'My 600-lb Life' Bettie Jo Elmore Shares Major Surgery Update

My 600-lb Life Season 3 featured the story of Bettie Jo Elmore. She appeared in the show weighing 654 lbs. Aside from her weight, she was also struggling with her husband, Josh Elmore, who was an enabler. However, the Missouri native worked hard and was able to make significant changes to herself before parting ways with Dr. Now. Recently, Bettie shared a major update about finally undergoing surgery. Keep reading to see her big news.

My 600-lb Life: Bettie Jo Elmore’s Weight Loss Journey

Bettie Jo was committed to losing weight when she appeared on the show. She faced some obstacles along the way, especially when her husband worried she would end their marriage if she achieved her physical goals. But Dr. Now sent the married couple to therapy, and they were able to work on their relationship.

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Bettie Jo was able to drop 200 pounds with the help of Dr. Now’s strict diet and exercise. The My 600-lb Life star also got bariatric surgery during the show. However, she continued to struggle with her excess skin throughout the years, and her condition got more complicated when she became pregnant. But it seems that Bettie Jo is taking steps to ease the pain she’s been going through.

Bettie Jo Shares Major Surgery Update

In an Instagram post, Bettie Jo Elmore shared a major update about her surgery. According to the My 600-lb Life star, she just underwent laparoscopy, which is a surgical procedure used to examine the organs in the belly. She also revealed that she will see another surgeon in May to know if she’s qualified to undergo excess skin removal. She also explained that her excess skin has been giving her a hard time as it pulls on her incisions. The Season 3 patient also received positive comments from her followers.

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“Bettie Jo, I just watched you in that show on tv, and I just wanted to say that you’re such an inspiration. Your vibe is so pure. Praying for you right now.”
“Feel better soon. Praying for a quick and speedy recovery! With no pain.”
“Praying for a quick & painless recovery.”
“Praying for complete healing and recovery over you.”

My 600-lb Life: How’s Bettie Jo Elmore’s Newborn Son?

Bettie Jo also made headlines last December after welcoming her baby boy, Erickson. The child was sent to the NICU due to health complications. According to the My 600-lb Life star, her newborn suffered from an infection and may undergo surgery. Fortunately, baby Erickson was strong and recovered quickly. Last month, Bettie Jo Elmore shared that her son is now 6 pd, 15 oz, and is drinking six out of eight bottles. She also added that baby Erickson is getting closer to finally getting home, implying that he’s still in the NICU.