One Week Post OP

[xAngieBabyx 2]

This has been a horrible week I had my surgery Dec 11 and everyday I wish I didn't do it!! I have had severe pain Everytime I drink I have spasms does it ever get better and I think I am hungry??? I tried a Jello cup today it made my stomach hurt! Is anyone else having these issues??

[onmywaytoonederland 236]

Ask the dr to prescribe an antispasmotic. I took hyoscyamine and it was a lifesaver. Try drinking warm stuff (even heat up your Protein shake). Hope you feel better very soon.

[mz.newlife54 103]

Hi. Sorry for the way you're feeling but it does get better. Just allow your body time to heal especially your sleeve. Your sleeve is very swollen and you have to allow time for all the swelling to go down.

[xAngieBabyx 2]

Ty

[Justoperated 141]

I had it the first 2 days after surgery and had exactly the same feeling, what have got myself into. But now I am better. I am Day 5 post surgery. Still only taking broth and dilute juice. Have trouble taking supplement, I think I have lactose intolerance. Tomorrow will try lactose free supplement.

[MrsMurky721 130]

My surgery was 12/11 as well! I also had that hungry feeling. Turned out it was a combination of gas pain and acid reflux. I started taking Reglan two days ago and it got so much better. Every now and then, though, I do feel what I think is hunger. I also had TERRIBLE sharp shooting pains that would start from the bottom of my belly and move up. It took my pain from a 2 to an 8 easy. Damn they hurt. Turns out it was gas. Reglan also helped with that. Try talking to your Doc!

[ProjectMe 909]

I'm so sorry that you are in pain. I am 4 days out and while I do experience spasms every now and again, I just breathe my way through it and it's gone before you know it. Also, I noticed I get spasms if I drink too much, too fast. My surgeon automatically puts all his patients on nexium to control acid production, so haven't had any problems with that. Hope you feel better!

[Jacqlynlowe 0]

I am two days out of surgery gastric sleeve. I am confused about the next few weeks on what I should be eating or drinking. I have a vague idea but would like to know from people who has walked this road. Also I am supposed to start my Vitamins tomorrow. Should I split them up am and pm or all at one time?

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

This has been a horrible week I had my surgery Dec 11 and everyday I wish I didn't do it!! I have had severe pain Everytime I drink I have spasms does it ever get better and I think I am hungry??? I tried a Jello cup today it made my stomach hurt! Is anyone else having these issues??

Call your doctor. It should not be that painful. He may be able to prescribe you something for the spasms. If Jello is not sitting well with your sleeve, try something else.

I am two days out of surgery gastric sleeve. I am confused about the next few weeks on what I should be eating or drinking. I have a vague idea but would like to know from people who has walked this road. Also I am supposed to start my Vitamins tomorrow. Should I split them up am and pm or all at one time? ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1419125633.955667.jpg

Call your doctor or nutritionist. Every program has a different protocol.

My program provides a handbook that covers everything from pre to post op for up to a year out. However some programs want pts. on Clear liquids post-op, others allow full liquids. The time periods vary as well. I did 2 weeks full liquids, then purees, then soft foods, then regular food as tolerated. I was advised to remember to separate the Calcium Citrate and Vitamin D3 since they cancel each other out. Others are only advised to take a multi Vitamin. If you are unsure you need to contact your program and have them clarify.

[xAngieBabyx 2]

Day 12 and it has got extremely better I can actually can go all day without taking a pain pill!!! Now they said I can start eating puréed food and I tried eggs today they got caught and my stomach had severe pains from that but I guess in time that will go away too! I am down 35 pounds!!!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

The key for many is to cook the eggs really soft. Add a bit of milk to them. I add a little greek yogurt. Also don;t forget to eat super, duper slow.

[xAngieBabyx 2]

Does anyone know when does the pain when you swallow whatever your drinking or eating goes away?? As soon as something hits my stomach it feels like I'm having a huge muscle spasm or cramping!!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

It gets better as you heal. It's one of the reasons why you have to sip sloooowwly. It the spasms get too bad you can ask your doctor to prescribe something but try and remember to be gentle to your healing tummy.