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Hello Everyone,

Had my post-op visit (first one) yesterday 9 days post-op. Surgery for RNY was December 10th. I was told I lost on my 14 day liver shrinking diet 10 lbs more pounds but my weight was at 254 today, I was so upset! That is like two pounds more than my last weigh in at the doctor's office! The doctor told me not to be alarmed that I was still swollen from the surgery and my legs were swollen as well and he was not concerned about it! It still bothered me, My scales showed a total of 248 but either way, I got home and programmed my scales to theirs and I have another follow-up appointment for January 8th. My rings are loose as well as my clothing feels looser so I truly believe I am and I say, I am on the losing side but got a bit discouraged when I am doing exactly what they have instructed on the full liquid diet! Merry Christmas to me because on Christmas day, I advance to the pureed stage of my diet! WoooooHoooo! Anyone else have this happen to them post-surgery and if so what was your response as well to the news?

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I just had my surgery yesterday dec 18th but late like 8pm I guess I get purées for Christmas too? 😌 idk much about it all but in response to your post I feel that all scales are different and show different weight, if you get a smart scale and just have it record your weight u will be able to see the weight loss and that is the main focus don’t be discouraged if your clothes are fitting lose and you are feeling better focus on that. Congrats and Happy Holidays!

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27 minutes ago, izzybear420 said:

I just had my surgery yesterday dec 18th but late like 8pm I guess I get purées for Christmas too? 😌 idk much about it all but in response to your post I feel that all scales are different and show different weight, if you get a smart scale and just have it record your weight u will be able to see the weight loss and that is the main focus don’t be discouraged if your clothes are fitting lose and you are feeling better focus on that. Congrats and Happy Holidays!

Thank you so much @izzybear420, I felt the same way and Happy Holidays to you as well!

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I'm actually going through the same thing as well. My doctor's scale is showing that at 4 weeks postop I'm just 2 pounds down when I have actually lost 11. My doctor told me that his scale has other components added in that he assesses so to keep going by what my scale says in the morning when I weigh. He noticed the difference anyway especially in my face 😊 that made me feel really good. Keep following your plan and all shall be well.

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@LadyVS, thank you so much! That makes me feel so much better! Happy Holidays to you!

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You are most likely losing inches that just haven’t showed up as pounds yet. Maybe consider measuring yourself once per week?

Follow the instructions lan and your weight will drop. Guaranteed.

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3 minutes ago, Quinnmedicinewoman52 said:

@LadyVS, thank you so much! That makes me feel so much better! Happy Holidays to you!

You're welcome and same to you.

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It can take weeks for the swelling and air to release from your body....

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9 hours ago, Quinnmedicinewoman52 said:

Hello Everyone,

Had my post-op visit (first one) yesterday 9 days post-op. Surgery for RNY was December 10th. I was told I lost on my 14 day liver shrinking diet 10 lbs more pounds but my weight was at 254 today, I was so upset! That is like two pounds more than my last weigh in at the doctor's office! The doctor told me not to be alarmed that I was still swollen from the surgery and my legs were swollen as well and he was not concerned about it! It still bothered me, My scales showed a total of 248 but either way, I got home and programmed my scales to theirs and I have another follow-up appointment for January 8th. My rings are loose as well as my clothing feels looser so I truly believe I am and I say, I am on the losing side but got a bit discouraged when I am doing exactly what they have instructed on the full liquid diet! Merry Christmas to me because on Christmas day, I advance to the pureed stage of my diet! WoooooHoooo! Anyone else have this happen to them post-surgery and if so what was your response as well to the news?

I think this is fairly common. My surgeon told me don’t actually weigh until I see him at my post op. 🤣🤣 I was sleeved on 12/11 and my post op is 12/23. Unfortunately I’m hard headed and I did it anyway. I’m down to 245 my beginning was 265. 😩 I was mildly disappointed at first but then when I actually thought about it, any loss is a good loss.

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4 hours ago, RaeSavage said:

I think this is fairly common. My surgeon told me don’t actually weigh until I see him at my post op. 🤣🤣 I was sleeved on 12/11 and my post op is 12/23. Unfortunately I’m hard headed and I did it anyway. I’m down to 245 my beginning was 265. 😩 I was mildly disappointed at first but then when I actually thought about it, any loss is a good loss.

@RaeSavage, you are right any loss is a good loss! Yes, just reading the prior post from prior surgeries they said just that as well but inquiring minds like you and I want to know! Lolol Merry Christmas!

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7 hours ago, Superman84 said:

It can take weeks for the swelling and air to release from your body....

@Superman84, thank you so much! I am feeling much better about it because I can feel the weight loss in the way my clothing fits and my rings! #MerryChristmas!

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12 hours ago, Losingit2018 said:

You are most likely losing inches that just haven’t showed up as pounds yet. Maybe consider measuring yourself once per week?

Follow the instructions lan and your weight will drop. Guaranteed.

@Losingit2018, yes, I think so too, inches equal pounds in the long run! #MerryChristmas

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TONS of us appear to *gain* after surgery. Its common and totally is a source of frustration. Luckily the goal is to lose fat not just weight.

🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 *Eyes on the Prize* 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

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Hi-

Like others said, totally normal! I know I "gained" 10 pounds after my surgery.

I actually have very similar starting weight and height stats as you @Quinnmedicinewoman52 . I am now six months out and I am down 100+ pounds. Just hang in there, work your Doctor's plan, and keep the faith. Good things are coming your way. Looking forward to hearing about all your many victories to come!

(Congrats on being on the other side of surgery, too!) :)

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I had my surgery on 12/12 and I refused for them to tell me my weight on their scale because I use mine at home and I wanted it to be consistent. After all, it's not the number really that matters but the amount lost. I have lost 18lbs as of this morning since surgery and am super excited about that. In time you will lose and just focus on how you feel and like others say the inches. I know I'm thankful all that gas they pumped in me is gone lol. That was horrible on all levels. Pretty sure I was up in pounds the first few days.

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