I gained weight!!! Help!

I gained weight on my 5 month check up. I gained 4lbs. My legs are swollen from sitting at work 6 days a week. And of course no smoking for 2 weeks. I did eat more. I was so upset. My doctor said dont worry, this shows why you need this surgery! It wont hurt your chances. Bonnie R

Hey Bonnie, I don't smoke but I'm sure that had something to do with it. Don't worry I'm sure it will be fine. Wanda

As the doctor said, don't worry about it. i also gained the entrie time I was on the supervised diet. Here I am now- post RNY and 70 lbs lighter. Aime

Bonnie - Congrats on being smoke free for two weeks! That's as big an accomplishment as weight loss - which WILL happen for you. Listen to Dr. Roe - I'm sure they're taking everything into account, including trading eating for smoking. Never they've not encountered before. So don't worry, it's all part of the journey!!! Take care, Tia

I am getting weighed by my pcp. I havent told Dr Roe yet. May 16th will be my last weigh in. I hope without a hitch. Thank you for all the praise for not smoking. I feel better. I just hope I can still have surgery even after weight gain. Bonnie R

Hi Bonnie Dont bring yourself down on your weight gain. That shows that you do need this surgery and that other diets do not work. Quitting smoking is hard and you put food in your hands to replace the ciggarette's. You are ok and this will not keep you from having the surgery. Keep your head up and we are here for you

Thank all of you guys for being wonderful! When you need support, someone always comes through. Thanks again bonnie r

Hi Bonnie, You should read my profile for Nov & Dec the same happened to me. I gained 4 1/2 pounds on my 5th month. I lost 3 1/2 for the last month and I got to have my surgery. Big hugs, Cira

Cira Thank you. That is great news. My doctor says this is all they are waiting on then off for approval. How are your feeling? I was reading on some little problems you were having. Are they better now? Bonnie R

Bonnie, As soon as I had my last supervised visit they put it in for the insurance and 2 days later I had an approval. Yes I had some complications after surgery but I am doing really good and on my way! Every week gets better for me. Thanks for asking. Hugs, Cira