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I'm 9 days post op and I've already lost 18 lbs. Is this too quick? I weighed 235 and now weigh 217.

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Totally normal. I lost about the same and my starting weight was quite similar. 4 months out I am loosing about 2 lbs per week.

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Yes, you lose fast at first. After 2 - 4 weeks, you may hit a stall for up to a week. After about the first month or six weeks you will lose about 2 - 2 1/2 pounds per week. All totally normal.

You should make sure that you are getting whatever Protein intake your NUT recommended. For many people it's around 80 grams per day. Also make sure that you drink plenty of Water, and focus on getting in a good bit of exercise.

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Congrats!!! My starting weight will be around the same so this is very encouraging!! How was your recovery? What is your diet like now?

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Thank you The first night was difficult cause I couldn't take the morphine and I couldn't drink anything. But if your ok with the morphine then you'll be ok. Diet right.now is full liquids Protein Shakes cream Soups lots of Water. Its easy just be strong and ignore the head hunger remind yourself it's all in your head but otherwise you will see the weight.come off and you will find yourself smiling in the mirror Good Luck!! Keep me posted.: )

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