12 Days Post Op and No Problems

[dallasmom4 1]

I was sleeved on September 6 in Dallas and have had no problems at all. I stayed in the hospital one night and required very little pain medication while there. I had no problem urinating or swallowing. Since I've been home I've not taken even one dose of the pain meds which surprised me but I have taken things slowly. I have gotten a lot of rest and my husband has been a saint....DISCLAIMER: I am past the age of having little kids to take care of which I know would be a game changer!

I am on thin liquids for 3 weeks but I fill up very, very fast. Since I'm not a sweet eater the Protein Shakes are pretty gaggy to me and I prefer chicken buillion and pureed homemade Soups. Luckily, I have a VitaMix which liquifies things very easily so they flow through a strainer. I also sip a little Bloody Mary mix in addition to my Water to keep my salt craving at bay.

I have had no issues with Constipation or nausea but I did begin experiencing the sharp "tearing/searing" pain in my left side about 10 days post surgery. This is due, of course, to the healing of the largest incision and will take about 3/4 weeks but it comes and goes and is not dibilitating. When it hits though it hurts like a SOB for a few seconds before it's gone. I find if I adjust my position it subsides. I also have been able to discontinue my medication for acid reflux.

I believe the key is to follow what Dr. Nicholson outlined for me to the letter. It's pretty simple and I have to be patient.

Prior to my surgery I read numerous positive posts that helped me understand what to expect and I really appreciate it.

I have lost 15lbs in the 12days since my surgery with 32lbs to go. I am really grateful to have been able to have this surgery.

Good luck to everyone!

[Raine 170]

Welcome to the losers bench Sounds like you are doing everything right, keep up the good work. Good luck on your journey.

[grannyk 58]

Good to hear you are doing well, Dallas. I'm like you...very few post-op problems. I had very little pain, no nausea, vomiting or any of the other problems mentioned on the forum. I am so grateful and it is good to hear about someone else having an easy time. I wasn't even sure I had surgery for 2 to 3 weeks when I started adding mushies and began to feel the restriction.

Good luck, Kathe

[NikiS 31]

@ DallasMom and Granny - oh how I pray I am like you both - no residual effects from the surgery! I pray, I pray, I pray (literally). It sounds like you both have had very good experiences.

@ Raine - After Tuesday (that's my surgery date) you'll have to make room for me on the loser's bench

[KateMarie 15]

I am five days post op. I had severe nausua and pain issues after and was in for three days. I'm doing well now. I am not taking the pain meds either. I was pretty swollen after surgery so tomorrow will be my first big weigh in.

I'm on the Full liquid for four weeks. This consist of 3 protien shakes, 2 yogarts and 2 jellos. I have yet to get a whole shake down in a single day. Yesterday, I only had about 140 calories. My sister noticed that I have black bags around my eyes.I'm looking forward to cottage cheese and sugar free pudding.

Congradultions on your loss!

Keep up the great work.

[Mr-Smith 7]

I'm five days post op and my surgery and recovery are going well too. The pain was tolerable and I'm off the meds since day three. The Phase II diet is a full time job but I am able to get all my fluids, Protein, and carbs in. Yesterday it was 95Grams Protein, 72 Oz's Fluid and 119 Grams Carbs.

What amazes me is NO HUNGER, I have to remind myself to eat.

I was sleeved on September 6 in Dallas and have had no problems at all. I stayed in the hospital one night and required very little pain medication while there. I had no problem urinating or swallowing. Since I've been home I've not taken even one dose of the pain meds which surprised me but I have taken things slowly. I have gotten a lot of rest and my husband has been a saint....DISCLAIMER: I am past the age of having little kids to take care of which I know would be a game changer!

I am on thin liquids for 3 weeks but I fill up very, very fast. Since I'm not a sweet eater the Protein shakes are pretty gaggy to me and I prefer chicken buillion and pureed homemade Soups. Luckily, I have a VitaMix which liquifies things very easily so they flow through a strainer. I also sip a little Bloody Mary mix in addition to my Water to keep my salt craving at bay.

I have had no issues with Constipation or nausea but I did begin experiencing the sharp "tearing/searing" pain in my left side about 10 days post surgery. This is due, of course, to the healing of the largest incision and will take about 3/4 weeks but it comes and goes and is not dibilitating. When it hits though it hurts like a SOB for a few seconds before it's gone. I find if I adjust my position it subsides. I also have been able to discontinue my medication for acid reflux.

I believe the key is to follow what Dr. Nicholson outlined for me to the letter. It's pretty simple and I have to be patient.

Prior to my surgery I read numerous positive posts that helped me understand what to expect and I really appreciate it.

I have lost 15lbs in the 12days since my surgery with 32lbs to go. I am really grateful to have been able to have this surgery.

Good luck to everyone!

[dallasmom4 1]

The absence of the ghrelin hormone really is evident in the hunger factor. I find it hard to believe that I haven't had a bite of whole food in 13 days and am still sane.