Question:
3 wks post-op and gained 5 lbs..

I had open RNY on 3/11/02. In two weeks, I lost about 18-20 lbs. Now on my 3rd week, I have gained 5 lbs. Has anyone else had this happen? I don't feel like I'm eating enough to GAIN.    — Jennifer C (posted on March 30, 2002)

March 30, 2002
How much water are you drinking? I gained 5# about 2 weeks out because water "hurt" (for a good reason, later fixed) and so I just stopped drinking it.
   — vitalady

March 30, 2002
Hi hon, I know how devestating it can be to gain when all you want to do is lose...I gained too, in my 2nd month i got the flu and was losing rapidly then all the sudden after my flu was done and i was able to eat and drink i gained i was soo upset but i have since lost it and then some...its probably water retention...dont worry it will come off...
   — Deanna Wise

March 30, 2002
I'm drinking AT LEAST 64oz of fluids. My BMs are only every 3-4 days and my menstrual cycle is 2 weeks late (sorry for the details) I feel like that might be a reason for the weight gain, but not sure why it is happening..
   — Jennifer C