Am I alone?

Hi, I am 7 weeks postop. At 6 weeks post op I had lost about 42 lbs. I don't really feel as if I am losing fast enough. Am I alone here, does anyone else feel this way? My Dr. says that I am doing fine, but I have talked to others who have lost alot more than me! I am eating so little, that I don't know how I could eat any less and survive.

No you are not alone. I had surgery May 12, 2003. I am 8 weeks post today and have only lost 34 pounds. I am not eating much and am active at work. I drink a lot of fluid and it seems like the weight just isn't coming off very fast at all.

Nope, you're not alone. I had my surgery the day after your's and am stuck at 46 lbs. I figure I have all the time in the world and the weight WILL come off! Good luck and HANG IN THERE!

Teri, I'm with ya! It is SO difficult to wait! You are doing better than me, so don't get that frustrated! I am 2 months out (9 weeks on Friday) and am only down 45#. I really wanted to be 50# down by 2 months but I see others that lost fast at the beginning and then petered out in the end, not getting to goal within a year. I have been struggling with the SAME thoughts! I have been really focusing on everyday...what am I doing to make this tool work for me. I can't think about yesterday, just do my best today! If we were all the same what a boring world this would be! Good luck and keep on using your tool! Jeanette

My co-worker and I had surgery on 5/20/03 and she's lost nearly 50 lbs. I on the other hand have lost about 34 lbs. I was worried but my doctor said I'm doing fine. My co-worker has had some minor complications since her surgery while I have had none. Every person is different so don't worry. You will loose the weight in due time. Don't ru**** because you can get sick. By the way, I've been told by different people including my doctor that a person who is heavier will loose faster than a person who weighs less. Keep that and mind and forget about the other people. I think your 42 lbs. is about right. Good luck!