I can't live like this!

[gladiola64 4]

Have you tried other forms of healing for the nausea? I'm an essential oil user so I'd try ginger and peppermint topically or diffused. Acupuncture can help too. Just thought it might add to what's already been said. Good luck. I hope to have my surgery in november

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[Djmohr 6,965]

@@gladiola64

I was going to suggest the same thing! I swear by them. I recently had Brachioplasty and I am alergic to the dressings used which can not be removed for 3 weeks so I am stuck.

That caused a bit of a rough recovery for me. I started diffusing and using them topically on my arms. I am a true believer, they are calming, help with Migraine, with pain, with stress, with nausea.

You can treat just about anything with therapeutic grade essential oils.

[James Marusek 5,244]

Thank you all for your replies. As far as the Protein, that's an absolute HECK no!! I have tried premier, Atkins juice Protein, syntax nectar in about 8 flavors, soy protein, nothing. Even the smell makes me vomit. Same things with the Vitamins. Ive tried them crushed, I have chewable AND liquid Vitamins and all of them come straight out. My doctor just told me I will have to come in at least once weekly for IV solutions which really makes me sad. I'm nauseated literally 24 hours a day. I can keep down Water but I can't stand this nauseas feeling. To be honest with you guys, I am feeling really upset with myself for ever doing this surgery. I had no health problems and did it only because I wanted to be "skinny". What I wouldn't give right now to go back and give my past self a look into the future...I feel like I sold my soul to the devil for the sake of vanity!!

Summer Gonzalez bypass: 7/26/16

Protein is really important. There are so many different types of protein supplements available; that there is one that will probably fit your needs. I used Muscle Milk Light (vanilla creme) Protein powder and mixed it with Water and added a half a banana in the blender for my Protein shake. Others seem to like premixed Isopure. In the worse case, you might fall back on milk which is fortified with powdered milk. 32 ounces of 1% milk combined with 1 cup dry milk provides 56 grams of protein. It might take you all day to drink this. But it also helps to meet your daily Fluid requirements.

[Pazza 199]

Hey there. I'm sorry you are feeling like this. I had really bad nausea for a long time too. The taste of the Protein might change after the nausea settles down.

Some other users have given great questions about pain meds and gasx. With gas x you can get the liquid given to babies and that helps especially in the beginning.

Dehydration can make nausea worse. So it becomes a cycle. Has your dr given you anti nausea meds? One thing that really helped me was crushing dramamine. Your dr has to clear you for it. They taste is extremely bitter! So it isn't fun to take but it helps.

Also this is a really emotional time. I read that certain hormones are stored in fat and since you are burning that fat they are released. It can really mess worth a person. Give it time.

Best of luck

[cat.jackson89 206]

Your dr might be able to prescribe zofran. Ask! It helps so much! They also have chewable Dramamine

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[Jane???? 63]

Just drink your Water... even this first week or two, the Protein isn't as important as the Water. Which Protein drinks are you using? If you can't stand them right now, try another one. Premier Protein is a popular one (the ready to drink variety). Just keep sipping your water though so you don't need those IV bags. If you can keep that down, consider it a victory - for now.

I am only 11.5 weeks out, and I am doing mostly great. I can't eat what others can eat though, and while this is hard for me, I'm finding ways to deal with it, as you need to.

Find the Protein Drink you can handle, get your rest, and try to walk as much as you can... it really does help with recovery. You still have the anesthesia running through your body. This also takes time to go away.

Hang in there! It'll all be OK in a few weeks!

Hydration and Protein are equally important

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[psvzum 81]

@@nickisleeve

We all have to read labels and take all nutrition into consideration. These have :

1G Sugar

2G Sugar Alcohol

2% Total Carbs

and,

0 Protein

25 Calories

Got me through the first couple of weeks after surgery.

[pammieanne 269]

Just drink your Water... even this first week or two, the Protein isn't as important as the Water. Which Protein drinks are you using? If you can't stand them right now, try another one. Premier Protein is a popular one (the ready to drink variety). Just keep sipping your water though so you don't need those IV bags. If you can keep that down, consider it a victory - for now.

I am only 11.5 weeks out, and I am doing mostly great. I can't eat what others can eat though, and while this is hard for me, I'm finding ways to deal with it, as you need to.

Find the Protein Drink you can handle, get your rest, and try to walk as much as you can... it really does help with recovery. You still have the anesthesia running through your body. This also takes time to go away.

Hang in there! It'll all be OK in a few weeks!

Hydration and Protein are equally important

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It's my understanding that for the first couple of weeks - only - that water is more important. Obviously as you progress, and keep yourself hydrated, that the protein becomes as important as the water. But the first few days to two weeks, she needs to stay hydrated any way she can, and if it's just water, then it's just water.

Of course, she also needs to continue to try Protein Drinks until she finds one she can drink without gagging on it.

Perhaps holding your nose while you drink them? Seriously, is it the taste that is grossing you out?

I often wonder if more picky eaters have issues with things like this than people that will eat anything?

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I haven't read through all the responses, but have you tried different temperatures? Have you tried adding Water enhancers or infusions to your plain Water? Plain water was the hardest thing for me to drink for quite a while. Adding crystal light, Mio drops, or other infusions really helped.

Have you tried ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates? I started using them (undiluted over crushed ice) in the hospital.

[Karen Kenney 61]

@@summersslim I'm so sorry you're having such a hard time. Did they give you anti nausea meds, that will help a lot. Sip Water all day, little tiny sips. Water and broth, don't worry about Protein or Vitamins, you need to stay hydrated

[Krista143 20]

Hi summersslim,

I don't know if this will help for your particular situation, but since I made the choice to stay the journey to a healthier me, I've done a ton of research. Thought maybe this website might help you. Just be sure that your Protein powder is the right kind for your dietary needs.

http://proteinpow.com/2015/06/flavoringyourownproteinpowders.html

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[Mudgy6 88]

I'm feeling like that now and I'm suppose to go back to work on Friday. I'm afraid to go back to work because of the dizzy spells

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[kjones1 14]

I'm sorry you're going through this...I know, it sucks. But ... like the other replies, it really does get better. I felt the same way immediately after surgery. I had mine Aug. 1st of this year; I'm only 5 weeks out. I remember feeling "Oh my god, what have I done?" or "Why?" sugar free popsicles are my best friend. I seem to be able to get those in better than anything else - they save me in getting in my liquids!! I too have been (and still am, unfortunately) dealing with 24/7 nausea (and occassional vomiting spells) since surgery. I came home on the scopalamine patch and zofran. The patch actually made my vision so bad I couldn't see my hand in front of my face. Once we figured that out, the patch was immediately discontinued. I am taking zofran and phenergan around the clock, in addition to my other post surgery meds. Because of the nausea, I did have to stick with liquids for awhile, then slowly moved into pureeds. I'm just starting soft foods - but it's been rough. I'm going back to pureeds for a bit longer. I've also had to go in for fluids because of dehydration.

Even with ALL of the nausea, the Constipation, vomiting, just feeling BLAH, I am finally to the point where I can say I am GLAD I made this decision. I'm starting to see and FEEL results, and that is worth it. I hear that eventually the nausea will get better ... I hope so.

Good luck ... hang in there. You CAN do this!!

[joy cox 2]

Those organic sugar free Popsicle became my best friend especially the green ones.I buy them by the case now. I felt the same after surgery. I had my bypass 6/17 and in the last 4 weeks I started feeling better. I couldn't keep Water down. It would hit my stomach like a brick which is why I went to the Popsicles. Keep with your Protein, Vitamins and keep drinking and you will start to feel better

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[Mudgy6 88]

It's hard for me right now because I keep feeling sick and tired. sugar free Popsicles are way too sweet now. Upsets me big time. My pouch is not liking anything. After 2 bites, im stuffed. A third bite and I will be hugging my toilet again.

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