5 days post op

[danii 2]

Today im 5 days post op and feeling good. Stomach muscles are a little sore but that's all.

I have a 2 week Fluid diet followed by pureed foods. But I am finding im hungry. Have had pumpkin Soup leak and potato soup and milo custard.

Can I try a small bit of grilled fish chewed really well?? Is it normal to feel hungry?

[cherip 33]

I would stick to what your doctor told you to do. I felt hungry as well. Just remember baby steps for your new tummy. the stitches are still healing on the pouch and you don't want to do ANYTHING that can jeopardize your healing. Eating too soon could actually be dangerous I was told. I would probably suggest sugar free pudding ( lemon and white chocolate are really good ) Popsicles also. Don't rush things. there is a schedule for a reason. Patience

[Rox 200]

Everything cherip said above - Happy Healing!!

[NellieBean 70]

My nutritionist warned me of head hunger for the first month. She warned me two things, actually:

1. The day after you will wake up and wonder wtf did you do.

2. Head hunger. Remember the part of your stomach that tells your brain you are actually hungry is gone. Your stomach is healing and will take quite a few weeks to heal. Go slow and follow your plan from your Dr.