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I'm 15 months out. I dropped 80lbs as a result of surgery. This week, I've gained 4 lbs. I'm terrified. Suddenly, I am able to eat much more than I have previously (e.g. A small chicken breast, green Beans, and a bite or two of potatoes). I have no idea what to attribute this to other than sharing a small Sprite with my husband last week. I never drink carbonation, and only did because it was the only thing in the car. Foolish, I know. Painful, too. I will just do without next time. Back to unsweetened tea, Water, and coffee! Question: Have I stretched my stomach out permanently? I'm very worried this is the beginning of a huge regain. I'm starting a liquid fast today to try to circumvent what's happening. Advice, please!!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thank you. Your response is very sensible, and specific. I weigh daily, same place, same time, same conditions. It was a sudden spike (which has remained for days) but I had not considered how many calories I would have had to ingest to actually gain that much weight. I will give it time while being more mindful of what I am eating. I knew carbonated drinks were off limits. That really isn't a struggle for me. I don't care for them. But I read a post that talked about carbonation irrevocably stretching the tummy. It worried me. I appreciate your response. Thank you! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App