Question:
Is my weight loss ok?

I went to a Doc in the box the other day for an ear infection and I told him I had a RNY. He asked how much I had lost and I told him 80 lbs. He said "Is that all". I did think I was doing alright but now I am wondering. I started out at 297 lb. am 5' 1" and am now about 218 lbs. Can I get some feedback re: if this is typical weight loss or was that doc right in thinking I should have lost more.    — Daphne S. (posted on August 12, 2002)

August 12, 2002
Everyone is different. You don't say how long ago you had surgery. 80 lbs. is great, period! Don't get depressed about the numbers. If you're more than a year post-op your weight loss will slow way down, but you can keep it going by remembering the rules and exercising. Look up the pouch rules for dummies...it's a great reminder. I eat 6 small meals a day, exercise 4-6 times a week and drink tons of water...I down to losing just 1-2 lbs per month, but I'm still losing...dont fret, just stay steady on the course.
   — Teri D.

August 12, 2002
IS THAT ALL?? What kind of question is that? Most docs would be thrilled spitless with a loss of 25# in 5 months. What is he THINKING? From my experience, you are right on target. Keep doing what you're doing & don't let The Great Unknowing scare you from sticking with it!
   — vitalady

August 12, 2002
I just looked at your profile and see that you just had your surgery March, 2002! Thats only 5 months ago!! You're doing wonderful and I can't wait til I'm doing the same. Excellent job!!
   — thumpiez

August 12, 2002
Sounds good to me! I had Lap RNY 3/6/2002 and have lost 88lbs.
   — Angie B.

August 12, 2002
You are doing great! Remember, not all doctors are overly knowledgeable about weight loss surgery and how long it actually takes us to lose the weight. So keep on losing and feeling good about yourself! :o)
   — Jennifer A.

August 12, 2002
Please don't let your Doc discourage you..it makes me sad he said 'is that all'..you are doing AWESOME!! You seem to be right on track..keep up the good work!!
   — Jennifer G.

August 12, 2002
To be frank, if he was much of a dr he wouldn't be working in a doc-in-the-box. Don't worry about it. You are doing super! You don't want to lose too much too fast or you will be a puddle of skin that doesn't know what to do with itself. LOL Wonder why that dr isn't working in a real practice? HMMMM maybe his patient interaction skills?
   — ctyst

August 12, 2002
You are doing great! I had mi surgery 4-4 2002 and i have lost 70,5 and i feel great. Good luck! Johanna from Iceland
   — Johanna S.

August 12, 2002
Honey, My SURGEON fusses about my weight loss. Sometimes, I think they would be much better off keeping their big mouth shut. It is a possibility that he was trying to motivate, but frankly that kind of motivation stinks. You are doing super, so keep up whatever you are doing because it is working well for ya.
   — Tina B.

August 12, 2002
The doctor sounds like an idiot. Every doctor I've went to since my surgery (surgeon, ENT, PCP and plastic surgeon) have all raved about my weight loss. I'm harder on myself then they are. The key thing to remember is a lot of people lose weight but if you check them again in 6 months, they've probably put it back on and then some. So how good is that??!!
   — Patty H.

August 13, 2002
Daphne - sounds to me like that doctor is secretly harboring resentment toward bariatric surgery (and not hiding it very well I might add). YOU know you are doing well, it sounds like you knew that before talking to that jerk. Don't doubt yourself and your success because of ANYONE'S comments...that includes misinformed, uninformed or biased medical personnel. Just because he is a doctor does not mean he is God! YOU GO GIRL! :) (((HUGS))) - Anna LAP RNY 7/3/02 -49lbs.
   — Anna L.

August 13, 2002
We had surgery the same day (3/5/02) and I've lost 85 lbs to date (started at 270) and my surgeon, my chiropractor and my PCP all think I'm doing beautifully. And I have to agree with them. Yes, it would be great to wake up tomorrow and be a size 6, but hey, I didn't wake up one day a size 24 either. Don't give the guy the satisfaction of getting to you. When in your life have you lost 80 lbs in 5 months? Congrats and just enjoy the ride! Kathy
   — Katy B.

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