Since my takedown (June 30th) I have lost 9lbs. I have been losing a lb almost every week and sometimes more. I may maintain for a day or two than lose again. Even during my worst months having UC with 20+BMs a day I always maintained my weight. After my 1st and 2nd surgery I lost 5-6 lbs put by the 3rd week after surgery I gained it back and was able to maintain it. Not the same with the 3rd surgery. Any one else experience this. I am currently having 6-8 BM's a day. I eat 3 meals a day and have 3 snacks a day. When I contacted my surgeons office the nurse said people who have this surgery will lose between 15-20 lbs. YIKES!! I don't have 15-20 lbs to lose. Any advice? Should I be concerned? thank you
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After takedown I ate everything in sight because it was so nice to actually eat again. I know I lost some after takedown and I did not start gaining anything back until 6 months after takedown. Then it just starting adding up and I gained an exta 10 pounds I didn't want. So now I exercise daily to keep it off. It can take some time but you should level off and gain it back. But if you keep losing and you're eating then I would see your doctor about what may be going on. To lose 9 pounds sounds ok but if it starts being more than that I would get checked out.
As your body gets used to its new system, the transit time and thus your absorption should improve. I lost about 10lbs initially, and supplemented with high calorie protein shakes to assist in weight gain. After six months or so, things stabilized and now I'm back at my normal weight. I would be less concerned with the actual weight and see if they can run a blood test on you to check for your electrolyte balances, any vitamin deficiencies, etc. I'm actually going to see a dietician next week as I'm still struggling with my potassium, magnesium and calcium levels.
Michelle thank you for the advice about checking my blood. I am meeting with my GI dr on Thursday and I will ask him. I had a CBC done last week but I don't believe he checked for anything else. I love this site because people always give great feedback. thank you
Hi,
I lost 30 pounds and didn't stabilize until about 5 months post takedown. I wasn't eating big meals because the gas drove me crazy. When things started to settle, my transit time decreased, my gas reduced somewhat and I ate more. The gas is still a little bothersome, usually at night, and my meals are somewhat small, but I'm locked at a nice weight. You might just need some time. I mention the gas because though you are eating many times, you might be eating very small meals without even noticing. I did this out of self preservation.
I lost 30 pounds and didn't stabilize until about 5 months post takedown. I wasn't eating big meals because the gas drove me crazy. When things started to settle, my transit time decreased, my gas reduced somewhat and I ate more. The gas is still a little bothersome, usually at night, and my meals are somewhat small, but I'm locked at a nice weight. You might just need some time. I mention the gas because though you are eating many times, you might be eating very small meals without even noticing. I did this out of self preservation.
Can you count the calories you are eating in a typical day? MyFitnessPal.com is an easy website to use. You can try gradually increasing your calories each day until you find that you are gaining weight.
I agree that when you're eating so frequently (three meals and three snacks) it is easy to end up with much smaller portions and eating less than you think.
I had a very small appetite after each surgery and tracked my food intake to make sure that I was taking in enough calories and protein to heal properly. I had to force myself to eat more -- the amount I was hungry for was not enough, at least not at first.
I agree that when you're eating so frequently (three meals and three snacks) it is easy to end up with much smaller portions and eating less than you think.
I had a very small appetite after each surgery and tracked my food intake to make sure that I was taking in enough calories and protein to heal properly. I had to force myself to eat more -- the amount I was hungry for was not enough, at least not at first.
thanks for the tip Liz, I have used fitnesspal before I got UC never thought about using it now. Great idea!
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Thank you. Hope that site can help me
Michele can you give me the name of the high calorie protein drink you use thanks Grace
Sure, I use the protein powder from Arbonne (it comes in chocolate and vanilla). It's a little on the pricey side, but I haven't found anything that matches its nutritional profile and uses vegan based protein, which eliminates issues with dairy or soy that I tend to have. I throw it in my vitamix every day with some coconut almond milk and whatever fruits or veggies I'm craving that particular day. I find that the vanilla lets you experiment with flavor combinations a bit more than the chocolate, but that's just my personal preference.