Question:
I had my RNY on December 5, 2000 and lost 33 lbs quickly, But I haven't lost

ANY weight in 3 weeks now. I'm getting very depressed and could use some advice :-( Thanks    — Marion B. (posted on February 5, 2001)

February 5, 2001
Marion: My entire 100# weight loss has happened similarly -- losing weight, plateauing for 3 to 4 weeks, losing again, plateauing. Don't worry, your body is catching up and the skin is shrinking. Take your measurements so you will see you are still losing even though your body is trying desperately to hang on to the weight, thinking you are starving it to death. The weight will drop, just work the program. Best wishes.
   — Cindy H.

February 5, 2001
Marion, I had my open RNY on 12/4/00. I went to my surgeon for a check up on Friday, and mentioned to him that I've plateaued for about 3 weeks now. He said that's very normal, and to just stay away from the scale for awhile and continue to make sure I get in my protein, water, vitamins, and daily walks. He was right---this morning I got up and lost 3 lbs! If you feel that you're doing everything right, then just step away from the scale and don't wig out about it. It will come in time. Good luck and hang tough!!
   — Susan S.

February 5, 2001
STAY OFF THE SCALES.... I also platue for 3 weeks at a time but I am down 55 lbs in 3 months ..and thats not to shabby seems everytime i lose a little I platue for a couple three weeks and near my period I even gain back 4-5 lbs and then slowly drop that during that week and drop another couple after ...who knows its strange so stay off that scale is the best advice anyone can give you weigh once a month Kathy
   — Kathleen M.