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I’m about 5 and a half weeks post-op, and my period showed up about a week ago. I haven’t seen a period in roughly 3 years (very irregular). The issue is this: sweet/salty cravings have surfaced, I’ve gained 2 lbs during this week that my period has been on. I’ve had horrible pms symptoms, my flow has been super heavy 😩. Has anyone else experienced weight gain this early on? Please tell me that I haven’t messed anything up. It’s very discouraging to see the scale go up when I was losing just fine. At 1 month post-op I was down a little over 30 lbs total from my highest weight. I’m just hoping to see the numbers on the scale start to go down again. Especially after my period has gone off; should the weight I’ve gained go away? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Happy New Year 🎆!!

Lol...I guess when I was doing my research, I completely missed this information about the estrogen stores. My cycle has been very irregular for several years now. I have not had a true cycle since 2016. It would be no more than light spotting here and there. This has definitely thrown me for a loop. So glad I always keep feminine products on hand just in case. I’m ready for it to slow down so I can see the scale going down instead of up.

Oh yes, we’re right along with each other. This coming Tuesday will make 6 weeks for me. Today makes day 7 for me (2 light days and 5 heavy days and counting 🙁). Hoping it goes off soon. I usually weigh once a week on Tuesday’s, but if it hasn’t gone off by this Tuesday, I’ll hold off on weighing. I sure hope my loss will be substantial when it goes off. This has certainly put a damper on things. Did you have any cravings during your period? I’m glad you lost the water weight when your period went off. It does give me hope.

I’m hoping that’s the case for me. Years ago when my cycle was regular, I know I would gain at least 5 lbs during that time. So I’m hoping once it goes off, the weight gain will follow. Sending you lots of positive vibes as you navigate your way through the pre-op phase!!

I sure hope that’s what it is. I think I’ll hold off on weighing myself until it has gone off.