A couple questions - 2 weeks pre op.

[MustardTiger 0]

Hello,

I had my gastric sleeve surgery exactly 15 days ago and at the moment I regret doing it. I've been sick to my stomach since I've been home from the hospital. I try and eat but usually end up just eating Breakfast and lunch and not eating the rest of the day because I feel so bad. I went to the doctor a week ago and they said this was all normal and not to worry.

So I guess my first question is how long does the nausea last? I go back to work Monday and I'd like to feel better by then.

I'm also having a really hard time getting all of my Protein. The shakes and the powder make me gag just thinking about them. I've been trying different shakes but I don't like any of them. Is there anything that people seem to really like Protein wise?

Another question is does Water make you feel sick? I try to sip on Water all day but it seems like it makes me nauseous as well. Is that normal?

I'm just having a really had time so far with mine and I want to know that it will get better. But how long does that take? I know it will be worth it in the long run but right now it doesn't seem that way.

Thank you for any help!

[Tammylb 174]

Your stomach is still swollen so getting everything in is going to take time. Sip all day to get your fluids in . Your pain meds might be making u nauseas that was my case . Or u may be dehydrated . Just sip and walk sip and walk. Each day should be better then the previous .

[Tammylb 174]

I don't like Water , I drank Vitamin water and sugarfree drinks

[MommyMeghan 92]

Look at what you're eating also, eggs were a go to for me before surgery but now I can't tolerate them. Stay hydrated also, try the Vitamin Water zero add-ins, you can make the flavor as strong or weak as you like.

[juls0102 33]

I'm having a hard time getting my Protein in also. My doctor told me the first 2 weeks post op I am to focus on healing and hydrating. I stopped all pain meds on day 2 because I was so nauseous. I can't stand anything "sugar free", so my liquids are pretty much Water, some gatorade and I added unsweet iced tea yesterday and felt like I was in heaven!!! =) I'm definitely not getting in my 30 grams of Protein yet, but I'm trying.

Hang in there!!!!

[Missbaisah 23]

Sorry you're having a rough time. It does slowly get better. No really!!! I was dealing with a tummy ache long after my surgery and it was determined that I developed an ulcer after surg.... Oh boy I have had many days that I felt weak and hit a 2 week stall and questioned if I made the right choice (absolutely 100% I knew I did) but I just didn't feel good. food was nasty I got tired of liquids and everything mushy...lol BUT, I pressed on and realized that I wasn't eating enough and once I got the meds for my ulcer and started feeling much better I started eating regular foods, but far less of it. Yes, I do watch my calories and Proteins, etc. Today I stepped on the scale and voila~ it moved down 3 lbs, so worth it!!! I'm am finding that there are things I use to like that I no longer like or have a taste for, and that freaked me out.. but it's a good thing because obviously the things I used to like are the things that probably got me in the shape I was in..lol I am 8 weeks post op and down 38lbs from the date of surgery (not including my pre-op weight loss). I am wearing clothes I couldn't fit and boy that is a great feeling... Sorry for the book, just wanted to let you know it will get better.. Hang in there!!!!

[Zane's Mom 184]

The only way I can drink plain Water is during or after a workout when I'm just dehydrated.

Other than that I add flavor drops to Water or I love a great iced tea.

I have not been able to drink the Protein drinks I had pre surgery at all. Even 4 months out. I immediately bought unflavored Protein Powder and add it to everything I can tolerate.

I now have a shake, I mix up the brands, and a bar every day.

It does get better. You have literally woken up from surgery with a new life. And as a baby in the process everything is new and different.

At least you see the light ahead making it all worthwhile. So keep going in what your doing!!! I think the most important thing is the hydration.

Good luck