Question:
Is anyone 5'5

I am trying to find postops who are less than 5'5" tall and less than 250 pounds. I would like to get an idea of approximate weight loss. If you have your pictures on this site, I would love to see how you are doing. Thank you.    — Grace H. (posted on July 26, 2002)

July 26, 2002
I am 5'5...you can check out my profile for pics...
   — Peg M.

July 26, 2002
I am 5'5" and weighed 238 the morning of surgery (May 28, 2002). I lost 16 pounds the first two weeks after surgery; 11 more pounds the the four weeks following. I am now eight weeks out and have lost about 6 more pounds (I have reached a dreaded plateau). So total, I have lost 33 pounds. I was told by my doctor that my weight loss would be slower because I was a "light weight" (haha -imagine that). You have to remember though that each person is definitely an INDIVIDUAL when it comes to weight loss. Your experience probably will differ totally from the folks who answer your question. I only have a before picture posted on my site, but feel free to check it out. Good luck to you!
   — Sue H.

July 26, 2002
Grace, I am 5'3, started at 249 and have lost 70 (am 179) after 6 months. They consider those of us under 250 as lightweights and therefore we don't lose as quickly as the ones who weigh much more. Go to my profile if you want to see the month by month weight loss.
   — Cindy R.

July 26, 2002
Hi Grace: I'm 5'5" and weighed 239 pre-op and a size 22/24. I am now 13 months post-op and weigh 121 and a size 4...WOOO HOOO!! Ciao, Victoria in Italy :)
   — perezrdh

July 26, 2002
I am 5'5", weighed 248 the day of surgery which was 6 1/2 weeks ago. I've lost 42 pounds so far and feel great. Some say lightweights don't lose as fast, but I guess it depends on the individual. Best thing you can do is not fret over every pound and don't weigh yourself every day! Best wishes - Sandi
   — Sandi L.

July 26, 2002
Hi everyone: I am the original poster of this question. Thank you all so much for your answers. I feel very encouraged, and cannot wait for surgery. Grace H.
   — Grace H.

July 27, 2002
I am 5'5 and started at 250 lbs and I am now 8 months post op and weigh in at 115lbs (give or take a pound depending on the time of day) I went from a size 24/26 to a size 4/6. See my profile for more information on the loss and pictures. Hope this helps and if you have any other questions feel free to e-mail me.
   — Lynda T.