2.5 Weeks Out And Can't Eat More Than Three Bites Is This Normal?

[Auburngal 2]

Hi Everyone. I am a little over 2 1/2 weeks out from my surgery and on the puree stage. I can only eat about 3 baby spoonfulls of anything and I am full. Even Soup. I can drink my Protein shakes but it takes about an hour to get down 8 oz. Is this normal?

Thanks,

[Gene1970 179]

Yep, that's perfectly normal. Your stomach is still pretty swolen from the surgery. You will be able to eat more soon.. and it will keep getting better as you continue to heal.

[Auburngal 2]

Thanks Junior Guru! Congratulations on your loss. you are doing awesome! I hope I do that well.

[Gene1970 179]

Thanks I am sure you will. Keep your protien your primary focus, drink all of your Water and avoid sugary drinks and you'll do fine.

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

yes it is normal. I have 4oz of shake for Breakfast then 4oz for a snack. I also am drinking as much Water as I can between my Protein consumption. I think we are on our way to success!

[msnae 21]

yes it is normal. I have 4oz of shake for breakfast then 4oz for a snack. I also am drinking as much Water as I can between my Protein consumption. I think we are on our way to success!

I do the same as you. I get 4oz of Protein and the sames for snack.