I got on the scale....

[jbarry0201902 2]

I gained 4 lbs since I was banded monday.... Could it be all the fluids and swelling? I'm barely able to get enough in?

Just wondering if this happened to anyone else?

Thanks

[juliansmom2003 3]

Hi there,

In the beginning, you will be up and down. You are right in that you took in a lot of fluids during surgery with the IV. You will definitely fluctuate in the beginning. I got on the scale quite a bit too and while you shouldn't worry about it in these first few weeks post-op, I know it's easier said than done. Just make sure you are telling yourself that it's not really about losing weight at this stage, but rather your body healing from the trauma of the surgery.

Hang in there! It's perfectly normal :-)!

[adagray 1]

In the pre-op class, they warned us that most people leave the hospital 10-20 pounds heavier because of all the fluids they pump into you. And, in my case, I was up 10 pounds. So, its very very common. I think my body hung onto that Water weight for about a week and then it just started dropping off like crazy. After that first week, I was losing about a pound a day until all that Water weight went away, then lost another 10 pounds fairly quickly. After that, my weightloss stalled until my first fill.

Try not to get too wrapped up in the scale, though. I know easier said than done. But, my surgeon and her team also made it clear that the first month is really just for healing and they said it didn't matter if I stayed the same or even gained because once I started getting fills, it would come off.

[scottwhite 0]

Had my surgery Monday as well and i was up about 5 pounds. I am now down about 2 pounds. I still feel very bloated and like you cant barely get any fluids in. I do but i feel full from the time i get up until the time i am back up all night long. I have read so many different experiences on here its hard to say what is the norm. Hang in there as your not alone!!!! By the way how is the pain?

[jbarry0201902 2]

Thanks.... I know I shouldn't weigh yet but I just wanted to see....

The pain is definately there.... Having gas oains in my left shoulder and neck... and my stomach area is pretty sore...I'm hoping it will start getting better. I don't have the disire to eat, but I know I have to get something in there so I'm doing the best I can.

How is your pain level?