Question:
lost 130lbs in 4mths,is this common

pre op 420lbs today 290, my info says 50-90lbs in 6 months    — tony N. (posted on September 22, 2002)

September 22, 2002
Tony - I am not that far out yet. Only 9 weeks...but I am 83 pounds lighter than my starting weight of 427. I could really see myself at 297 by 11/17 as that is only 47 pounds away...JR (open RNY 07/17 -83 pounds)
   — John Rushton

September 22, 2002
I went from 426lbs during my pre op on 7/18/02 to 336lbs last Wednesday. It depends on you, how well you follow the program, and how much you have to lose. Good luck on your journey.
   — Lawrence R.

September 22, 2002
I started out at 350 and lost 106 pounds by my 4 month anniversary. I was worried about it also but the doctor said it was ok. You started out with a higher BMI than I did so I'm sure you're doing fine. Enjoy the new you! - Mike
   — Michael N.

September 24, 2002
I hear the heavier you are the faster you will lose. I started as a "lightweight" at 253 lbs and had lost a little over 100 lbs by month 4, then it slowed down some around month 6-7. I am now down by 135 lbs and holding and am 10 months out. I think you are doing wonderful, just don't get discouraged when it slows down because it will come off just more slowly:)
   — Lynda T.