Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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Mora2007 07/01/2013

I'm down 78 pounds went from a size 18 to a 10/12 a size XL shirt to a medium and some large shirts. since Dec 11 2012 I am a little confused because I weigh the same as some friends and they are a 4-6 I guess it's cause I still have some of my behind lol I feel great I have energy and I am loving life. We leave for Croatia tomorrow and I'm super excited about this trip. A bit nervous about being stuck in the car for a while as we drive there from Germany but what can I do lol I hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July and all is well with everyone :)

SgtSmith 07/01/2013

Congrats on your success!

rubymama 07/01/2013

Good for you! Sizes are odd. I'm in size 18's even though I weigh about 50 pounds more than I did the last time I was in that size.

Have a great trip!

Mora2007 07/01/2013

Thank you! And yes sizes are very weird lol

deleted_user 07/01/2013

Huge Congratulations to you!! You have done so well! I know sizes are strange, but just think a year ago you weren't even close!

So glad you feel better and have lots of energy I'm sure your trip will be all the more fun!

You are such an inspiration to me! =)

Pam2011 07/01/2013

Congrats! Sizes are cut much larger now days than 20 years ago I feel. Depends on the brand really. I usually wear a size 4 pants but can wear a 6 in some stuff. Usually wear a small top.
Depends on where you have lost the weight too. Your body will redistribute what weight you have left after you've met your goal for up to a year and if you lift weights or do weight machines or strength train that will help with muscle tone and firming up!
Congrats! You are doing great!

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