Why Do I Weigh More After Surgery Than I Did Before?
Many people believe that weight loss after bariatric surgery is a continous, methodical, downward trajectory from the moment you leave the hospital until you’ve reached yourdesired number. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In fact, weight loss after surgery looks more like the horizon of a variing landscape. You will have hills, valleys, and plateaus.In this […]
Many people believe that weight loss after bariatric surgery is a continous, methodical, downward trajectory from the moment you leave the hospital until you’ve reached your
desired number. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In fact, weight loss after surgery looks more like the horizon of a variing landscape. You will have hills, valleys, and plateaus.
In this video, Dr. Weiner explains why it’s possible to gain a few pounds immediately after surgery.
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