Crystal CW

Thanks everyone for the great suggestions. I’m 9 weeks post op and I think I need to stop trying to incorporate different foods and stick to the more simple suggestions that are here. At Whole Foods, I’ve found a brand called Tribal Foods and the have lots of flavorful protein/meat options, like Thai chicken Patties, Asian meatballs and Chipotle chicken Patties. Just that and a little veg should be enough.

A new NSV for me at 9 weeks post-op is getting out of the tub is much easier and I can push myself up with arm strength alone.

sugar free popsicles helped me get through the dry mouth stage early after surgery.

No study done, In the largest incision, there was a pucker that it now gone. The NP determined this based on the location of my pain and when the pain increased. This was all done over the phone. I did have a follow up appt with her a week after we spoke on the phone and by then the pain was gone.

Yes, it resolved in about 4 days and I'm feeling great now. I talked to the nurse practitioner from my clinic and she said it was an internal popped stitch. It can be common if you do too much too soon.

My 3 week stall happens to coincide with my menstrual cycle - oh joy 😕

On 07/11/2021 at 01:27, Rey Rodriguez said:

I’m 2 and a half weeks post op from my vsg and everything’s been going well. I didn’t have any pain or other complications but today is my 2nd day of purée. I only managed to get some eggs down but didn’t have any issues. A few hours later I started noticing tenderness around the right side of my stomach and now it’s actually starting to hurt even if I barely touch it. I also notice it’s starting to look swollen just on that side. I don’t want to panic but has anyone else had this or should I go to the ER if it continues?

What did it turn out to be? I’m 3 weeks post op and having new pain and soreness that I didn’t have before. I’m on 5th day of soft foods.

I search Pinterest for some ideas for soft food and beyond and found some great Soup recipes and such a variety of thing made in muffin cups, so just the right size. I’m only 9 days post op, so still full liquids, but looking forward to different flavors next week.  Search Bariatric diet. 

Just made a BariatricPal Cream of chicken Soup (15gm protein) and it’s delicious! I needed something savory as I’m 7 days post op VSG and tired of the sweet flavors. I bought the variety pack of their Soups so I have 6 others flavors to try. I think it’s so satisfying because it also has 2gm fat. I haven’t tried the Unjury chicken soup, but it is highly rated (no fat and 21gm protein) Anyone tried both and can give a recommendation?

I added some unflavored Protein Powder to get it to 20+ gm of Protein. I know others are tired of the sweet flavors so wanted to share my experience. Feeling really good and pain is mostly gone. I have energy and plan to go back to work tomorrow - I work at home, so I can rest as needed.

I’m 4 days post op and my incisions itched on day 2 and continue. My surgeon used surgical glue, but I think it’s normal itching and not a reaction. My prescribed promethazine helps and once the glue comes off, I plan to use a medical grade silicon bandage to help with scarring. I’ve use it before on incisions and it works great for me.

On 10/07/2021 at 21:24, Arabesque said:

It really comes down to what you can tolerate.. Personally, I’m not good with really cold (except gin & champagne 😆). The cold cramps my tummy. Room temp is my preference & I found warm or Hot Drinks most soothing. I would warm my chocolate shake … & pretend it was hot chocolate.

Oh! Great idea to warm the chocolate Protein shake…thanks!

Day 11 of my pre-op diet and VSG on Monday 10/11. I’ve actually been really good and have enjoyed the Premier Protein shakes and have added the vanilla flavor of Premier Protein to my coffee. I should have done that years ago! I’m down several pounds so I’m sure this liver shrinking diet will lead to a successful surgery. I’m stocked up on broths, Isopure protein unflavored, sf popsicles, Jello and cases of Premier. Let’s do this! 😆

On 10/03/2021 at 09:11, SHELLYBEAN63 said:

I am scheduled for surgery on October 11th as well 😃

Me too! One week from tomorrow….getting excited!

On 09/26/2021 at 16:27, Tara O. said:

Yes, I have a lot of energy. I’m going a little stir-crazy already, and I’m only on day 5. I ended up taking 3 days off, and I’m going back at least half-days tomorrow.

That’s wonderful! I hope to recover as quickly.

On 09/25/2021 at 19:24, Tara O. said:

Hello all! Long-time listener, first-time caller. I had my sleeve surgery on Wednesday, so I’m on day 4 post-op. Gas pains subsided after the 2nd day. Of course I still have surgery pain, but it’s pretty mild. BUT, the gurgling is so annoying! My entire insides gurgle, and I’m having a hard time getting all of my liquids down.

Also, how long did y’all take off work? I took 3 days off, and since I work from home, I said I would work half-days this coming week.

Do you feel like you have enough energy to go back to work? My sleeve is 10/11 and I’m just planning on taking a week off and then half days the 2nd week - also work from home. I’m worried that I won’t have enough energy. Good luck with going back next week. Let me know

My sleeve is scheduled for 10/11. This is my first surgery and I’m doing an early pre-op diet before I start a real pre-op diet on Monday. I’m in the Dallas area

I’ll start mine on the 27th with surgery on 10/11. Getting excited and nervous.

My mother is 79 and does Water aerobics 4 days a week. There are lots of options for seniors.