what if your band was removed several months ago? would...

[blackonynx 27]

Hello everyone, I've heard that you will lose slower once you convert to RNY from the band. Mine was removed several months ago and I really don't want to lose too fast b/c I only have around 50 lbs to lose. How was it for those of you that had RNY later in two steps or even in one step. Was the weight loss slower? Thanks~

[Notinks 91]

I had my band removed and converted to bypass a little over 4 months ago in one procedure. I would say my loss has been slower than some, but I think it is more due to my age than anything. I am averaging around 2 lbs per week overall.

[blackonynx 27]

Notinks, I'm no spring chicken which is one reason why I don't care to lose too fast, I have enough hanging skin as it is LOL. I can handle an average lose of 2-4 lbs per week, but not 10-12 per week. Thanks, that was my reason for asking.

[Golflady 19]

I had my band removed in April and got bypass Dec 15th. I have lost 21 pounds since then - 5 weeks. is slowing down know so I think it will be a pound or two a week for me - great progress in my book. Good Luck!!!

[blackonynx 27]

Thanks Golflady, That sounds like a good rate. Sounds like you're doing well. Keep going

[Heather_8.1.14 65]

Hey! Nice to see ya on the boards. My weight loss was actually pretty fast. I lost 45lbs in about 2 months. I'm about a week from being 6 months out and I've lost a total of 67lbs. I haven't lost any weight in about a month now so I think my body has finally hit its "sweet spot". When do you see your surgeon again next? I see mine next week to discuss what happens now and other things on my to do list