Weight Loss ---lap band

Gosh, I had surgery on 11/20 and lost 20 lbs (including a pre-op diet). But with no restriction, I am having a hard time loosing additional weight and stick to Stage 3. I am trying not to let it bother me, but all this work and stuck for over a week at 20lbs. Plus-honestly it has been about a week I feel no restriction and real hungry. what to do?

Are you getting all your fluids? Are you getting all your protein? Those are prime reasons for hunger. Also, is it truly "empty belly" hunger or "head hunger"? I would check in with your doctor or nutritionist. As far as the slow weight loss, I'm going through that myself. I haven't lost as much as most people, but I'm trying to be patient. Remember, there are plateaus in weight loss, and they can last quite a while. 20 lbs in less than a month is nothing to sneeze at. Don't give up. ~Shirley

I had my surgery on 11/26 Lap Band and I have lost 24 lbs. and I'm getting hungry like you too. I have a doctors appointment this week and plan on speaking to him about my situation. I would have thought I would have lost more weight by now. Maybe we need more fluid in the band to tighten it. I will let you know what he says. Since we had our surgery around the same time, i would like to stay in touch. My email address is [email protected].

Hi Brett, Yes, this past week has been hell. I ate & drank anything. Of course, I was more careful than I normally would. But I have been the same weight since 12/13. My first fill is 1/09 so I hope this makes a difference.

Well, how are you doing after your first fill? Any better? I had my surgery 12/10 and have had one fill but still think I can eat to much...I might just want to see results to quick. I am not sure! And I don't think it is mind hunger...it is the same hunger that got me to be so fat in the first place! LOL

I am exactly the same as I was before surgery. My doctor said it is normal and I am scheduled for a 2nd fill after one month. But he said I could try to come in sooner-but no appts available. So Yes, I am aggravated. I just do not want to be hungry.We will see what happens after the 2nd fill.