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Hey all. I'm 18 days post surgery and I'm wondering if my body is just deciding it wants to hold on to every pound and not let go.

I lost 17 pounds pre-surgery and I have been fighting with the last 4, these last 17 days for a total of 21 lbs.

I've done everything right. Only fluids until day 10, then purees and I still have barely had solids. I work out every day and limit my eating to 800 calories MAX.

Is it just me? What am I doing wrong. I'm so frustrated. I know I'm not supposed to weigh myself every day, but I'm obsessed. Plus, I have not had a single feeling of tightness or vomiting. i feel like I have nothing on my stomach. Is it just too new? Have I just been overly cautious?? I dont know what to think.

My first fill is June 14th and I just cant wait to talk to the doctor.. I feel like they took my money and just stabbed me a little. It's heart wrenching.

My boyfriend and Mom keep telling me to be patient... when I least expect it, I'll be down lots and that my body is recouping from the surgery.

What do ya'all think?

Your opinions and answers are welcome.. I'm feeling pretty desperate. :w00t:

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I had my surgery 4/22 and did all the right things too but am actually up 2 pounds. My doctor wont fill me until 6/2 and told me to relax. So i called my cousin who had this done 10/08 and my friend that had this done 11/09 and they both told me that for the first two to three months I will feel nothing and be able to eat whatever....but to enjoy practicing the taking small bites and chewing because when i get the fill that takes me to my sweet spot i wont be able to eat much of anything....she said right now i just have a ring around my belly while i wait for the healing to continue and the swelling to go all the way down. I am frustrated too but my cousin lost all her weight starting with her 3rd fill and has not gained anything back since 2008 and my friend is down 60 pounds since 11/09 and still dropping.....we ...you and me...just have to wait til our turn to get that sweet spot feeling.....but i so feel your pain my friend.....

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