Day 2 post op

[gihan 4]

Hi all

How long does it take to start losing weight ? I am 53 years old and have been overweight for the past 26 years. Also when will the stomach cramps stop? will i be able to eat bread soon ( i love bread and cheese ). Generally what to expect. Thanks

[jane13 2,256]

@@gihan - congrats on getting the sleeve!

My first question is did you see a NUT, pre-surgery? The diet pre-, post and for the few months should have been explained in detail. If they set a schedule out for you its what your truly need to follow.

I am about 4 months out and I rarely eat bread (bite or two) and I didn't eat hard cheeses for about a month out. My first real food was scrambled egg with sharp cheddar cheese. I eat that about twice a week.

I didn't have cramps post so I can only assume you are referring to bathroom trips. That was different for about a week. Once I was cleared for pureed foods and had them for a day or so the trips we a bit more normal. Pain meds will be a factor in BMs.

[gihan 4]

thank yoo

[Sharon1964 2,530]

My surgeon says no bread, no crackers, no Pasta for six months. Bread makes a Gummy ball in your stomach that can block the stomach. My surgeon has had to take people back to the operating room for bread and for ravioli.

[gihan 4]

Thanks for your kind reply.