Mel_74

I don't know if it's a problem but I have the bruises as well. I had them occasionally before the surgery, often when I was really stressed. I thought it was something to do with iron but way before even considering the surgery my doctor investigated possible causes and got no answer. So, I really don't know why the bruises appear - and disappear - but I wanted to let you know that it happens to other people! If you get an answer please let me know!

Nearly 5 months post op and also panicking with hair loss; in the morning my bed is full of hair. I was told to increase the amount of Zinc I take but to be honest I see no difference. I take my protein but now my uric acid seems to be too big (excess protein?) Does anyone know how long this hair loss take? I know we are all different but I was just wondering how it was for you. Thanks!

Hi everyone! I'm 7 weeks post gastric bypass and for the past couple of weeks the weight has remained the same. I'm exercising, having the Protein supplements and trying to eat most of what was asked of me. Now I started to feel hungry again - but not much - so I no longer need to set alarm reminders to eat. I've read other posts saying that those weight loss plateaus are expected however I seem to be doing things that other people were not doing... In summary, I am panicking a bit thinking that this will not work for me and that I am always going to be overweight. I've dropped 17kg (37 pounds) so far. Please let me know if you've been through this as well. Any suggestions? Thank you!

@@fedup08 I really understand your feelings. It's a lot to deal with and I think the first weeks impressive weight loss turns into deception afterwards. But thinking about it, it would be really unhealthy to drop all the weight we need to that quickly. I don't want to sound patronising but YOU ARE NOT A FAILURE! You are just - as I am - at the beginning of a live changing process and still learning as you go along! I'm at the gym now; putting my fears aside and getting ready to try a much more demanding class. I have to start somewhere, right? I hope you have a great day - I could go for a great week but now I take one day at a time! So, today is going to be great! xx

Thank you for your words; they mean a lot! It is great to not feel alone in this journey! xx

Thank you for your comments. Day of surgery I was 260 pounds and goal weight set by the doctor is 143 pounds; so I've lost 37 out of 117; there is 80 to go. The amount of Protein I take every day depends on how much I exercise. If it is a day I push myself I take 30g of protein more than the 'normal diet' supplement prescribed. I found out that by having Protein drinks while exercising I can do more and don't feel dizzy. When it comes to food quantities I'm never sure if I am going to be able to eat everything that is carefully measured and added to my plate. Sometimes I eat fine and find that I could even eat a little more if I wanted to, other times I cannot eat more than two or three spoons. So, as you said it is early days and I suppose my body is still adapting to its new metabolism. Well, I am just adapting to my new metabolism! It's just that after so many years of dieting and trying everything to lose weight and not getting anywhere it's my natural response to panic a bit when I hit a plateau! But I am feeling much better after reading your comments so once again, thank you ever so much!!! You are stars!!!

There are so many different kinds of therapists...you need to explore to find which kind suits you best (CBT, Transactional Analysis, Psychoanalysis, among others). I'm afraid there is no formula and it's rare to get it right on the first attempt. Just don't give it up and eventually you will find what is right for you. I believe the same applies to exercising - there will be something that feels right. I understand not being able to get out of bed; but the more you stay in bed the worse you will feel. Take small steps, find things that interest you, make plans and try to commit to them. I'm not saying it's easy - I know very well how hard it is! - but it's doable. I think sharing with us was already a great first step! Please let me know if I can help.