Question:
RNY along with hemodialysis, anyone out there?

I have been on dialysis,(either peritoneal or hemodialysis) for 2 years before having RNY 6 weeks ago. I wonder if losing this amount of weight (37lbs)in this length of time is normal or should it be more?    — smuckers47 (posted on April 13, 2008)

April 13, 2008
Wt. losss varies with the patient. Several factors have to be considered during the first few months of weight loss. How much did you weigh to start? Your BMI? The larger patients will lose wieght fast in the initial weeks. Over 7 months I lost about 1/2 pound per day. It also depends oh how well you follow the doctors protocol. Following food portioning, exercise, avoiding certain foods, high protein, proper hydration, etc.--all are factors too.
   — Dave Chambers

April 13, 2008
I am almost 6 years post op from RNY. I am also a dialysis nurse. While everyone loses at different rates you need to work very closely with your dietician and the staff at your dialysis center to keep your dry weight droping at an appropiate rate as you lose real pounds. RNY for dialysis patients is very new and I think everyone has their own normal. It is now more than ever important for you to keep up your protein intake and take your binders if perscribed. Good luck on your journey. I hope this puts you in a better position for possible transplant , if that is your goal.
   — dorothy S.