Question:
I am trying to find some people who had surgery at 301lbs and is around 5'5

I had my surgery on feb 6, 2003 and lost 65lbs. I want to know if this is average. I am starting to feel less full and I am eating more please help    — Sharon V. (posted on May 28, 2003)

May 28, 2003
Hi Sharon, I had my RNY on July 18th, 2002 and my pre-op weight was 302 lbs and I'm 5'5". To date I've lost 132 lbs. I have noticed that as the months have progressed I have been eating alittle more, but my surgeon said that is normal and my pouch will stretch, I can eat between 4-5 ounces of food at a sitting and I typically eat 4 times a day. I don't ever really "feel" hungry but sometimes when I get stressed or frustrated or bored I think I'm hungry but I will go for a walk or find something to occupy myself. I hope this helps. Kristie :)
   — Kristie D.

May 28, 2003
I'm 5'6", 300lbs and a size 26. I'm now 160lbs after my PS on March 31st and a size 8. Take a look at my profile if you want to see pics. I think I remember being down right around 70lbs at about 4 months post op. I think your right on track. I also remember being able to start eating a little more. Just make sure that what your eating is protien to keep you fuller longer. I was never one of those people who had to force myself to eat. I was always hungry except for rare instances where nothing sounded good. Don't worry, your doing fine and its normal to get some appetite back. Just don't graze!
   — Kris T.

May 28, 2003
Hi Sharon! I am only 6 weeks post op, but I started at 292 and I am 5'5' too. According to my home scale, I now weigh around 260. Your loss sounds about right to me, although I stupidly thought the weight would just melt off so much faster. Congratulations on your loss so far!
   — Jessica C.

May 28, 2003
hello! my surgery was feb 20, 2003. my weight when i left the hospital was 299.7. i was one of those who gained weight while lying there eating nothing. go figure! i am down 57 lbs and i do eat more than i use to. i only get hungry sometimes and try to use good sense when that happens. i still get full quickly and eat protein first. i drink a protein shake every morning for breakfast. i have finally realized that like everyone has said this is just a tool and i still have to watch what i eat. bummer since nothing really tastes good anyway! still it is the best thing i ever did for myself. good job on your weight loss. i guess we all think the worst when we are worrying about getting to goal. good luck to all of us!
   — Priscilla A.

May 28, 2003
Hi, My surgery was on Jan 27th. this year and i have lost about 70# and am almost the same weight and height as you so, as for being on track with your loss, I believe you are doing just great and you are on track so keep up the good work!
   — Melodee S.

May 28, 2003
I was 320 and 5'5". It has been about 10 months, and I have lost 147 lbs. I have gone from a 32 to a 14 bottom and 12 top. Do I have loose skin and flappy arms? YES!!! But I am much healthier and happier. Keep up the good work, you are doing great.
   — Betsy B.

May 28, 2003
Hi, I had my open RNY on 7/25/02. I started at 335, but I'm also 5'5". I've lost 155 pounds, and am wearing loose 14's and the occasional 12. I think I have about 30 pounds to go, but if I don't take all of them off, I have no complaints. My appetite has certainly expanded, as I assume my pouch has, but I can't eat anywhere even close to what I did before. I get full quickly, and have learned to listen to my body tell me when I've had enough. You're off to a good start--keep up the great work!
   — AmyL

May 29, 2003
Hi there! I had surgery on Feb 27, 03 and so far have lost 61 pounds and 4 sizes. We are almost twins!! I agree with you about the eating more, but only with certain things, denser foods still fill me up quicker and longer.
   — Nicole L.