Had my post-op visit today, 8 days after surgery. It really went fine, but:

Instead of losing any weight since surgery, I gained 1.5 lbs. I had a feeling I didn't lose any weight, despite nothing but liquids... I just didn't "feel" lighter. That doesn't really bother me, because I knew the weight I had to lose right before surgery wasn't "real" weight, it was just to shrink the liver, and it was the kind of weight that would easily be re-gained. But I didn't think I'd actually go up 1.5 pounds. I'm not discouraged or anything. I'm just reporting the facts.

The port pain I'm having is normal, but the huge black and blue bruising that covers the whole area, isn't necessarily normal. The doctor said I'm accumulating Fluid there and need to walk more.

I got to start on mushies today. I waited until dinner time and I started really light. I made a WW recipe, mock garlic mashed potatoes which actually are made of cauliflour, not potatoes. It's a recipe I love. Well, I had a whole bowl and didn't feel full. Didn't notice any restriction at all.

The good news is, my doctor lets us have our first fill at 4 weeks and I already have an appointment for my fill. June 12th. Looks like I will have to rely on willpower and self-discipline to get there!

On the positive side, I met someone from my area through this forum last week, and after exchanging numerous e-mails over the last 4 days, we met in person today at the doctor's office and had a delightful visit. We also met up with another bandster there who was banded the same day I was (May 15th) and the three of us could not stop talking. We all exchanged e-mail addresses and agreed to be a support team for each other. So that was very good.

And so it goes. :cursing:

Keep strong. I know that everyone's body is different. We all metabolize differently, but I have had a bit more luck then you. I was banded on May 13th, I have lost 13 pounds since morning of surgery, and total of 31 pounds in the last month since my start date of my 2 week diet.

Wierd thing is that I even cheated on the pre-op diet a few times. I guess I had alot of Water weight to lose! Also, walking is the most important thing. It not only gets rid of gas, but it gives you a TON of energy.

Good Luck

Same thing happened to me. I went up 3 lbs, the dr said probably from the IV fluid in the hospital. I've lost it and am eating mushies now. It'll come off. Stay strong--you'll get through it!