Post Op Questions

I'm about 3 weeks post op. I initially lost 21 lbs between surgery day and first office visit (10 days after surgery). However since then I don't seem to have dropped a single pound. I'm feeling somewhat discouraged since I'm taking in less than 750 cal a day. Has anyone else had a similar experience?

Hi Carolyn, same thing happened to me, so don't be concerned. Your body is just readjusting and moving things around. You may even notice how you lose inches but no pounds. Don't worry about it, you will lose more weight and I've been assured by my doctor and nutritionist, as long as you lose 1 - 2lbs per week, everything's according to plan. I lost a lot the first 2-3 weeks and then totally slowed down, how depressing. Now the scales are moving again. Don't despair, it's gonna happen, just give it some time Andrea RNY 6-23-04 // -35

Thanks so much for your response. It was reassuring. I'm going to just stay off the scales for awhile. thanks again

Hey Carolyn, I am still pre-op, but it sounds pretty normal to me!!! I just wanted to say hi and you are doing a great job!!! Love, Arlies