I was told to go for 4000 because I looked like a fish that had been out of the water for a couple of weeks. I lost 70 lbs in a short time and it is much easier to lose it that to gain it back.

Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here