Question:
Why haven't I lost weight in the past week?
I was losing 2-3 pounds per day for the first two weeks post-op and then it just stopped! I haven't lost even .5 lb. in the last 5 days. What's going on? I thought this was supposed to be the "honeymoon" period? Help? — Soobie (posted on June 9, 2003)
June 9, 2003
You've probably hit a small plateau. I did the same at 3 weeks post-op.
Make sure you are following your doctor's orders and drinking all your
fluids. It will come off! I was weighing myself almost every day and
believe me nothing will depress you more. Try weighing in once a month, it
will be worth your effort. Good luck to you!
— Terrie R.
June 9, 2003
as with all honeymoons, perfection is hard to acheive. However that
doesn't mean the marraige is over. Hang tough, these things happen on and
off while you lose.
— [Deactivated Member]
June 9, 2003
It is perfectly normal to hit a plateua at about 3-4 weeks after surgery.
Your body is adjusting to all the changes and is taking a much needed
breather to catch up. The weigtloss will start again soon, so just stick to
your gameplan. Your doing GREAT!!
— dkinson
June 9, 2003
Susan, you have a long road ahead of you, and you will have times when you
lose, when you do not lose for days and weeks and days when you have gained
a few pounds. Do not compare your loss to others or you will go nuts and
do not expect to lose daily or even weekly. If you can't do this without
getting depressed, then stay off the scale. As I tell other new post-ops,
relax, stick to the pouch rules and enjoy the ride..this is the easy part!
— Cindy R.
June 9, 2003
All I can say is DRINK A LOT OF WATER....
— mary ellen G.
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