nanno90 0 Posted February 2, 2015 Will it always be this way? I'm 2 weeks post Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
old_rn 110 Posted February 2, 2015 It will change. Right now you still have swelling. It does get easier but let your new tummy be your guide Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BryBro63 410 Posted February 2, 2015 No, definitely not. As your sleeve heals, it feels much better to eat, and as you get used to it as well as start transitioning to different foods, you'll feel much more comfortable until the point that you feel 'normal' again. Just keep in mind that it will take a little time, and you will need to learn your body and learning your limits will indeed come natural to you. Wishing you the very best success!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amyecpa 33 Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) Will it always be this way? I'm 2 weeks postNot to hijack your post, but I am wondering the same thing. It kinda feels like a stabbing feeling when I swallow is that what you're experiencing? BTW, I'm just 6 days post op and on full liquids Edited February 2, 2015 by amyecpa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 2, 2015 I am 6 weeks post-op and I still can't eat solid food. I have tried everything I know to try. food makes nauseated and I am constantly getting sick to my stomach. I just want to feel good again, I have lost a lot of weight and I am proud of that fact but how long will this last. I can't live off of Protein Shakes forever. I feel like it gets stuck in my throat. Everyone keeps telling me that I should be eating by now. Has anyone else had this problem this far out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wantingabetterlife 364 Posted February 2, 2015 Eat SLOW, very SLOW and CHEW, CHEW, CHEW! I had the same problem initially and it was because I wasn't waiting long enough between bites, taking too large of a bite, and not chewing it until it was almost not there. After I learned that, it got much easier. Best of luck to you and hope it gets better soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 2, 2015 Thank you, I will keep trying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AvaFern 3,516 Posted February 2, 2015 I am 16 months out and sometimes eating is stil miserable. For example, this morning I had about 1/3 of a bowl of oatmeal and for some reason it made me nauseous. Now I am eating turkey, another food that doesn't usually make me sick, and I just don't feel great. I tried Thai food Saturday and I puked for an hour. I can't eat more than a bite or two of sweets or I start getting hot flashes and want to barf. Eating anything that is major Protein oriented sort of blows. I wouldn't trade it though for being the size I am now. I knew going in that I would be giving up the enjoyment of food, so now I appreciate the bite or two I get, and move on. That being said, I also felt like I was swallowing rocks the first few weeks. That part does go away! It is no longer physically painful to eat, however if you don't eat very slowly and in small portions, you will likely be barfing a lot. The sleeve will work, you just have to know that it's not always going to be a good time. Feel better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 2, 2015 AvaFern: Thank you so much for your post, I was beginning to think that I was crazy. I know so many people who have had the surgery and have no problems at all. This past Tuesday I barfed so much I thought I busted a rib. I know I am chewing my food enough and I know that I take tiny little bites. I am sorry that you are having the same trouble. I guess we are in the 10% that have problems. I hope you get better and thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,727 Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) I'm 5 months post-op and eating is no longer uncomfortable for me unless I eat too much. I can eat anything without issue now, but if I eat too much, it is VERY uncomfortable. I'm getting better and better at correctly judging the amount I'll be able to eat before I eat it so I don't get to that point. Edited February 2, 2015 by JamieLogical Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 4, 2015 Can anyone help! I am so sick, I was up again last night throwing up. I have tried taking tiny bites and chewing until my food disappears. Still I stay sick, I can't eat... My tummy burns all the time. I can't be the only one that this is happening too and there has to be something that will help. I am at my wits end Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,727 Posted February 4, 2015 @@Edavidson Have you called your surgeon? That should be your first step. Are you on a PPI like omeprazole? That might help with the "burning" you are feeling. Are you on anything for the nausea? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amyecpa 33 Posted February 4, 2015 Can anyone help! I am so sick, I was up again last night throwing up. I have tried taking tiny bites and chewing until my food disappears. Still I stay sick, I can't eat... My tummy burns all the time. I can't be the only one that this is happening too and there has to be something that will help. I am at my wits end What does your surgeon say? From all I've read, this is not normal. Several posters with complications have described the same thing. A stricture is what comes to mind. I'm hoping some vets will come along and give their two cents. I'm still a newbie ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 4, 2015 I called my surgeon's office and they told me to take smaller bites and chew until the food disappears in my mouth. They didn't seem concerned. I did call my family physician but I can't Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edavidson 84 Posted February 4, 2015 get in to see her until the 13th of February. I have nothing for the vomiting but I am hoping my Dr. will give me somthing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
