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I felt that way if I ate too much too quickly. I would suggest only a tablespoon. then the next time try 2 tablespoons to work up towards a 1/4 cup. at 2-3 weeks I could easily get a 1/4 cup yogurt of cottage cheese in but it took 45 min to get an egg. Now at 5 weeks I can eat an egg in 15 min without issue. That is following the rules of no fluids 15 min before or 30 min after eating.

pre-op (no diet before) 199 5 weeks post 178 calories avg 500/day (I think I may be losing too quickly and need to increase that a bit)

So I am starting to make a donate clothing pile. It’s weird though mentally since I’ve been down 30-40 lbs. over the past 10 years and have kept 4 sizes. So now it seems strange to commit to getting rid of a size I will never again wear verses in the past putting them towards the back. In the past I guess it was almost mentally setting myself up fir failure knowing I had jeans that would fit if/when I regained 30 pounds.

I never had an issue drinking tap water after surgery but some people did due to an off taste. They used the Mio sugar free flavors and bought 3-4 different brands of bottled water. I did the same but never had to use them.

I am going to start purees this week. I have a regular blender that is a pain to clean and a big food processor. What kind of hand blender do you have? I am assuming I will use it long term so I don't mind spending $30-50. Certain attachments or anything especially handy?

I was told I couldn't take a pill larger than a dime (I had RNY). I am taking chewable vitamins no but the procure brand has a capsule but it shows a picture of it the size of a dime. Is anyone here able to take a pill that big. I does say the capsule is a quick dissolving veggie base so I don't think it would get stuck but I'm hesitant to try to swallow anything the size of a quarter yet.

Yes. I broke out in a terrible rash a few days after surgery. Not sure if it was that or something used during surgery. My advise would just be to make sure you rinse it off really well. I also used a new clean towel after each shower.

Also-I didn’t get he cherry flavored. I got the original one that says sugar free.

I initially had to take milk of magnesia 2-3x a day once I moved on from liquids. Now if it’s been 30 hours I take a half to full dose to keep things regular. My doctor didn’t allowed potatoes until 4 months out and no fruit veggies or applesauce. That may be causing the issue too. I have 1 shake, one yogurt, a laughing cow soft cheese then about 2 ounces of tuna or an egg. I’m also really strict with drinking at least 64 oz of fluids. The thing that I think helps me most is eating a quarter cup of retried beans. It’s basically my only source of fiber so if it’s been 24 hours that’s what I eat. Now I only need to take the milk of magnesia 1-2 x week. I had tried a stool softner a few days after surgery and hope to never do that again. I was miserable with cramping.

I’m 3 1/2 weeks post bypass. I ate about 3 oz of fish and 3 hours later tried 1/4 c rectors beans. I got ill and had the foamier. Never want to do that again. It was so painful!! I think it’s because I ate the beans too quickly (I have had them a few times last week without issues. Is it possible I still had the fish in my stomach from 3 hours before. How long does it take fir food to leave the new stomach? I have heard water and yogurt move quickly within minutes.

I’m 3 1/2 weeks post RNY. I ate some eggs (had them a few times already) but I think I didn’t chew enough. I don’t feel pain in the middle of my chest like most people say but in my left shoulder blade. Anyone else have this? I happened a few minutes after about a tablespoon. I’ve been able to eat 3 oz if tuna or a whole egg in 15-20 minutes and drink fairly easy so this was a surprise.

I was told I could swallow anything smaller than a dime.

From what I understand is that it can cause ulcers. If it is for joint or back pain you could try Biofreeze.

So I had surgery 10 days ago. We have a scheduled trip at 4.5 weeks post op. It includes a day at an amusement park and the beach. I am guessing I wont get into the ocean past my knees which is fine and I wont do any roller coaster rides etc. My husband is worried I wont be able to eat, will get dehydrated etc and wants to cancel. How hard is it to find and eat soft foods when out and about? The thing that worries me is trying a new fish etc for the first time at a restaurant. I know I can take shakes with me and have yogurt and feel safe with that so far.

Bypass was 2 1/2 weeks ago. MD skips purée stage and said to start soft food. So far 1/4 c cottage cheese was fine. I had an egg yesterday all was fine. I had a 90% of a scrambled egg over 20 minutes. It’s been over an hour and I have an annoying ached between my shoulder blades. Is this normal to get this delayed discomfort?

I read somewhere that when it happens you are supposed to put your tongue against the roof of your mouth. Not sure why that would help but it's worth a try.

I have read that some people used liquid Tylenol vs the prescription pain medicine. Did you just buy a lot of children's liquid? For the right dosage that seems like you could go thru several bottles in days. Did you purchase an adult/stronger dosage? If so where from? Is it a prescription? Also, I tend to get very nauseous. Did you take an over the counter or prescription? Was it a liquid or suppository?

Ice pack is great!! It helps with the general swelling too.

I know I shouldn't but I weight myself every morning and a few times during the day. 6-7 days after surgery I was down 8 lb. but the last 5 days I am bouncing around and basically only lost 2 lbs. Ugh. I am estimating I am burning 1500-2000 calories and only getting in 450-500 calories. I know it's early etc and tomorrow I could wake up and suddenly be down 2 lbs but I am feeling frustrated. I see the NUT and MD Wed. and am anticipating advancing to soft foods and thus my calories will probably go up so I am already thinking this is going to be so slow.

I went to the Nut. today and she said that the surgeon doesn't have people with a BMI below 43 on a preop diet. She said they are not concerned re. an enlarged liver for lower BMIs. I was surprised by that. I am thinking I may not cut down calories but I will try to be low sugar at least a few days before surgery to shrink the liver a bit.

You can also get the protein flavored waters. I have found the premade shakes are better blended than powder and milk at home. When I do make one at home I shake it then put it in the freezer for 10 minutes to get cold and for the bubbles to dissolve, that helps.

Just a thought-have you tried alkaline water. I can get a gallon for $4-$5 at the grocery store. It helped vs tap water when my reflux was bad.

I would think it may get better when your weight loss stabilizes. Maybe try adding a sugar free Gatorade daily.

I am not allowed to take capsules, only tablets smaller than a dime. I have the chewable ones. They are kinda gross. maybe you can open the capsule and sprinkle it over a spoon of yogurt to swallow. If not set aside the capsules and get chewable for now?

YES!! I had it 2/18. It was quiet for the first 2 days then my intestines finally started to "wake up". It sounded like thunder but finally stopped after my first BM (sorry TMI) on day3/4.