Question:
Did anyone gain weight after almost 2 years of having an open distal

I had an open distal on May 1, 2002 and was 370lbs i as of today have been stuck at 232 lbs and actually have gained a few pounds back i was down to 221 and have gone up...i feel like such a failure with my wls...i can eat and alot of times don't feel full...i can no where eat any way like i use to but i don't get the full feeling alot...if anyone can give some advice please..i would appreciate it...i feel so depressed with how my weight loss has stopped..i need some pep talks gang.......has anyone gone or is going threw this also.....thanks....    — Deanna D. (posted on April 21, 2004)

April 21, 2004
Have you had your mechanics checked? Could you have a staple line disruption or other mechanical issue?
   — vitalady

April 21, 2004
Hi, First, you need to go and get checked out, to make sure nothing is wrong, but I have heard of some who have gained a few lbs back here and there, and I heard that can be normal, but I also heard that you can shrink your pouch again by going back to strictly protein, and liduids for a few weeks, so see if that helps ya out, if I again any in the long run, then that is what I am goin to do. Hope this helps ya out some, good luck to you!
   — Melodee S.

April 21, 2004
I swear I thought I wrote your post in MY sleep until I saw your name at the end of it!!!!! I have talked to quite a few people and it seems pretty common that many of us have a huge appetite just return out of nowhere. It is not easy to deal with. Im forcing myself back to basics as much as possible, tons of protein, 5 or 6 meals a day. Tons of liquids. avoid carbs. Support group, exercise during major craving times if possible. It is very scary for me. Sometimes I feel out of control. Recently I stepped on the scale and noticed that since chirstmas I have gained about 10 lbs...I was scared and in tears. The fears and pressures of that only made me want to turn to the comfort of food even more. Its a hard fight, but with the tool we have, it CAN be done....it's harder for some than others. Im praying for you.....hugs terri
   — cherokey55

April 21, 2004
I don't know if this will help but go to www.digitalhorsewoman.com and go to the "Pouch rules". Good Luck
   — Angel E.

April 21, 2004
With what you posted I would have your doctor check you out to see if your pouch is even working... this can be done by upper gi
   — star .

April 22, 2004
Hi Deanna: It's a drag having to worry about gaining and going back to trying to watch what you eat huh? Some post ops don't have that trouble but others of us do. I hope it helps to know you're not alone. I applaud you for not letting the gain get out of control. I stupidly thought I'd level out at some point and gained back 41 pounds before I got serious about putting a stop to it. Do get your machanics checked. Otherwise, welcome to the club. :-( Sherry
   — sherry hedgecock