Not Losing, Feel Hopeless

No, Martha, I did not measure before surgery. My clothes are feeling somewhat looser but I haven't gone down a size or anything. How can you lose inches UNLESS you're losing weight in numbers? Thanks again. Maureen

Well, if I'd bother to have read all the topics, I wouldn't have started a new one about this. It sure helps to know I'm not the only one not losing like gangbusters!

Leslie, you're not alone. I just wonder if there ARE people who fail to lose after WLS. In all my research I haven't come across this issue, but I am certainly feeling like I will be the one to set the precedent. Can I ask, what was your weight on the day of your surgery and what have you lost thus far? What are you doing about your stall? Thanks. Maureen

Well, now you went and did it. You know Murphy is hanging right around the corner and the minute you make such a sad-sack statement you'll be embarrassed to come back here in a few days because you'll start losing again. Then you'll have to eat crow and post "well, I'm finally losing again." At least crow is low-carb. Take it from me - your whining sister! I had some crow for dinner about a week ago. It is kinda stringy. Seriously though - I know how you feel and I know how desperate a feeling it is. I can't say if I stalled for another 2 weeks I would be any less neurotic, so what I will say is that just understand that as time goes on we will both become less and less neurotic about these stalls. But I'm certain it will take time. Meanwhile, maybe all you really need is a good colon blow. Ever hear of Malitol? Dina

Dina, I don't embarrass easily and would be THRILLED to come back and post that I'm losing again. I am desperate to see those numbers go under 300 lbs. It's something I've wondered, thought, dreamed about for 18 years. I'd eat crow GUTS to see it happen. I DO feel desperate and alone in this, as if it's only happening to me. I know that's not a reasonable thought and, although I am saddened for the others who are going through this is well, the old adage is true: misery certainly loves company. Thanks to everyone who supported me in my pity-pot message. Best, Maureen By the way, what's a colon blow (I'm afraid to ask!) Malitol???

Girl dont feel bad. I think there are alot of us in the same boat. I havent lost in 9 days. We will get thru this. It happens and we will have to deal the best we can. Lets keep our fingers crossed and maybe tomorrow will be the break thru for us all. LaDonna -40and holding

Thanks LaDonna. I love your message and your positive attitude. I remember your earlier posts, you were so excited (and we for you) about how fast you were losing. It's strange to read that you've been stalled for 9 days. Maybe it's all relative, huh? Eventually, we all catch up to each other and we will all be jumping for joy for each other. I'll let you know when my stall ends, and ask that you please do the same, ok? Thanks again. Maureen