I have slowly stopped the drug/s that put about 30 extra pounds on me. [View all]

Several years ago I had Shingles which led to post herpetic nerve disorder and the drug I took put 20 pounds on me. I went from a size 14 to size 18 and needed to buy new clothes that fit.

In consultation with my doctor, I developed a slow reduction plan of my Gabopentin and Elavil. This is difficult to do if, like me, you can't stand the return of the nerve pain.

Now at last I have. I have some pain but it is tolerable (and believe me, I am a huge baby about any pain).

Since I am 82, I have no wild dreams of a new, glamorous figure, but it will sure be nice to have clothes that fit right.

I never thought I'd see this day.I'll check in with you as I progress. It ought to be interesting!