Question:
At what month did your weight stabilize?

I've heard different time frames for the "window of opportunity". I am currently 16 months post op, and have not lost in 2 months. Is my "window" officially closed? Has anyone out there lost after 16 months? (I have about 15 more pounds to go) Thanks    — [Anonymous] (posted on November 13, 2001)

November 13, 2001
I stabilized early...at month 13....30lbs. from my goal...and no matter how hard I try, I can't get to my goal. I can lose 5lbs...but that's all.
   — [Anonymous]

November 13, 2001
presently I am 17 months post-op. I have been steady at my current weight, 45 pounds from goal, for almost five months now(so, about the 12th month), after a loss of 150 pounds. I really do think it depends on your body, and any past weight you have stayed at for a while.
   — twenc

November 13, 2001
I lost 143 pounds in the first 18 months, then my weight stablized and stayed the same for about 5 months. I lost another 1 pound the following month, then 2 more pounds this month. So, at 2 years post-op, my weight is staying stable and actually dropping a bit below my former low weight. My weight loss chart is at the following URL: http://www.duodenalswitch.com/Patients/MelanieM/MelanieWLChart.jpg
   — mmagruder

November 13, 2001
I thought I had stopped losing weight at 16 months, however, I dropped another 15 by the 19th month.. I have stabilized now and have remained at goal for the last 3 months.. I would like to lose another 10 pounds, but don't think that will happen either.. I'm technically at my goal weight so I am VERY HAPPY.. My PCP started me on injection hormone replacement now that I am so thin and no longer have the weight on my bones to prevent osteoporosis.. And since the injections started I have regained 3 pounds.. He said to expect 5 pounds or so.. So even if I settle in at 145 pounds I will still be ok for my height and VERY well satisfied.. I have heard that those that loose very fast initially the window closes sooner.. likewise those that lose slowly lose weight longer... Don't know if that is accurate just what I have observed.. Visit my profile for more information..
   — Victoria B.

November 13, 2001
I've lost 167 in 18 months. I still would like to lose another 15-20, although I am under my surgeon's goal for me by 12 pounds. I know I can do it, but it's going to take exercise and effort. That's my new year's resolution! Even if I don't lose anymore, I'm down from a 5X to a M in pants and shirts for the first time in my adult life.
   — [Deactivated Member]

November 13, 2001
I actually stabilized at during the 11th month. I fluctuated 10 pounds in three weeks (5 down, 5 up, then back down again). I stayed there for three months. Then in October, I was in the hospital and didn't eat much at all. I lost 5 pounds then and have kept that off. Even we can lose if we starve ourselves! Interestingly, when I lost that 5 pounds, I begin to say, "ekk, I look too thin". I think my body has stopped because it is it ITS goal. Can't fight city hall!
   — Jeannet