Is This Normal??

[g25 1]

Im 4 weeks post op and have lots about 17 pounds and im stuck there. However, I've been getting really hungry the past few days, im not due for my adjustment until 2 more weeks. My concern is that I don't feel any restriction what so ever when I eat. I have been eating soft foods mainly in small quantities but Im afraid my band slipped since is am not getting as full as before or feel any restriction. I do get the feeling of fullness eventually and I stop eating. I haven't had no abdominal pain or any other problems, only mild heartburn occasionaly. Is this normal? How can I know my band is ok??

[jen_1381 446]

• If you haven't had a fill, you won't feel any restriction. Even after a few fills you may not. You most likely felt some restriction for the first week or two post-op because of swelling.
  
• Plateaus are completely normal (I have to keep reminding myself this!!) especially after such a durastic adjustment in your diet. Your body goes into conservation mode and also can adapt to your new eating style and exercise routine.
  
• From what I hear, if you have a band slippage you KNOW it. There is pain, and an intolerance to food and liquids.
  

My best advice is stick to your eating plan, measure and weigh everything you eat, and log all of your food. Stick to the plan, and eventually your body will realize it can start letting go of some of the weight. The first month or so is all about healing not losing (which is frustrating since you are so excited for your new band and want the weight to just fall off!! That was my hope anyways...)

If you're really concerned about your band, it never hurts to call your surgeons office. Better safe than sorry.

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[honk 780]

You won't get restriction until you get fills. In fact took me 6 months! Also the band is really meant to work with solid foods. At four weeks are you on solids yet?

[g25 1]

I did 3 days Clear Liquids then full liquid up to 2 wks post op, then mushies, and the past week I've been doing soft foods I should be introducing solids slowly up to week 6. I have been doing Protein Shakes also I noticed that if I dont take them am hungrier than when I take them.