Jlew

I had surgery on 10/3 as well. I had the clear liquids for a week, and then after my 1 week post op visit I was approved to move to strained cream soups and yogurt. Once I started that I started to have stomach problems. I am now back to clear liquids and my protein shake. I struggle to get 250 calories a day. I am very sad that I won't be moving to the pureed stage for a bit longer. I've even had to go back to taking the medication for nausia and fullness to stop my stomach spasms. After 2 weeks I started to vomit. I've lost 17 lbs since surgery, but right now I can barely stomach water.

I had a "last supper" meal. I got all my friends together and we went to my favorite italian joint. Knowing that I will eventually be able to eat normally again, just a lot less than before, but probably not a big pasta dish ever again, I had cajun chicken alfredo (only ate 1/3 of it) and then I had to have a full piece of my absolute favorite dessert - tiramisu! It was a divine meal. I did have a weight loss requirement of 13 lbs. I had restricted my calorie intake down to 900-1200 calories per day in order to lose weight. I ended up losing 17 lbs before surgery.

I'm day 3 post op and I have been really good on getting my fluids in. I did make the mistake of missing a pain med and I was in pretty bad pain for an hour or so. Won't do that again. I had a headache, but then started drinking more and it went away.