Question:
Am not losing weight as expected.

I am two monts from surgery and have been stuck on same weight for three weeks. Anyone else?    — 7777 (posted on November 18, 2009)

November 18, 2009
Hello, This can be frustrating because you are expecting spectacular results quickly. I have lost 80 lbs in 6 months now. My weight loss did not show each week. I may have go 2 to 3 weeks with no change of the scale. Then wow! it drops and then I go a similar time frame with the same results of the scale not showing weight loss then it drops again. Just stick with your instructions from the Dr. about your food and it will happen. Take care, Loretta
   — Loretta B.

November 18, 2009
How many times have you gone in for a "fill"? It will probably take a couple of more "fills" for your band opening to be small enough to keep you from being hungry as much as you are now. You should be getting hungry only 2-4 times a day. Also, if you take a small bite every 3-5 minutes and chew thoroughly, you should be full after about 20 min. (it takes your brain that long to register that you are full). Eating too fast and drinking with your meals will cause you to be more hungry. Also, don't drink anything for 30-60 min. after your meal. The fluid just washes the food through your stomach faster, causing you to be hungry sooner. Remember that this is not a race. You have had this surgery to improve your health. This requires a life-long change in eating behavior. The Lap-Band is a tool that helps you eat more healthy (and smaller quantities). I am 5 years post-op with the Lap-Band. It took me about 3 1/2 years to reach my goal weight. I have maintained that for the last year and a half. Everyone loses weight at a different rate, and plateaus are a normal part of the type of weight loss you're wanting. Your body will occasionally take some time to adjust to all of the changes, but just stick to the guidelines your surgeon has given you, and the weight will begin to come off again. Also, take body measurements. You'll find that sometimes you lose inches even though you're not losing weight. Congratulations on your surgery and initial success. Hang in there, you CAN accomplish your goals. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask me anytime. God Bless.
   — KimM

November 19, 2009
I had the VSG on April15/09, I've lost 61 lbs and have to say I am frustrated with my weight loss also...I've hit several plateaus one was for 7 weeks. The thing I keep telling myself is... I'm still losing, I'm healthier, I'm more active and frankly I'm alot smaller...I've drop 10 clothing sizes. At times I've focused so much on the scale that I've missed the big picture. Every change is a success. Don't forget our whole lives are changing not just our weight and clothing size. Be encourage... you will lose weight...
   — SHERRYROBCA

November 19, 2009
What type of surgery did you have? Have you addressed this concern with your surgeon?
   — rkurquhart

November 19, 2009
I know this seems very frustrating, but my surgeon told me that would happen that I would plateau. But he also said that during that time my body would be losing inches instead of pounds and not to get discouraged.. so maybe you are losing inches instead.... however, i do think that the type of procedure you had may differ... im not sure what type you had, but i had the VSG and have been very lucky and happy with my results thus far.. good luck to you!!!
   — callen3640