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I am almost 3 weeks post op. I wasn't put on liquids except for two days after surgery. I went to soft foods and some chopped/ground meats. I can only eat about 3 or 4 bites food at time. I can't eat meat and vegetables at same time. I cant stomach Protein Drinks yet. They are the only thing that makes me sick at stomach. I take all my Vitamins. Dr says eating will get better. I am worried cause I get no Fiber from vegetables. It is either Protein aka meat or vegetables. I don't snack either. So how do I handle this ?

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I was sleeved on the second of October, my Dr. had me on liquids for two weeks and I am now on Protein Shakes and creamy Soups till the day after thanksgiving then I can advance to pureed for a week then mushy for two weeks then I can introduce food. I know it sounds extreme but I thank God because it is allowing me to slowly adjust to food again n have less of a chance for complications while my stomach heals. Oh and the 35 pounds in a little over 3 weeks was a PLUS too!

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Your stomach is still inflamed from the surgery - it just takes time to recover. If you are having trouble with Constipation, the best bet right now is colace. It will all work out - just stay in touch with your doctor.

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If it's Constipation that's concerning you ask your doctor if you can take colace, sennekot or metimucil. If you're trying to get more Protein in Bjs bariatrics has a multipack flavor sampler of syntax nectar Protein Powder in flavors like Oreo Cookies and strawberry. A full pouch mat be too much but half a pouch with some ice and almond milk or even regular milk might be easier to tolerate than a full on Protein Shake. :)

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Most people are on a high Protein diet where we need to get in as much protein as we can. It is common to only be able to eat a couple of bites for a while after surgery. You are doing good so please be patient and enjoy this wonderful journey.....It does get a lot better..... :)

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My Dr gave me MOM in small doses it works as an antacid but also works as a laxative but also reduced the inflammation of the stomach after surgery might consider it

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Most people are on a high Protein diet where we need to get in as much protein as we can. It is common to only be able to eat a couple of bites for a while after surgery. You are doing good so please be patient and enjoy this wonderful journey.....It does get a lot better..... :)

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My Dr gave me MOM in small doses it works as an antacid but also works as a laxative but also reduced the inflammation of the stomach after surgery might consider it

How much and how often do you take MOM

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Thanks everyone for your help

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You just take a small amount or it will give you loose stools

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