Is This Normal?

I had my surgery on July 29th of this year and I was losing weight quite well. But it seems to have nearly stopped --- I have lost only 4-5 pounds in the last 2 1/2 weeks. Is this normal? Thanks, Harriet

Yes, this is normal. We lose like that at times then have a drop of four or five pounds suddenly. It is not a real plateau until you haven't lost anything at all for two or three weeks. Don't worry about it. In the long run, it all averages out. Good luck.

Thanks for replying --- this stuff is all new to me and not really sure what's normal.

Harriet, Hi I had my surgery the very same day as yours, I have lost 31lbs so far, and my weight loss has slowed down some, but I think it is because I have not been able to eat to well. I have picked up the proteins and have started walking and I am starting to lose a little bit more. How do you feel would love to chat with ya. I am in Bowling Green. Hope things are well for ya. Teresa

Hello Harriet, I had my surgery on 07-16-03 and was averaging 6 lbs per week. Now I have been very slow for about a week and 1/2 and still the scales are just barely moving. It hasn't bother me yet, but if it goes on for long, I will be getting concerned. I still just pinch myself everyday with this awesome weight loss. So far for me 65 lbs in 11 weeks... Teresa Gash

Thanks for replying! Glad to hear that this is normal --- that other people are experiencing it too. This website and forum are so awesome --- a place to go when you need answers. Have a great day! Harriet Winn