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1000 Lb Sisters star Chris Combs recently experienced a setback in his weight-loss journey. After joining his sisters on the series, he showed his enthusiasm for shedding weight. He has been part of it ever since TLC aired its first episode in 2020. While the series primarily follows Amy and Tammy’s weight loss journeys, Chris is undeniably an important person.
Since the beginning of the show, all five Slaton siblings had to undergo multiple surgeries for fitness. Chris himself has lost a huge amount of weight in his journey. His primary goal was becoming healthier for his family and setting a good example for his children and grandchildren. Keep scrolling to find out what major roadblock he has suffered despite his efforts.
1000 Lb Sisters: Which Surgery Did Chris Have?
In Season 3 of 1000 Lb Sisters, Chris Combs opted for bariatric surgery to lose his pounds. In season 3, he underwent gastric bypass surgery, which led to rapid weight loss. According to Cleveland Clinic, this medical procedure involves removing a part of the entire stomach to make a marrow sleeve. After this surgery, Chris lost almost 150 pounds, inspiring his stepsisters, Amy and Tammy.
Chris, was initially 450 pounds in the first season. He is fit after his weight loss surgery and hardwork. The surgery made him kickstart his fitness journey once again. It was on a standstilll due to a boil in his leg. Fans, watching his journey know how hard it was for him to let go of food addiction or better his sedentary lifestyle. His wish to live around his family for long basically made up his mind to go for surgeries.
1000 Lb Sisters: Chris’ Progress Slowed Down After Surgeries!?
Reality TV star Chris Combs’ goals were short-lived when his progress stopped, leaving him disappointed. In 1000 Lb Sisters Season 6, he and his sisters attended a doctor’s appointment together. When he was asked to step on the scale, the weight machine showed 299 pounds.
This was almost the same weight which Chris had during his last visit, which was nine months ago. Then, he weighed 300 pounds. This left him clearly disappointed as he expected to have lost another 15 pounds. While he is eager to get another surgery, his family doctor denied his requests.
Having lost so much weight quickly, Chris has excess skin now. This skin is not just making his life terrible, but it is also creating hygiene problems. Now, he is desperately seeking to undergo the skin removal surgery. As he has spoken with the doctor, his doctor advised him to lose another 50 to 60 pounds.
Fans are yet to see if Chris can actually lose more pounds before being referred to a plastic surgeon or not. Since Season 6 is underway, he might feel pushed by his sisters and wife, Brittany to reach the necessary weight loss goals
