only lost 10 lbs. had surgery 5 weeks ago

[liz123 0]

:bored:I just had surgery 5 weeks ago and have only lost 10 lbs. what am I doing wrong?

[kossde 6]

Lucky you :tongue2: I actually gained weight immediately after my surgery.

Have you had any fills yet? It took me two fills to start losing weight and three fills to REALLY start. I was banded in April and have lost 100 lbs so far. Don't worry It'll start coming off.

[Kriszilla 0]

The fact that you're losing weight is great on its own. Some people actually gain a bit before they get their first fill, according to my surgeon.

Just try to keep it healthy and don't get discouraged!

[laurigee 545]

You should not be asking what your doing wrong, you should be telling everyone what your doing right. Like others have said, right after surgery alot of people don't lose. It sometimes takes several fills to start losing regularly. Did your surgeon tell you that the recommended and typical weight loss per week is between 1 and 2lbs? It sounds like you are right on track, if not ahead of the game. Remember, it's not gastric bypass, it is much slower, but you will get to the same place in the end. Be patient. If you are following the band rules, and exercising regularly, your body will follow. Good Luck and Congratulations at your success.

[Joypacificalove 0]

Thanks for this post-I was banded on dec 1st- I was worried because I got on the scale today and it was only down 2 pounds-hey How do you ad the ticker to your post?I found it and know how to copy paste it I just don't know what to do withit when I get it-where do I paste it? Thanks-Michelle:wink_smile:

[laurigee 545]

Michelle...You paste it in your signature