One week/1 day post -op

[mfoxworthy 18]

Hi All,

I just had my surgery 1 week and 1 day ago. I've been in quite a bit of pain and I'm quite depressed. I hear that this is perfectly normal, but I haven't seen anyone on this site mention it. I haven't had in solid food since October 4 and wont have any for another 3 weeks. I think it's strange that someone would say this is the easy way out, instead of losing weight the traditional way. This is honestly the hardest thing I have ever done in my life. I'm sorry if I'm scaring anyone, because that is certainly not my intention, Does anyone have any words of wisdom for me?

[KristenLe 5,980]

@@mfoxworthy I'm sorry you're having difficulties. It is completely normal. Your hormones are all out of whack and contributing to the depression. Hopefully your pain improves soon. Stay hydrated - that's most important right now. It's definitely not the easy way out! Stay strong! I finally had mushy food today and it tasted so good. It'll all be worth it!

[mfoxworthy 18]

@@mfoxworthy I'm sorry you're having difficulties. It is completely normal. Your hormones are all out of whack and contributing to the depression. Hopefully your pain improves soon. Stay hydrated - that's most important right now. It's definitely not the easy way out! Stay strong! I finally had mushy food today and it tasted so good. It'll all be worth it!

Ah, mushy food, I absolutely can't wait. Thank you so much for your words of encouragement.

[James Marusek 5,244]

Things do get easier but that does not happen overnight. It took me 6 months to reach my happy state when all the problems seemed to melt away.

[marieac2 85]

Hang in there! Your almost thru the pain part. I have had numerous surgeries and the first couple of days are the worst. Try and sip on your Water & keep your mouth moist with the swabs.... rest, rest and ask for more pain meds. They do not want your suffer. Check in tomorrow & let me know how you are doing ❤️

[mfoxworthy 18]

Hang in there! Your almost thru the pain part. I have had numerous surgeries and the first couple of days are the worst. Try and sip on your Water & keep your mouth moist with the swabs.... rest, rest and ask for more pain meds. They do not want your suffer. Check in tomorrow & let me know how you are doing ❤️

Thank you so much. I'm a bit better today. I guess everyday get a bit easier, huh? I so want to be at the place where I can eat mushies. I'm so over this liquid diet. Thanks again for your kindness.

[shedo82773 1,236]

I'm 3 years out and had my RNY on July 2, 2013. Those hormones are the total PITS!!!! Just hang in there it does get better each and every day. I noticed you said you feel a little better today. I understand how hard the liquid diet is but...just think about this: you just had a major surgery. Your stomach has been messed with BIG TIME!!! Everything your team tells you is very important to follow for sure. It will be over before you know it. When I had my RNY I had to do 2 weeks of Protein drinks for my preop and 4 weeks of them for postop. And I was still afraid to eat!!! You CAN DO THIS!!!! YOU"VE GOT THIS!!! KMeep your eyes on the PRIZE!!!

[mfoxworthy 18]

I'm 3 years out and had my RNY on July 2, 2013. Those hormones are the total PITS!!!! Just hang in there it does get better each and every day. I noticed you said you feel a little better today. I understand how hard the liquid diet is but...just think about this: you just had a major surgery. Your stomach has been messed with BIG TIME!!! Everything your team tells you is very important to follow for sure. It will be over before you know it. When I had my RNY I had to do 2 weeks of Protein drinks for my preop and 4 weeks of them for postop. And I was still afraid to eat!!! You CAN DO THIS!!!! YOU"VE GOT THIS!!! KMeep your eyes on the PRIZE!!!

Thank you so much for the encouragement, i truly need it right now. I'm just so surprised that I'm having such a hard time. For some reason, I honestly thought I would breeze right through this. I'm taking your advice and I will keep my eye on the prize!!!!