-5-04
I am now down 52 lbs total. I am doing good. I have gotten sick a couple of times with vomiting included. I am trying new foods & some just did not agree. I am staying on track, with my mind in focus on the goal.
10-22-04
I am down 60 total lbs & still doing good. Got sick a couple other times trying new foods. Trying to start working out & getting into better shape.
11-5-04
I am down 70 total lbs & just can't believe this is real. It has been really really hard at times but in all I know the weight loss is a good thing. It is hard dealing with the eating issues. I am not able to tolerate many of the foods I loved before, even some that were okay for me. My food variety for now is not a large variety. I find myself eating the same safe foods over & over. When I do get sick or nausea it gets really hard because I don't like to feel that way but once it is gone I am back okay. I know this will be a life long challenge!
11-15-04
Down 73 total lbs. & hanging in there. Trying to work on what foods I should be eating & doing more exercising. I know this is the key to being successful.
11-22-04
Down 77 total lbs & doing good.
11-29-04
Thanksgiving went well. I did good not eating the wrong foods or eating too much. I have had a head cold so I really did not feel well, so that helped to not want to eat. I go to Dr. Melkonian this afternoon for my blood test results!!
12-3-04
Blood results are all good. Down 83 lbs total.
12-10-04
Down 85 lbs total & doing good.
12-17-04
Down 88 total lbs & still doing good. I had my family Christmas party with lots of food but did not eat very much at all. It was not hard being around food like it would normally be if I was just on a regular diet. My appetite is not back yet so it makes it easier.
12-27-04
Down 93 total lbs & still doing good.
1-3-05
I have made that first big number!!! I am down 100 lbs!!!! I am so excited. This has really changed my life. I find myself able to do things I have not been able to do in so long. My self confidence is starting to increase more. With this big milestone I now feel this is really possible. In only a short time, it just does not seem real.
1-21-05
Continue to do well. The weight loss has slowed down which was to be expected. I joined the YMCA and am trying to go at least 3 times a week. So far doing good. I continue to see my body change. I need new clothes because all my old clothes are hanging on me but don't want to buy any yet because I have a lot more to lose.
1-28-05
Doing great... exercising and things are just fine. I took some updated pictures to compare my lose and WOW what a difference.
Will try to get some pictures up on this site!
2-4-05
Down another 3 lbs which is wonderful. This has been such an amazing experience. It just does not seem real sometimes. I had seen a couple people last night that had not seen me in a while and their comments and reactions to my weight loss felt so good. It has been so long since I have felt this good about me! I go the end of this month for my 6 month blood work and follow up. I look forward to seeing my results to make sure everything is still in good shape!
2-11-05
Another 3 lbs gone!!! Still doing good. Sometimes will eat some things that don't agree and get sick to my stomach but no vomiting in a very long time. Still learning what to stay away from. Hair is falling out a little. Can't wait for that to STOP!! Working on increasing protein to see if that helps!
2-18-05
Down 1 more lb....and yes every pound loss counts!!
2-25-05
Still doing good. I can see myself changing each and every day!
3-4-05
Things are still going very well. I still just can not believe this is real. This has changed my life so much.
3-11-05
Still going well. Went to my 6 month follow up appt with Dr. Melkonian yesterday. Blood results good, just need to start taking some B12. Says I am doing good and to keep doing what I am doing.
3-18-05
Had a tummy problem this week. Sharp pains in my upper stomach area. Went to the doctor and they ran some blood work. He gave me some acid reflux pills to try. Maybe ulcer or just stomach issues not sure yet. Go back the 28th to follow up and to also start B12 shots. He feels I need them. I feel better already and think I was just backed up or something. Took that milk of magnesium and feel better already!
3-25-05
Doing good. Going on vacation to Charleston so looking forward to that!!
4-1-05
Still going well. Been sick with the flu junk so feeling really bad!!!
4-8-05
Getting better each day and will be glad when I feel 100% better. Makes it a little harder to exercise when you don't feel well. I am still going but it is not as enjoyable when I feel yucky!!
4-15-05
Things are still going well. Have bought a few new clothes because all my old clothes are falling off. It is a wonderful feeling but sometimes I still just can not believe this is real. A lot of people say things to me about my weight loss which helps encourage me to stay focused.
4-22-05
It has been a long week. My husband's Grandmother passed away. They were really close almost like a mother to him. Work has been CRAZY!!! I am doing okay with food, find myself not eating when I should because so much is going on. Did not get to go to the gym as normal and I can feel the difference!! Maybe it will be a good weekend.
4-29-05
Still going okay. Weight loss has slowed down. Herniated disc in back is what is going on right now. In pain but going surgeon next week to discuss. Miss working out!! That is probably why the weight loss has slowed because I have been in too much pain to work out!!
5-6-05
Glad to be able to be back in the gym. I can really tell a difference. Back is doing a lot better. Look forward to getting under the 200 lb mark!!!
5-13-05
Hip Hip Hooray!!! I hit under 200 lbs!!! This was a very exciting week for me. This being one of my biggest goals and to have met that goal is such a joy! I felt good first part of the week and now am getting some viral bug. Flu like junk again!!! Hopefully it will not last!
5-20-05
This are still going great!! I hit the 150 total lbs lost mark and that was very exciting for me. Every day normal life I don't always feel my weight loss. It is kind of weird because mentally I don't feel I have caught up with the physical loss. I feel it when I put on a shirt from softball coaching last year, it was tight and I pulled at it all the time to cover my waist. Now it hangs like a night shirt and in that moment I feel like WOW I have really lost weight!! Every day is a new challenge and I am becoming a new me!!
5-27-05
Today is my 9 month mark and I continue to do well. It is still hard to believe this is me!! 3 more lbs down and that feels wonderful to still be able to be losing!!
6-2-05
I had done measurements in the beginning and then today to see how many inches I have lost!! WOW I was amazed. I have lost:
4" calves
9 1/2" thighs
17 1/2" lower waist
16" upper waist
13 1/2" chest
5 1/2" upper arm
2 1/2 " neck
6-3-05
Well no loss this week even though I have been working out and seem to be doing good. It is one of those weeks I guess. I will just keep doing what I am doing and hopefully the lbs will continue to come off. I started tanning this week so maybe if I get a good tan going that will also help with how I look and feel.
6-10-05
Well 2 lbs more now gone!! Can't complain at all. Things are still going well. Glad to see the scale move since I had no loss last week. Will continue to work hard at the day to day of focusing on doing what I need to do.
6-17-05
Well my Birthday is tomorrow and I will be 33 years old!!!! What a birthday gift to myself to be celebrating a birthday being smaller than I have been in years!!! This is fabulous!!! My life has changed so much and people who have never had a weight issue would never understand just how much your weight effects your life. I am truly blessed in my life. I have a wonderful supportive loving husband and daughter that mean the world to me!!! Life is good.
6-24-05
Still doing great!! Took a couple days of work and it was nice to get away. Food doing good. No stomach issues lately thank goodness. Looking forward to the next couple of weeks to be able to lose even more!! I see the light at the end of the tunnel and think I truly might be able to reach goal.
7-1-05
Things are still going great. Trying to buy a few new clothes to help!! All my clothes were hanging off of me. Which is a wonderful feeling I must say. I can wear size 16 pants but people are telling me to go down because they look too big. I might try some 14 size soon. I have that roll of fat skin in my waiste so according to the style pants...we will see.
7-8-05
Still going well...just can't believe the lbs are still coming off. This is absolutely amazing!!!!! It is hard to believe that my goal of 149 lbs (according to the medical charts for my height) is really within reach!!!
7-15-05
Doing well. Have a little bit of dizzy junk happening when I get up. Also some headaches so went to the doctor to check things out. Said left ear has something going on. Gave me a prescription and also did some blood work. Will know soon if anything shows on bloodwork results. Said drink more!!
7-22-05
Still doing very good. Went back to doctor for follow up and ear is getting better but not completely all well. Still taking medication so it may take a few more days. He said my sugar was a little low on the blood test results. Maybe add a snack to see if it helps. Will see them back end of next month for my one year!!
7-29-05
All is still going well. I just can't believe this is real. I can't believe it is me looking back at me in the mirror. Until I take a picture and look at it or compare it to a before picture it just does not seem real. I hope things continue to go well. Things have been so wonderful so far and if it continues I should be able to meet goal.
8-5-05
No loss this week. Things still going well. Fixing to hit the 1 yr mark!!
8-12-05
Still no more lbs gone!! Still doing good though.
8-19-05
Well the scale moved 1 pound down!!! hip hip hooray!!
8-26-05
Well I can't believe it but my 1 year is here!!! I have done so well and I am so pleased with my results. It is almost like a dream. It is still hard for me to believe that this is actually me and this is actually happening. Good week this week...came down more pounds. I go for my blood work week after next then my follow up with surgeon on 9-13-05. I look forward to seeing my results to be sure I am doing well with those.
9-2-05
Things are still going well. I was in Alanta all week for training. It was a busy week but still did very well. Have blood work scheduled for next week. Hope to see numbers if #'s are good.
9-9-05
Went to the doctor this week to have bloodwork done. Will see Melkonian Monday to find out how the results look. Things are still going well. Have seen a little increase in food intake. I am trying to watch what I eat and volume but have seen some increase. I have not been doing great with going to work out. Life gets busy and time runs out each day. I have got to get back on track with that to insure I am not losing muscle.
9-16-05
Well things are still going well. I went for my 1 yr follow up with surgeon and all is well. All blood work showed each level was perfectly within range. Not one high or low!! This was exciting news because I thought for sure that something would be high or low. I will keep doing what I am doing. He said wait until end of winter and go see a surgeon if interested in removal of excess skin.
9-22-05
Things are still going well. My daughter started volleyball season at school and I am helping a little with that. Great exercise!!
9-30-05
Still doing good. Can't believe how my life has changed. This surgery has truly changed my life and I am so blessed to have been able to do it. I get sick to my stomach sometimes after eating and during that time it is hard I will not lie...but all in all I would do it again in a heart beat!!
10-7-05
Things are still going well. I am so pleased with how everything has went and is going. I am thrilled that I am still able to lose. Even if it is only a pound or two I just can't believe that things are still going so well. If I continue I can hopefully reach goal. This has been an amazing experience in my life.
10-14-05
Well I think I will hit my goal soon. I first wanted to be 149lbs to put me in the normal weight range instead of overweight. I now would like to see 143 lbs so I will have a total loss of 200lbs. Also if I hit that mark I will go ahead and schedule and appointment with a surgeon to discuss skin removal. Going to the beach this weekend to get away...looking forward to the trip!!
10-21-05
All is still going well. Enjoying volleyball season at my daughters school. Been helping out during practice which is good exercise. They have done great and are currently 7-0 undefeated!!!! Hope to continue doing well and will hopefully be at goal soon.
10-28-05
Lost 2 more lbs...just loving it. My weight loss has continued which is a wonderful feeling. I would love to continue to lose but if I don't I am happy with the success of my loss. It is a dream come true and I know I could not have done it without WLS.
11-4-05
Things are still going very well. Still losing 1-2 lbs per week which has been nice. I am not working out like I was....not enough time. Curious to see what the next few months will be like.
11-11-05
Still doing good. Things continue to be good which is a true blessing. My daughter and the volleyball Team won the volleyball conference 13-0 which has made for an exciting week. Staying busy which helps.
11-18-05
All is still going well. I am so pleased to still be able to lose a pound or two. Not far away from my goal of 200 total lb loss weighing 143. I have not weighed this much since high school. What a wonderful feeling.
11-25-05
Hip Hip Hooray!!!! I made it to my goal weight. I have lost 200 total pounds which is just unreal and still feels like a dream. Well if it is a dream I don't want to wake up. This Thanksgiving I am thankful for my life...for the changes the surgery has given my life...for my family...and most of all for my beautiful wonderful loving daughter Chelsea who means the world to me....I am TRULY blessed.
12-2-05
Still going well.
12-9-05
No loss this week but that is just fine. I am still so pleased with my results. Thanksgiving holiday went good. Did really well with the food. I am still not able to eat very much at all without getting sick. I am trying to still increase my calorie intake but it is hard when I am not hungry and get so full so quickly
12-16-05
Gained 1 pound back but still doing great.
12-23-05
Still doing well. Been sick with cold junk. Had blood work done while at doctor and bloodwork all good.
12-30-05
Still sick with the bacterial infection and on my second medication. I hope this junk gets better soon cause I sure don't feel so good. As far as the weight goes still staying at 143. It looks like maybe it has come to a stop...which is fine because I am HAPPY!!!!
1-6-06
Wow...in the new year now. Things are still going well. I guess my weight loss has stopped which is fine. Calling around to check on possible skin removal. Hope I can get some things approved via insurance!!
1-13-06
Things are still going well. I have scheduled an appointment with a surgeon Stanley Getz for February. I am excited to see if there is a possibility that I can get anything approved.
1-20-06
Still doing well.
1-27-06
Still doing well.
2-3-06
Things are still going well. I have my appt to see the plastic surgeon next week and looking forward to seeing if there is any possibility of getting insurance to pay for any of it.
2-10-06
Things are still good. Still maintaining at 143 lbs. Went to surgeon for consult and I am excited. We will begin process to see if we can get anything approved by insurance.
2-17-06
Still doing well. Starting paperwork process for skin removal. I hope I will hear something soon.
2-24-06
Still doing well. Almost done with gathering paperwork so they can send to insurance for approval. I am keeping my fingers crossed.
3-3-06
Still doing good. I go up and down 3-5 lbs all the time which seems to be the normal now. I am watching the scales to insure I stay on track and not let it go beyond that. Still waiting on insurance and just hoping it goes through.
3-10-06
All is well. Still waiting on insurance. Been having some headaches...if continues may go to the doctor to have bloodwork done to be sure it isn't anything low.
3-17-06
Still doing well....still waiting on response from insurance.
3-24-06
Still doing well.
3-31-06
Heard from insurance. Only approved Tummy Tuck so far. Will appeal to see if can get anything else.
4-7-06
Starting to gather more info for my appeal. I am going to keep my fingers crossed that I can get more approved. Estimated cost if not for everything I want done is around $24,000 and I just can't see paying that. We will see what happens. Still doing well and maintaining weight...no current issues.
4-14-06
Still doing well. Trying to gather all the info for the appeal. Hope to send it out this week.
4-21-06
All still good. Fixing to take all the paperwork to the surgeons office so we can send the appeal off.
4-28-06
Still doing well....now have papers to surgeon and will wait to see what happens.
5-5-06
Paperwork for appeal is being mailed out today. We will keep our fingers crossed that something else gets approval. Still doing well.
5-12-06
Things are still going well. I really am ready to have this skin removed...it is driving me crazy. I am just waiting to hear back from the insurance company and I am hoping that does not take forever!! It would be nice to hear back before end of May.
5-19-06
Hooray!!! I have heard verbally from insurance that in addition to the approved TT I have now won my appeal on my thighs, hips, and buttocks. I am so excited I could scream!!! I just can't wait to get this done. I hope to schedule something for this summer. Will be working on details and a second visit with the surgeon for additional questions.
5-26-06
Waiting on letter from surgeons office to see how much cost I will be left with if I get everything done. As soon as I receive will decide and move forward with scheduling procedure.
6-2-06
Received call from surgeons office today. Scheduled me for an appointment on the 14th to go over last minute questions. Also to help decide if I will be doing all procedures at once or not. We will see how things go and hope for the best. This is a big decision.
6-9-06
Things are still going well.
6-16-06
Went to 2nd appt with surgeon. I have a date for my fist part of plastic surgery. I go July 10th to have tummy tuck, hips, buttocks, and breast lift with implants. I will wait until next year to have thighs and arms done. I am excited but nervous. Ready to take the next step in my journey.
6-23-06
Well only a couple weeks away from my first round of plastic surgery. I am really nervous but also really excited. I still can't believe me....miss penny pincher...is going to pay for breast lift with implants. Oh well...never really ever spend any money on myself so I guess I will be selfish for once.
6-30-06
Still doing well. The waiting on surgery date is no fun...I can't wait for the day to arrive. Although I imagine I will be so nervous that morning. There is always that fear that something could go wrong. I have a wonderful family that I love so much and my precious daughter means the world to me. I am a believer that when it is your time to go...no matter where you are or what you are doing...when it is your time that is it. I just know I will do fine and be home with my family....sore and hurting like hell I am sure....but in time while be so happy with the results.
7-9-06
Go in the morning for plastic surgery. Wish me luck.
7-13-06
Wow...finally home and what PAIN. I did not realize just how painful this would be. I should have gotten the onQ pump for the breast because that was really bad. The on Q for tummy was good but getting some feeling back. In recovery 4 hours due to low blood pressure. Stayed sick, nausea, vomiting, fever, and dizzy until changed pain medications. Percocet was the cause. Took me off and used demerol and finagrin (spellings??) much better so got to come home. This will be a long week.
7-14-06
Today has been rough. This really sucks..it hurts so bad. I take medication but feel sleepy all the time. I can't wait until I feel better. I know it will be worth it in the end but now it stinks!!
7-27-06
Went to follow up appt yesterday. Surgeon says doing really well. I am still really sore and ready to start feeling better. He took out all staples and stitches...of fun. Still have the one drain and will have it until less than 30 a day. I am trying to take pictures so I can do before and after pictures.
8-7-06
Things are getting better each day. I am still sore and when I do too much I swell and ache. I am taking it a day at a time. Got last drain out last Friday which was nice. The shower finally was wonderful. I have such dry skin it is aweful. I go for my follow up Wednesday and see what he says.
8-18-06
Doing better each day. Scars are healing well. I go for my 2 yr follow up from gastric bypass with Dr. Melkonian on the 31st...wonder what he will think of me now. Blood work looks good according to my primary doctor. I can't believe it has been two years and I can't believe how much my life has changed. I am truly a new person. I am so thankful I was able to have this done. Today is my 16 yr anniversary with my husband. I can't believe it has been 16 yrs. Will update soon.
8-28-06
Well back to work today. It has been rough. I am tired and sleepy, guess because I was getting so much rest while I was out of work. Things are getting better each day. I feel human again thank God. I do have to say my clothes look so much better on my new body...which is nice. I know I will sleep good tonight....I am so tired. Work is still the same....wish I could retire really young...lol
9-1-06
Well it is Friday...my first week back is almost complete. It has been rough...I am tired but getting better. Went to 3 yr follow up with Melkonian (gastric bypass surgeon) and things are great. Bloodwork looks good...says he is very pleased with how things are going for me.
9-8-06
Getting better each day...still tired and a little sore with more activity. Have follow up with Getz next week to discuss progress and future surgery for thighs and revisions. Will see how that goes and go from there.
9-15-06
Things are going well. Finally tried on some new clothes...I was an 8 before surgery....not this morning wearing some jeans that are 5/6...this feels good!!! Went for follow up with surgeon and he is pleased with progress. He does want to do some touch up in areas...getting cost for hospital portion...no cost from him. According to cost....as to when I go for thighs and touch ups!!
9-22-06
Things are going good. Staying between 134-138lbs . Still waiting to hear about my cost for next procedures.
10-13-06
Still doing well...no issues. Still waiting for pricing for touch ups.
11-17-06
Been a while since an update. Still doing well. Staying between 133lbs-138lbs lately. Still waiting on pricing for touch ups.
4-5-07
Well I had my thigh surgery and all went well. Recovered and back to work. Things are still well and I am still maintaining my weight.
8-22-07
Went for pre-op for revision surgery which is scheduled for 8-30-07. He will be re-doing the tummy and breast. Hoping for improvement in the breast and anything additional on tummy would be great. Would love to see enough skin pulled up to help with the skin left on thighs even after thigh surgery. He will get in there and do his best to get things a little tighter....so we will see. I am hoping for the best.
9-20-07
Well I had my revisions done 8-30-07. All went well....it was done at outpatient facility. He endup up doing section about 6 inches on each hip, mons area, from belly button up, and revision to breast. Right breast just skin and nipple movement....left did skin and nipple....but also added to size of implant so cut underneath area also. I am healing well and drains and staples all gone. Swollen some and sore more in stomach area but other than that doing well. Returned to work today so trying not to over do things. Left implant not dropping after he did what he did....so when I go back in 6 weeks if not dropped he may have to do procedure. I think I will end up with dog ear at top of incision on tummy if so fix in his office hopefully. I am working implant daily via massage hoping to help it drop more....but we will see.
