5-weeks Post-Op and not really losing

[Jonna 4]

I am 5-weeks Post-op today and I really haven't lost but about 5lbs, I am watching what I eat and my calorie intake. I go back August 17th for my first fill and so afraid they will be upset with me not losing anymore than I have. I did start exercising about 2-weeks ago, going to the gym 4x per week. Is this normal not to lose a whole lot of weight until you get a fill? I have no problem eating just about anything, but do notice I can't eat as much as I used too.

[bashy611 8]

I'm about 4 weeks post op and have the same questions as you! I've lost 8 lbs so far but since we are eating some much less and so much healthier; I wonder why it is not more. I am interested to see what the veterns reply! I just started exercising this week. My first fill is Aug 15. Wishing you much success!

[aliciab 8]

I think its unrealistic to think that you will lose very much weight without restriction. I think its the downfall of a lot of mindsets on here. Wait until your band starts being filled before you worry. If you have good surgeons they will go over what you should be doing and working on the future not beating you up about the past.

[broomt 1]

I have lost 12 pounds since being banded. I had my first fill yesterday, I had lost 5 pounds since my post op visit. The doctor said any loss at this point is great because it is mostly will power since there is no restriction. I got 2cc in my band and was told I will get another 2cc's in a month. He said that I probably won't feel any restriction until I am at 4 or 5cc's. Just hang in there I hear it gets easier.

[Sailor59 0]

I am only 1 week post op but I have lost 9 lbs since surgery and a total of 32 lbs since starting the liquid diet. I guess it just varies from person to person. I did get the plication with the band so I hope to lose weight at a more rapid pace.

[Jonna 4]

Thanks everyone! I guess I should clarify, since I've been on solid foods I've only lost 2lbs. In reality since the liquid diet and surgery I've lost over 20lbs. I was just hoping once the solid foods came in the picture I would still be losing more weight. Guess that's probably asking for too much.

[highland 168]

I am 5-weeks Post-op today and I really haven't lost but about 5lbs, I am watching what I eat and my calorie intake. I go back August 17th for my first fill and so afraid they will be upset with me not losing anymore than I have. I did start exercising about 2-weeks ago, going to the gym 4x per week. Is this normal not to lose a whole lot of weight until you get a fill? I have no problem eating just about anything, but do notice I can't eat as much as I used too.

I went in today for my 6 wk. visit. I was very upset that I had only lost 4 lbs in the 4 weeks since my last visit. My surgeon sat and held my hands because I was boo hooing! He reminded me that he told me to expect a 1 - 2lb weight loss per week. After he so caringly calmed me down I had my first fill. He reminded me to never ever be afraid to come in because of a low weight loss, he said it was his job to make sure I do lose weight, as long as I do my part, which I AM COMPLETELY! I couldn't be happier with my choice of surgeons. He does all the fills and appointments, and truly seems to care about his patients.