Question 1

after a surgery of removing a fibroma, should i expect weight gain?

Accepted Answer

No: If anything, you may lose weight as you recover from the operation in the hospital. Sitting in a hospital bed can reduce your muscle mass, and the recovery period can sometimes alter your nutrition status. Both of these can lead to mild weight loss. It's important to stay active and eat healthy immediately following the operation and once you go home.

Question 2

my gallbladder surgery caused almost immediate weight gain, and i know it's related because i didn't have a weight problem before. why?

Accepted Answer

Water?: Could be due to generalize water retention after the operation. This will go away as you go through the recovery period. May last 1-3 weeks. This depends of course when you had your surgery. If you're concerned something is wrong, call your surgeon. Hope this helps!

Question 3

what causes weight gain after knee surgery?

Accepted Answer

Inactivity?: Knee surgery limits the amount of activity one can do and may contribute to weight gain.  Other factors to consider is fluid retention or medications after surgery.  Consult with your physician if weight gain is rapid or if swelling is worsening after surgery.

Question 4

weight gain after gall bladder surgery?

Accepted Answer

Very possible: Gallbladder symptoms include pain, nausea and loose bowels after fatty foods.  Many folks naturally eat less and stick to low fat foods to avoid the pain.  Since most symptoms resolve after surgery, while discomfort and activity restrictions are still in effect, some weight gain early on is possible.  If worried, go back to the low fat diet you used before surgery to see if that helps.

Question 5

will surgery for removal of hyperparathyroid correct metabolism , weight gain, poor memory, and thought processing?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: Assuming you have high blood calcium from one or more abnormal parathyroid glands successful surgery may improve memory and brain function but may have little effect on body weight.

Question 6

is weight gain normal after hernia surgery? had a double hernia repair in feb and have steadily gained over 50 lbs even though my diet hasn't changed.

Accepted Answer

Activity: Your activity level has changed. You spent more time at home. When you regain strength and add exercises and diet restrictions your weight will stabilize and may go done. Ask you surgeon if he can prescribe physical therapy and also see your primary care md to rule out others causes of weight gain.

Question 7

my breasts have tripled in size since total thyroidectomy 3yrs ago and 20lb weight gain. how can i drastically reduce breast size w/o surgery?

Accepted Answer

First make sure: you are euthyroid  ( means taking correct dose of  thyroid hormone and to normal levels )  Eat well balanced diet , eat less cut calories and go to gym regularly , you will loose weight

Question 8

does swelling cause weight gain after laparascopic surgery/ovary removal? the incision was made bigger to remove the cyst. 2 weeks and still swelled.

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Abdominal swelling can be normal up to 4-6 weeks after surgery due to the inflammation and healing from the inside where surgery was done as well as because of the incision healing. Just make sure the wound looks ok and is not swollen because of an infection, where it will be red, very tender and may even have drainage.  If this is the case, then you should see your surgeon.

Question 9

prednisone overdose by dr. causing rapid weight gain. i'm losing weight now but my breasts are heavy and saggy. what can i do besides surgery?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: side effects of prednisone if given short term should resolve within 7-10 days.

Question 10

had foot surgery + will be resting for 2 weeks. how many calories a day should i reduce to avoid weight gain? i eat 2,300 now. i have semi-active job

Accepted Answer

Depends on: how much energy or calories your were burning doing activities/exercise before and difference with your current level of activity. You could still maintain some form of exercise that dos not involve standing or using your foot.

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Sudden weight gain after surgery

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After a surgery of removing a fibroma, should i expect weight gain?

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My gallbladder surgery caused almost immediate weight gain, and i know it's related because i didn't have a weight problem before. why?

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What causes weight gain after knee surgery?

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Weight gain after gall bladder surgery?

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Will surgery for removal of hyperparathyroid correct metabolism , weight gain, poor memory, and thought processing?

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Is weight gain normal after hernia surgery? had a double hernia repair in feb and have steadily gained over 50 lbs even though my diet hasn't changed.

A member asked:

My breasts have tripled in size since total thyroidectomy 3yrs ago and 20lb weight gain. how can i drastically reduce breast size w/o surgery?

A member asked:

Does swelling cause weight gain after laparascopic surgery/ovary removal? the incision was made bigger to remove the cyst. 2 weeks and still swelled.

A member asked:

Prednisone overdose by dr. causing rapid weight gain. i'm losing weight now but my breasts are heavy and saggy. what can i do besides surgery?

A member asked:

Had foot surgery + will be resting for 2 weeks. how many calories a day should i reduce to avoid weight gain? i eat 2,300 now. i have semi-active job

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