have gained 1 1/2 pounds since last visit...

I went to the doctor yesterday and I have gained 1 1/2 pounds, but they said I had gained muscle instead of fat, so I guess that is good, but it is still discouraging to see the scales go up instead of down.  They gave me 1/2cc in my band, which now makes 6 1/2 ccs in my band.  They also told me that since I'm excersising more that I should probably eat more, especially protein.  I hope that this fill makes me loose more weight.  Any advice would be appreciated.,.,.thanks

I suggest that you start keeping track of your body measurements (bust, waist, hips,etc.) so that you'll be able to see that you're shrinking even when the scale suggests the opposite.

Increasing your food intake could help, but I wouldn't go whole-hog. Try adding 100 calories of protein a day for a week, then 200 for a week, and see how your body responds. Your body won't respond instantly to the change in intake, so be patient. (I know, easier said than done.)

Jean

I am with you on this one  I went for my check up today and it was not so great either.  Keep your chin up we will win this battle.

Jessica

SO WITH U THERE, AFTER LOSING 27 IN THE LIQUID DIET I GAINED 2 POUND I COULDNT BELIEVE IT. BUT MY DOCTOR SAID IT WAS NORMAL BECAUSE OF THE TRANSITION FROM LIQUIDS TO SOLID AND IT WAS TRUE AS SOON AS I GO BACK I LOST THOSE 2 POUNDS PLUS 6 MORE IN 2 WEEKS WITH THE HELP OF EXCERCISE ECT. my surgeon also said that just happens sometimes the going up and down with the weight, stay away from the scale it is still our worst enemy lol (its easier said then done :/)
so dont let that discourage you keep on track add some more protein and enjoy the weight u have already lost :)

I haven't started my diet yet, but on my last consultation the doctor exlained me about different stages of the whole process.

I remember him mentioning about some weight gain as well during the process. I don't have any medical education, but it kinda makes more sence to me now, after I read those comments above. Good to read and learn before taking the action.  )))