Question:
Has anyone had their weight hit a plateau after 2 years or more post op?

I had VGB surgery 2yrs ago and no matter what I do, the weight stays the same. I am looking into getting a revision to the RNY. I have BCBS of Colo. Can anyone give me some suggestions if I am doing the right thing by getting a revision? Also is BCBS hard to get it approved?    — janet J. (posted on November 21, 2001)

November 21, 2001
I'm almost 2 years post-op coming up December 8th.. I have been at 140 pounds since 18 months post-op and don't expect to lose any more weight, matter of fact I bounce 140-145 weekly :) Everyone's window is different. some stop at 12 months, some 18 months, few at 24 months, but I would say most at 18 months is the normal. And to be honest from my 12th month post-op..I just knew my window was approaching, as my rapid weight loss had slowed from 6 pounds a week to 6 pounds a month approx....What your experiencing may not be a plateau but more like your window of opportunity has closed. As far as a revision goes you didn't say how far from your goal weight or target weight you are so hard for me to answer that part, although on BC/BS if the revision is deemed a medical necessity seem to approve quite well... Please feel free to write me anytime if I can help further..
   — Victoria B.

April 13, 2003
I am 2 1/2 years post op and have been on the plateau so long that I forgot what losing the weight is like... I dont feel bad because Im not losing any more weight but it would be nice...I have lost 200 pounds and still want to lose another 20 or 30 pounds...I dont exercise because of chronic back pain but feel it will help with plateau problems...also I think I need to drink more protein shakes and be perfectly good in taking my vitamins everyday...and stop snacking so much in between meals... the only thing I can figure out as to why we hit these plateaus is that our bodies get used to what we are eating now and the only way to fix it is to rev up the metabolism... ok I preached it...the hard part will be practicing what I preach...that is where I need the help...any advice??
   — Jessica M.