May 21st! And Freaking Out!

sleevegirl2 · May 25, 2014

Hey Guys,

I got sleeved on the 21st. Everything went well in the hospital, no drains. In recovery, I did need the pain medicine, however now (at home), I've only taken it at night. I constantly feel full and am having issues taking in the required Protein and liquid.< /p>

I am 4 days postop and I tried yogurt yesterday but since then I have felt unbelievably full and couldn't handle drinking Water. After the yogurt I couldn't eat or drink anything. Does this mean I stretched my sleeve? Maybe I pushed it too far? Anyone feel like this?

Another thing, is it bad I keep sleeping on my belly?

I also keep getting Charlie horses in my legs, anyone else get these?

Thanks

Jess

ajs · May 25, 2014

Hi congratulations! I was sleeved April 28, 2014 and I hD a hard time with Protein and Water it gets easier just drink as much as you can. I wasn't allowed and food for 2 1/2 weeks only water or protein. I still have a hard time getting all liquids in but it's much easier. What your feeling is normal.

I never had Charlie horses. And I don't see how your sleeping on your stomach wow I couldn't even lay on my side the first few days.

It gets easier glad your on this journey so worth it! I'm down 30lbs tomorrow I hit 4 weeks post op!

sleevegirl2 · May 25, 2014

They said yogurt, puddings, and very thin purées are part of stage I.

Has anyone else had yogurt this quickly? I think I am going to hold off on it since I was so full and became nauseous when I tried to drink after some time afterwards.

jjinWA · May 25, 2014

Charlie horses are common for those who do not get enough Water. Drink! You are likely getting dehydrated. Don't worry about eating this early on in your recovery. Focus on water first! Call your dietitian. They can be very helpful in getting you through the stages of post op.