How is or was it for you? 6days out

[melcedes_r 3]

Hey!

I'm 6 days out and i always have this feeling like i have gas stuck in my chest and i need to burped like a baby. Also i haven't had BM yet but i am passing gas . My nutritionist wants to me have to protien shakes a day, but it take me all day just to finish one .

Anyways how is it going for u?

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[susie66 58]

I'm 9 days out and had my first BM today. Also cleared for soft foods and exercise.

At 6 days I was still very gassy and not feeling good. Feeling much better 3 days on.

[tgun25 29]

I'm POD 7, but the 6th day was the roughest. I drank about 2/3 of a Protein shake and my stomach rebelled and wrecked me for the day. I did get a bottle of Atkins Protein Water (20g protein) and got that down, but again, it was rough. I had lots of gas issues. But today, way better. My NUT said not to worry too much about getting 60g of protein, just get some and work it in gradually. I've had a few BMs, nothing much. Have you tried Gas X strips? They help with gas.

I did have my one week follow up with my surgeon and I'm down 17 lbs so that was really nice to see. Just want to get the protein train going in high gear, but I'm not going to rush it.

Troy

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[teddybearsrevenge 16]

I'm having my surgery this morning and it's way weird to consider that I might not use my bowels again in a hurry. However it's great to know that this is nothing to worry about so thanks for the heads up guys.

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[tgun25 29]

Another item that was a game changer in recovery was this Velcro body wrap thing I used that I would wrap around my abdomen. It supported my sore abdomen and allowed me to sleep on my sides...it was huge!

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[melcedes_r 3]

I'm POD 7, but the 6th day was the roughest. I drank about 2/3 of a Protein shake and my stomach rebelled and wrecked me for the day. I did get a bottle of Atkins Protein Water (20g protein) and got that down, but again, it was rough. I had lots of gas issues. But today, way better. My NUT said not to worry too much about getting 60g of protein, just get some and work it in gradually. I've had a few BMs, nothing much. Have you tried Gas X strips? They help with gas.

I did have my one week follow up with my surgeon and I'm down 17 lbs so that was really nice to see. Just want to get the protein train going in high gear, but I'm not going to rush it.

Troy

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Congrats on the 17lbs! And thanks for the tips!!

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I'm having my surgery this morning and it's way weird to consider that I might not use my bowels again in a hurry. However it's great to know that this is nothing to worry about so thanks for the heads up guys.

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Goodluck!

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[melcedes_r 3]

Wish there was an edit button on this I sound so illiterate. This is what happens when your high on medication LOL

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[pet195959 10]

I am 3 months post op. Having gas is normal, I used Gas X strips. I also used a stool softener regular as not to get constipated. I am not recommended anything I done only saying this is what worked for me. I had to take little sips all day long to start with as not to have that full feeling in your chest that makes you feel like vomiting. I personally was not able to meet my Protein and Water goals, in the beginning, no matter how much I tried. On a positive note, it has got better and better as time goes by. Everyone is different as to what they can or cannot do. Pamper yourselves and don't worry it usually always works out for the good in time. It has for me. The only thing that bothers me now is I do not tolerate meat very well. I also have a very restricted stomach and can eat very little at a time, maybe 4 or 5 tablespoons at a time. This does not bother me Best of luck to everyone on their journey. I am so proud I was able to have this done, I have no regrets.