Sleeve done yesterday morning! So many question.

[kimmy42083 1]

So my sleeve was done yesterday AM, I wasn't allowed to eat or drink anything for almost 36 hours. Anyway, obviously I'm having trouble even choking down Water. I'm not nauseated (yet). I am very hungry, but I just can't eat more than a sip of my Protein drinks. Any tips? I don't want to run out of energy the way I used to on diets...

Also, I weighed 6 pounds more this morning! I was not happy about that at all. I realize it must be Water weight as I haven't eaten in days. Anyone else experience this?

[ISleevedIt 380]

I haven't had surgery, but my understanding is that it's normal for the weight gain. I'm sure you'll see weight loss soon. Good luck!

[HikeEveryMountain 112]

I'm three days out, and yes, gained a few from the surgery - they pumped a lot of liquid into you through your IV. And you probably are retaining some Water from the swelling. It will drop quickly. Hang in there.

I'm not having any trouble with Water drinking or anything, which seems kind of strange - but I'm not complaining. No nausea, and not much pain either. I feel lucky.

Just keep drinking, even if you have to force it. Dehydration will not be helpful.

[partofme! 36]

Hello! Its pretty normal-you will be lucky to have a few sips and that's it! The Fluid retention is from IV, no worries about that. Don't weigh yourself for a week

[kristikay 60]

sugar free popsicles were my best friend. Are you home from the hospital already? The only things I could have the second day were the popsicles, broth, skim milk and Water. liquids should fill you up pretty well the first couple days.

[kimmy42083 1]

They discharged me this afternoon on a bariatric "step 2" diet. Which means full liquid. I'm not really sure I'm comfortable drinking heavy things just yet. I think going to stay on the clear liquid for a couple more days. Been trying to choke down my Atkins shake and Water. Hasn't worked so well.

[ShrinkyDinkMe22 376]

Totally normal. Like others said iv fluids and swelling. I would worry more about Water, popsicles and broths the first couple days. I couldn't even smell a Protein Drink for almost 2 weeks postop.

I wish you well! Congrats on your sleeve!

[loseinit 24]

I wasn't allowed anything but Clear Liquids the first week. broth, warm tea, Jello, crystal light. Just keep sipping. Everyday it gets easier and the Fluid intake increases and walk walk walk. You'll do great!

[ladiJ 83]

sugar free popsicles are a life saver! Also the first few days I brought home medicine cups from the hospital and the goal was to try and drink one every 15 minutes.

wait a few days on Protein Drinks if you need to as they feel heavier. I also found that the low calorie gatoraide was easier on my sleeve than Water, so experiment with fluids.

Weight gain is Fluid and normal.

Welcome to sleevedom!