I know everyone is different; however, about how long do you start losing weight after surgery? I gained weight post op and I can only assume it is the gas and fluids they pumped into me. Any idea? Thanks!

I had LRNY on Tuesday, gained 3lbs while in the hospital and have lost all but .4 of those three pounds as of this morning.

I would say it might take a week maybe for the gases and fluids from the IV to flush out.

Make sure you walk several times a day that will help,with releasing the gas.

Make sure you get in your fluids in the way of water that will help flush out the extra IV fluids.

If you are really concerned about this you can always call the surgeon's office to question them. That's what they are there for.

Take care of yourself and congrats on having your surgery.

I would say it might take a week maybe for the gases and fluids from the IV to flush out.<br> Make sure you walk several times a day that will help,with releasing the gas.<br> Make sure you get in your fluids in the way of water that will help flush out the extra IV fluids.<br> If you are really concerned about this you can always call the surgeon's office to question them. That's what they are there for.<br> Take care of yourself and congrats on having your surgery.

How much water were you able to get in the first few days after your surgery? Yesterday I only got in about 40oz total including my water, and shakes. I feel like I should be getting more in.

Edited July 12, 201412 yr by Angel❤️

I agree with the above statements once you walk and take in your fluids the gas and fluids will come out and you will start loosing weight. Congrats and welcome to the losers bench it is so worth it. I am 7 weeks out and I am loving life.

I lost in the hospital. At my one week appointment I was down 15 lbs. They said that was a lot for one week though. Definitely not a standard amount.

I gained 22 lbs. in the hospital after my RNY ! It took like 2-3 weeks to loose it. I just had major plastic surgery 2 weeks ago and gained 16lbs. I have lost all but 3 lbs. so don't get worried! It's just fluid and gas they pump into you during surgery! It will go away!

Thank you for reassuring me this is normal! Angel yesterday I was able to drink 44 oz of fluids, and got 54 grams of protein. I am trying to do a little more each day. I am glad to be on the losing side and win this battle. I just want to be successful! Thank you for your encouragement and support!