Minimal Preop Diet Weight Loss - Is that normal?

[buddy567 5]

I have been on the preop diet now for 9 days and have only lost 4lbs, I keep reading that most people have lost 10-15lbs. I have not cheated. Has anyone else experienced this? Now I wonder if the band will even work for me.........

Feeling discouraged.

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi Sarah, you're doing great -- don't worry about any one else but YOU! The pre-op diet has a lot to do with Water weight and you'll probably drop a few suddenly. But if not, don't worry! And the band has nothing to do with whatever we do pre-op -- it's designed to help shrink the liver prior to surgery. The band will help dim your appetite but it may take filling to gett here, so be prepared for a couple of months of adjustments. You are going to do great!

[gowalking 10,790]

I have been on the preop diet now for 9 days and have only lost 4lbs, I keep reading that most people have lost 10-15lbs. I have not cheated. Has anyone else experienced this? Now I wonder if the band will even work for me.........

Feeling discouraged.

Do not, I repeat, do not compare yourself with anyone else be it pre-op or post-op weight loss. This is your journey and no one else's. Come to this site for support and advice but not comparisons. Otherwise, you are setting yourself up for potential disappointment. Good luck, follow your doctor's protocol and enjoy the changes to follow.

[Leepers 1,195]

I only lost 7 on my preop diet. Don't worry you'll be fine.

[terrydumont46 1,954]

i was so disgusted with myself with my preop weight loss. i was supposed to lose 5% of my wt. so i started as i was directed a carb free diet almost 4 mos pre op. i lost a grand total of 12lbs. it was the hardest wt. loss i ever faced. i kept yelling at myself that if i could diet and lose wt. i wouldn't need the wls. i must of did pretty well liver wise because most of my hardware is on the right side. and the abd. ultra sound i just had showed no abnormalities with any of my organs. i suppose that would be a nsv. good luck and best wishes as you go forward. and everyone is correct, do not judge yourself on what other ppl do. eat healthy, exercise and you can't ask more of yourself.

[catfish87 3,471]

I have been on the preop diet now for 9 days and have only lost 4lbs, I keep reading that most people have lost 10-15lbs. I have not cheated. Has anyone else experienced this? Now I wonder if the band will even work for me.........

Feeling discouraged.

Another reason not to compare your loss to everyone else's is that there is such a wide range of pre-op diets. Some, such as mine, was Clear liquids ( no calories ) for 7 days. Others you'll hear having some sort of shakes, some one MEAL, some just low calorie.

Some range from a couple of days....to a few weeks. You say you have not cheated....so you followed your instructions. What else could you possibly do? It'll be fine!

[MandaMom23 684]

As the others have stated, you can't compare yourself to anyone! As long as you're following the rules your surgeon gave you, you're doing great!!!!

Good luck!

[jammiebp 20]

My Dr not require me to do pre-op diet. He said that you don't lose enough to really make a difference, plus its to help reduce a fatty liver.

[Rojasanoll 920]

My doctor wanted me to lose 10-12 pounds prior to the band. He took a percentage of my weight to determine how much. I went on a massive diet of lots of veggies (oil/vinegar) liquid Protein, lowfat greek yogurt and lost 34 pounds prior to surgery.

I have no problem losing weight, just keeping it off was my problem. The band does help.

Best wishes and Keep the Faith.

[ChicagoRose 650]

It's true that the purpose of the pre-op is to drop you 10-15 lbs but results are NOT typical. I did lose 13 myself but it was by the last day. Your body is still adjusting. If you are being honest as I'm sure you are about not cheating, then even if your weight isn't dropping, your body internally is still prepping for your new life. Don't use this as any indication of your future success. You can do this! Good luck!