Going crazy

[Alyjourneys 117]

I just got sleeved on May 22. I'm on full liquids and I'm taking my time but I'm concerned that I don't feel a restriction. Anyone experience this feeling? Is is because its liquids and with purée it will be different?

[NikkiV1986 121]

That was my experience. Liquids don't typically stay in your stomach like food will.

But trust me... When you start eating you WILL feel restriction!!

Breathe

[BlessedBeyondMeasure2012 296]

I didn't really feel ANY restriction until recently, like maybe two-three weeks ago (I'm 9 weeks out today). I didn't even feel much restriction with soft foods. It wasn't until I got on some more dense Protein that I started feeling some restriction. Even now there are days where I don't feel much restriction and days when I can't even eat a now normal amount for myself. The liquids just slide through your new tummy, once you get to add something that will sit in it for a while then you will feel some restriction.

[Alyjourneys 117]

So have you been experiencing a satisfactory weight loss? Thanks for the reassurance

[Susie in Lima 320]

No worries, once you get to solids, you will definitely feel restriction. Lots of good weight loss afterwards too. Just concentrate on getting in your liquids right now. Before you know it you will be taking a few bites and getting full! Happy day to you!

[Alyjourneys 117]

No worries' date=' once you get to solids, you will definitely feel restriction. Lots of good weight loss afterwards too. Just concentrate on getting in your liquids right now. Before you know it you will be taking a few bites and getting full! Happy day to you![/quote']

Thanks Susie.

[shelly13 27]

I agree with what everyone else has said, and posted almost the exact same question! Someone described the full liquids as sliders, that go right through the sleeve. So true! Once you start chewing food, you'll feel the restriction. i promise! Hang in there, get your fluids and Protein in and you'll do just fine! Good luck!

[MystiGal 143]

I am 6 days post op and feel the same way. Luckily, I am having no problems getting all my fluids in and don't really feel "full". I was told our stomach is so swollen and the nerves in our stomach have not recovered from surgery, and that is why we don't feel the full sensation.

[Lisha73 97]

I am 6 days post op and feel the same way. Luckily, I am having no problems getting all my fluids in and don't really feel "full". I was told our stomach is so swollen and the nerves in our stomach have not recovered from surgery, and that is why we don't feel the full sensation.

I am 4 days post op and been getting in liquids pretty well too...but not a full feeling and really just put in my mind cuz it goes right through...but i makes sense that our stomach nerves are in shock from surgery...never thought bout it....thanks

[Who Dat 70461 331]

I had no problems with fluids and actually got quite concerned as well. Based on what I've read and speaking with my doctor, some folks have issues, others do not...guess we're blessed! I'm only 18 days post-op, but have not had any issues with fluids.

I'll caution you though, when you can eat dense/mushy foods, do so slowly...I made the mistake of eating green pea Soup too quickly, ugh...not a good feeling!

[Alyjourneys 117]

I agree with what everyone else has said' date=' and posted almost the exact same question! Someone described the full liquids as sliders, that go right through the sleeve. So true! Once you start chewing food, you'll feel the restriction. i promise! Hang in there, get your fluids and Protein in and you'll do just fine! Good luck![/quote']

Thanks shelly

[******** 397]

I'm concerned for basically the opposite...I drink Protein Shakes 3x a day 2oz each time and I feel so restricted when drinking them that it takes me 1-2 hours to drink 2 oz. I'm hoping I will feel less restricted eventually.

[Alyjourneys 117]

Thanks everyone. I feel better with the replies. ☺