Eating is difficult

[leebick 448]

My surgery was on 9/15 and I am doing well. Still struggling to get all the Water in, but I came close to my Protein goals on most days. On 9/30 I was approved to go to "mushies." (My group doesn't do purees, per se; if you can mush it up well enough, I don't have to puree.) I was SO looking forward to this, but it's such a struggle! I'm following my phase diet plan, which says I can have 1 egg, scrambled, with 1T shredded cheese in it. Sounds so good at this point, but I just can't eat it. It's finely mushed up, I'm taking teeny bites and chewing thoroughly, but by the 2nd bite I start burping and my insides start gurgling. I can eat maybe one and a half tablespoons of this before I feel very uncomfortable. There's no warning- I'll be eating and gurgling, and then with the next little taste I am immediately uncomfortable. Yesterday I tried scrambled egg/cheese and chicken salad (just chicken w/a tiny bit of low fat mayo and some broth to moisten it all) and I just couldn't do it; gave up and went back to Protein shakes.

Should I keep trying to eat, or should I go back to full liquids for awhile? I really don't know what to expect here. I haven't ever felt full, in the way "full" used to feel; instead I get an uncomfortable pressure in my chest. My surgeon wasn't concerned about this, given where my sleeve is anatomically located. I guess this is my new "full" feeling. I can't imagine I'm getting enough protein on a tablespoon of egg or chicken, and it's so freaking uncomfortable when I eat. I'm hoping it'll get better, but right now I'm not really happy (but still know that this sleeve is the best thing I've ever done for myself!).

[MSer07 39]

That sounds terrible...I am pre-op surgery date, 11/14/16 so I am in need of more info on your situation...I'm thinking I'll only take 2 weeks off but it sounds like you are struggling, hoping for better days for you, keep pushing forward and update on your status. good luck.

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[Sai 785]

I couldn't have anything but liquids till week 3. pureed foods began at week 3. Pureeing it to a consistency of baby food (Literally. Ick, I know lol) is what I had to do. Instead of going back to liquid diet, perhaps trying pureeing it or trying some baby food, see if that helps. Your stomach is still swollen and therefore air gets caught up inside the tight tube while you're eating, the pressure you feel is the air having a difficult time trying to get out.

[rolosmom7 740]

My surgery was on 9/15 and I am doing well. Still struggling to get all the Water in, but I came close to my Protein goals on most days. On 9/30 I was approved to go to "mushies." (My group doesn't do purees, per se; if you can mush it up well enough, I don't have to puree.) I was SO looking forward to this, but it's such a struggle! I'm following my phase diet plan, which says I can have 1 egg, scrambled, with 1T shredded cheese in it. Sounds so good at this point, but I just can't eat it. It's finely mushed up, I'm taking teeny bites and chewing thoroughly, but by the 2nd bite I start burping and my insides start gurgling. I can eat maybe one and a half tablespoons of this before I feel very uncomfortable. There's no warning- I'll be eating and gurgling, and then with the next little taste I am immediately uncomfortable. Yesterday I tried scrambled egg/cheese and chicken salad (just chicken w/a tiny bit of low fat mayo and some broth to moisten it all) and I just couldn't do it; gave up and went back to Protein shakes.

Should I keep trying to eat, or should I go back to full liquids for awhile? I really don't know what to expect here. I haven't ever felt full, in the way "full" used to feel; instead I get an uncomfortable pressure in my chest. My surgeon wasn't concerned about this, given where my sleeve is anatomically located. I guess this is my new "full" feeling. I can't imagine I'm getting enough protein on a tablespoon of egg or chicken, and it's so freaking uncomfortable when I eat. I'm hoping it'll get better, but right now I'm not really happy (but still know that this sleeve is the best thing I've ever done for myself!).

I have the exact same problem. Egg didn't go well. Maybe got half of it in. No appetite at all.

[Farcaster 80]

I can't imagine I'm getting enough Protein on a tablespoon of egg or chicken, and it's so freaking uncomfortable when I eat. I'm hoping it'll get better, but right now I'm not really happy (but still know that this sleeve is the best thing I've ever done for myself!).

Currently, your stomach is still healing and you are contending with a lot of swelling. Once that goes down a bit more, you'll definitely be able to eat a bit more. As to whether you should switch back to liquids for a while, you should probably consult your surgeon or nutritionist. I'd probably keep trying on the "mashed" foods, but supplement with Protein shakes as well. I think at the stage you are currently at, I was having 1/2 cup of Protein shake for 2 out of my 6 total meals.

[highfunctioningfatman 2,675]

A lot of people have trouble with eggs. Try another Protein. I found crab and shrimp to be what I needed.

[leebick 448]

A lot of people have trouble with eggs. Try another Protein. I found crab and shrimp to be what I needed.

Sad but true, I am allergic to crustaceans. I might try some flounder or other soft white fish.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

A lot of folks have issues with eggs early out. Are you able to eat something like Greek yogurt or cottage cheese?

It sounds like you are figuring out what it is like to eat one bite too many.

Try slowing down and taking tiny bites. You will get a better feeling of when you are satisfied.

[rolosmom7 740]

I loved greek yogurt before and love it now. That I've kept down easier but takes me Breakfast and lunch to eat it with grazing - I know that's a big no no but that's hiw I can get it in.

They also make frozen popsicle type things from green yogurt that are good.

[busybeebug 415]

Your stomach might not be ready yet. Take a few days off and try something different like the chicken or turkey meatball. Take a bite then wait a few minutes to see if it sits well. You may only get a bite or two before full at first. Hang in there

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[busybeebug 415]

And by off, eat Soups protien drinks ect. Not everyone is ready to eat at your stage. Just don't give up but take it slow.

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[Tami_Lynn 77]

I was the same way, this is normal. Eat slow and small bites. I use a baby spoon.... Wait between bites to let it settle a bit before you get too far and get that pain... Oh it's an uncomfortable pain! I will be 8 weeks tomorrow and still chop a lot of my foods up with a pampered chef chopper.

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[mrssoupmix 61]

eggs are not allowed through my plan until after 8 weeks, due to them being such a harsh Protein to digest. I think like the others have said, Greek yogurt, finely pureed meats, and things like cream of wheat with unflavored Protein Powder my be gentler on your healing tummy.

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[rolosmom7 740]

eggs are not allowed through my plan until after 8 weeks, due to them being such a harsh Protein to digest. I think like the others have said, Greek yogurt, finely pureed meats, and things like cream of wheat with unflavored protein powder my be gentler on your healing tummy.

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Thanks. I'm skipping them scrambled. May try them in the ricotta bake. So odd as my surgeon's diet is strick. Clear Liquids 10 days and then full liquids days 11-14. The eggs were part of soft food. I have fish and such approved too - the rule is anything that can be mashed with a fork. But eggs did not not not go well. I think it set me back a few days actually.

How did everyone do moving to fish? Anyone find it odd that flaky fish and things much softer like mashed potatoes are in the same stage?

[blackbenzjeep@yahoo.com 20]

That sounds terrible...I am pre-op surgery date, 11/14/16 so I am in need of more info on your situation...I'm thinking I'll only take 2 weeks off but it sounds like you are struggling, hoping for better days for you, keep pushing forward and update on your status. good luck.

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I'm 12 days post op and I am no where near ready for work I'm taking a month off I have a desk job

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