cholliman

I'm 2 weeks post-op and have been eating soft foods for about a week. Mainly soups; Cream of blah and Chowders. I haven't been getting in all my protein. I'm lucky to get 30g. Also I'm not getting enough water, likely around 30-40oz. My main concern is the lack of a bowel movement. I haven't had one since the laxative I took 2 days before my surgery. Anyone else have B.M. issues? Should I take a laxative? How soon after your surgery did you have a B.M.?

@NewJeffery thanks for the advise. I'm seriously considering those Fluid Protein Shots. It's around 10oz. And contains 40g of Protein Isolate. Until I start eating solid foods, that's the only way I see to get a full 60g of protein in. @Dabliss that's exactly what I was thinking. The last thing I want is constipation. I plan to pick up a bottle tomorrow. However I thought about the magnesium stuff that tastes like a sprite...but it seems like it has carbonation which is a no no.

Im 9 days Post-Op. Just left my 1st doctor's appt. Had an interesting experience today while there. They removed the tube from my side...OMG! I really went in not knowing what to expect. There was a slight pinch to loosen it. Then the doctor starting pulling the tube from my stomach. It literally felt like he was pulling life from my body. It was a cringing and stinging type pain. Just a very weird feeling, very nauseating. Thought was was going to hurl what little fluid I had in my pouch of a stomach lol.

I was walking the treadmill 4 days Post-Op. Slow pace, 2 mph, 15 mins. It felt good. And because I felt good I decided to up it the next day...bad idea! The day after upping the anty I was bed ridden for a couple days...my advice, take your time, listen to your body.

The Losers Bench is absolutely correct. I was talking with someone and actually starting questioning why I had this procedure lol. I know it will help me out in the long run but wow the pain right about now. My doc has me on Hydromorphone, but I think it's ran it's course as it no longer works. I had a few Percocett tabs left from a dental procedure, so I decided to take one today. Hopefully this pain will pass...soon!

Had surgery on Monday at 730a. Don't remember a thing lol. No pain. Minimal nauseous feeling. Just got home from the hospital. Now what? It's seems the surgery has affected my memory. I don't remember any of the class material now. I don't feel hungry but I know I need nourishment.

I'm officially a week from having RNY. Over the last week I've been on the pre-op diet (protein shake for breakfast/lunch, fruit as snacks, protein/veggy dinner). Im doing great...that was until I smelled a wonderful yet familar aroma coming from my co-workers office next door, McDonald's fries...OMG! The struggle is REAL!

My surgery is scheduled for 11/10. I'm on week 2 of my 2 week diet. Just bought quite a few Atkins shakes from Wally - World (Walmart). They're on sale now 6 for the price of 4. I believe they have 1g of Carbs.

Hello. I'm new to the group. My date is Nov 10 in Memphis TN and I'm nervous as hell lol. Starting to question my decision.

My surgery is one week away and I'm starting to wonder if I made the right decision. Maybe it's just jitters.