I had my ileocolectomy in Feb of this year. Prior to surgery I was 143 and after the surgery I was weighing 120. Right now, 5 months later, I weigh 123. I, too, thought I would gain at least some more of the weight back but the doctors say they are happy with my weight right now. So, I guess I will be happy with it too! I am having some issues after the surgery so I think that's some of the reason for me to not really gain much. I would though honestly like to gain alittle so when I get sick, I have a few to lose that wouldn't hurt me.