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Inexplicable rapid water retention - 7 months post-op

Okay... starting to get concerned. I am up nearly 5 lbs this week despite eating no more - and usually less - than 1100 cal a day. I suspect it's nearly all water weight because mathematically fat gain just doesn't make sense. My carb intake is minimal, but I do eat veggies and some fruit. Mostly still getting 80 grams of protein a day, if not more. I've really only been doing cardio at the gym recently, no hardcore muscle building. My period finished maybe a week and a half ago so it's not related to my cycle. I usually gain 1 lb a week before my period. My hunger perception is way up too. Back to feeling like I used to feel pre-op (low blood sugar feeling when hungry). In short, I'm in hell. And, naturally, my GP and surgeon's office were totally empty today so no one will see me until next week. I just keep ballooning and feeling more and more defeated. Anyone else experience this??

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Could it maybe be sodium intake is up? Also, I used to get super bloated after my oeriod like that before I had my lady parts removed.

It wouldn't shock me if it was just hormones or sodium.

Still sucks tho and I get it. Im up 3 for no reason as well..and its day 3 of the 3 day bloat.

Are you noticing swollen ankles or legs? Just wondering if it might be something else unrelated to the surgery.

I am also 7 months post op and notice water retention with hands and feet swelling so I cut back on salt, but still dealing with swelling.

Call the surgeon. Could be something problematic. Be sure - call and see what they say.

Call the surgeon. Could be something problematic. Be sure - call and see what they say.

I completely agree. Good advice.

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My sodium intake has been minimal actually. And my ankles are pretty swollen. I'm doing blood work on Monday and seeing my doctor on tuesday. Thanks for your replies!

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