3 days post

[ericaseymore 23]

Still in a lot of pain is it normal to still fill the discomfort when I drink something

[orionburn 1,024]

Yes, totally normal. We all heal differently and it takes time for the swelling to go down. I really struggled with the little Protein Drinks they gave me during my hospital stay. I actually wasn't allowed to have a glass of water...only ice chips to suck on. After a few days it got easier and easier to drink. Just takes some time.

[blizair09 3,250]

You are just beginning the healing process, so you'll probably experience those sensations for a little while. It will get better and better with each passing day and week.

Good luck!

[Navigating the Wilderness 824]

Yup, completely normal.

[360lyMe 40]

Yes. Give it a week.

[1poundatatime 174]

Be sure to take small sips!

[kristenmh 68]

Today is day 3 for me. I'm definitely building strength as the day does on -- I've managed to get down 10 ounces of Protein Shake. I can tell this is going to become a full time job (getting in my protein) for the next few weeks.

Thinking of all my fellow sleevers today -- thank you all for your support, insights and friendship.

[ThickGirl5683 318]

I am 3 days post op and I'm only allowed broth, Jello I start my Protein Shakes on Friday. Thankfully I don't feel any pain or discomfort when I drink. The one problem I am having is this DISGUSTING store bought broth. I've got to find something else ASAP. I also have a little pain in my left shoulder

[maryrod 3]

Make some Soups and flavor it with bouillon squares. Im 7 days post op and the shoulder pain was very strong right after surgery. It was actually in my right chest but extended into my right shoulder now. But it getting better...not as bad anymore.

[1234567890 328]

Drinking is a bit difficult first 3 days, sip sip sip, and walk as much as you can, every day gets better, you will feel normal by the 5th day... dont be afraid to take or ask for pain medication if needed. Also, get gas-x strips to relieve gas pain, best of luck with your recovery.. Im only 11 days post op, feel like new.... small discomforts in incisions, but normal

[ericaseymore 23]

Thank you all so much I was really getting discouraged can't swallow it's very uncomfortable not to much pain in my incisions only pain under Brest but I know that's gas I can walk that out

[ShelterDog64 2,364]

Yep, it's normal! Just small sips, all the time. And you're right about the gas...walk it off. You'll start feeling better about 1 week out and by a month, you'll feel almost as good as new. Congratulations on your surgery, the next part is amazing as the weight drops off and you start feeling better

[ericaseymore 23]

Ok thanks glad to know f

[Jahni~n~JahmirMOM 3]

The same here. I'm 3 days post op and I feel better by the day. Question? Is it normal to feel like someone is choking the upper part of your stomach and if so how long did it last. I can deal with the soreness the discomfort is the worst [emoji32][emoji29][emoji27][emoji32]

[orionburn 1,024]

7 hours ago, Jahni~n~JahmirMOM said:

The same here. I'm 3 days post op and I feel better by the day. Question? Is it normal to feel like someone is choking the upper part of your stomach and if so how long did it last. I can deal with the soreness the discomfort is the worst

Do you feel that choking sensation after you drink water/protein? I must have had some terrible swelling the first few days because everything felt like it gave me heartburn and would sit at the top of my stomach. It felt like the entrance to my stomach was swollen shut and didn't want to let anything through and caused a lot of discomfort. The good news is that yes, it will pass, but it just sucks while you're going through it. I tried to keep my sips small and evenly paced out as best as I could to help alleviate the discomfort.