Question:
How much weight should I be losing after a lap band?

Does anyone know approximately about how much weight should I be losing per week after having lap band surgery. I had my surgery on 12/27/08. I have lost 19 lbs. Is that on track? Thank you for your answers.    — chachis1 (posted on February 3, 2009)

February 3, 2009
Hello...sounds to me you are doing great. I had Lapband on 12/15/09, and lost 8 lbs the first two weeks. I've stayed the same weight since, and my doctor said I'm not supposed to be loosing the first 6 weeks, as this time is reserved for healing. I had my first "fill" last week, and I'm anticipating weight loss soon. Best Regards, Lindy
   — nurselpt

February 3, 2009
oops...I meant I had surgery 12/15/08 LOL.
   — nurselpt

February 3, 2009
I had lapband surgery on 9-3-08 and I'm down about 27 lbs. I was afraid this wasn't enough, but my surgeon told me that I don't want to loose it any faster than 2 lbs a week. I had my second fill last month when I had only lost .6 lbs. I'm now down another 6 lbs - woohoo!! Just remember it takes time and this is a multi-year process unlike the bypass. I have to keep reminding myself of that. Good luck!
   — Teri K.

February 3, 2009
You should be shooting for 1-2 lbs a week for healthy weight loss. Donna lapband 4/19/07 115# lost
   — Donna O.