Laura8098

Hi, I’m 2 1/2 weeks out from having my surgery. I just started the puréed diet Wednesday, which anything is better than a liquid diet. My stomach seems so sensitive. I’m almost scared to eat anything. I’m not hungry, but I know I need to eat to survive. I gag every time I brush my teeth and spend about 5 minutes dry heaving. Is this because my stomach isn’t fully healed? Once it’s healed, will this go away? I can start taking multi-vitamins now but had to re-order the capsules. The chewables were entirely too big. My emotions are up and down. I really don’t like the restrictions and so many rules. I’ve lost 26 pounds, so it’s work. It’s just getting through this rough patch. I saw another post where someone was feeling the same way - regrets. Will this go away? I’m also having food fantasies. I’m dreaming of nachos, dips, roast, soda, yet I didn’t crave these things pre-surgery. It has to be mental, right? How do I combat that??

Thanks so much everyone! I don’t go back to the doc for another 3 months. I have chewable calcium but my doc told me that Bariatric multi vitamins automatically dissolve in the stomach. I’m nervous I’m going to mess something up, lol. I know I’m not getting enough protein. Most times after I’ve eaten or drank anything, I feel nauseous so I stop eating/ drinking. Boy, will I be glad when this part is over.

Hello! I had the sleeve procedure on 07/23/19, along with a hiatal hernia removed. That’s 5 days ago, so I know I shouldn’t be expecting much from myself. I’m curious though if anyone else experienced these things? My stomach feels like I’m hungry, but I try to eat, and don’t eat much. It feels like my stomach is always in “growl” mode. My incisions are still sore. I’m nervous I’m going to pop them when I cough or sneeze. How long do they feel this way? How long does it feel like things are moving around in my stomach when I go from a lying down position to standing up? I was in the ER today due to dehydration so I need to work on staying hydrated Anyone else craving salt? I’m sure it’s because I’m still on a liquid diet, which I’m over already. I’m ready for avocado, boiled eggs, tuna, etc. I’m a worry wart so any advise anyone can give would be great.

Anyone experienced any significant hair loss? I know that’s a potential side effect but curious when that could start? Also, when you’re in the maintenance diet, can you still eat out? If so, what would you eat?

That’s awesome! I have a sitting job too, so I think I’ll be ok. I’m just concerned about getting too tired. Without all the calories and no vitamins, my energy level is very low.

How much time did everyone take off from work? I go back tomorrow and am not looking forward to it.

Oh no!! Are you crushing your pills? If not, that should help. I cheated one day and had regular ice cream and had really bad diarrhea shortly after. I guess that’s the “dumping” I read about prior to getting the surgery. I believe that’s what dehydrated me so be careful with that. Do you have energy? I have none. I’ll be ready to start taking a multivitamin again, in addition to eating something somewhat normal. 😊 How about leg cramps? I’ve been having some but I’m sure it’s the lack of vitamins.

I had mine 7/23.

I’m really struggling with the liquid diet too. I’m over it, lol.

That’s awesome we all had it done the same day! What about regrets? Are y’all having any?