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I'm about 3 1/2 weeks post op and have slowly started introducing soft foods back into my diet the past few days. Is it normal to actually gain weight during this period? I've gained 3 pounds in about 4 days since introducing more food. Does this eventually even out? Just want to hear from others who may have experienced this. I was doing so well with the weight loss (43 pounds in 2 months) but it has completly stopped now. I admit I could be walking more and definetly drinking more Water.< /p>

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i had the same problem i went from liquids to soft foods and gained 2.5 lbs i was so upset when i went to the doctors for my 2 week appointments i was almost in tears because i had gained he told me that it was normal and that (TMI) because i was on liquids for so long that my bowls were empty (you are filling them back up) and you have less Water in you because you get water from food too i wasn't gaining fat that my body was adjusting that was the best answer he was so nice and that week i lost the 2.5lbs plus 3 more so don't worry.

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I have noticed that my apetite is comming back as well I had my surgery on 6/5/09 is that normal?

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Thanks! I really needed the reassurance. I'm at the point where you just about start to go crazy cause weight loss is slow and you aren't eating anything! And trust me, I'm the queen of TMI sometimes, so nothing bothers me! :(

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I saw my surgeon last Thursday, 2 weeks post-op. He told me I might stop loosing weight, and also I might even gain some, and that it is normal as I start introducing foods into my diet. Luckily I haven't gained any, but I am not loosing either right now.

I also had surgery on the 5th and I do get hungry right now. It is taking a lot of self control. Drinking plenty of Water has helped me, and also having a protien shake or a glass of milk, or some cheese between meals helps. My surgeon ok'd this though. Hopefully after I get a fill I won't be as hungry.

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