Summer 2018 Surgery Buddies: POST-OP Discussion

[ernie55 15]

I'm having my sleeve on 8-9-18 starting liquid diet on the 26 for two weeks before surgery, I'm kind of scared excited and nervous all in one not sure what to expect

[Laura7 334]

My surgery is next week! So I’ll be part of this group soon!

[Dixie Jo 18]

I started my diet last Wednesday! My surgery is July 25! A Gastric Sleeve. I’m excited and scared but looking forward to the future and a much healthier life!

[mercmerc 144]

On 07/16/2018 at 14:30, Dixie Jo said:

I started my diet last Wednesday! My surgery is July 25! A Gastric Sleeve. I’m excited and scared but looking forward to the future and a much healthier life!

Hey mee too! Hows the diet going!!

[CourtsinPDX 14]

On 07/16/2018 at 11:11, Irisheyes2 said:

I am really struggling to get my Protein in, any suggestions?

I’ve tried adding unflavored Protein Powder (ISOPURE) to Premier Protein shakes in the blender to boost the Protein but not the Fluid volume. Also, Dymatize ISO-clear protein Water is helpful. It’s pretty sweet, so I cut it with water and sip on it. Constantly sipping....It’s a full time job! I hope this helps!

[Irisheyes2 3]

Thank you, I hadn’t heard of these products, I will definitely try them. Getting fluids in is a full time job. Thanks again, good luck with your weight loss.

[CourtsinPDX 14]

On 07/16/2018 at 11:52, Irisheyes2 said:

Thank you, I hadn’t heard of these products, I will definitely try them. Getting fluids in is a full time job. Thanks again, good luck with your weight loss.

You’re so welcome! I ordered both products on Amazon by the way. Best of luck to you too! 👊🏼👏🏼

[ernie55 15]

Thanks All for the feedback

[Bellasoo 45]

So, I had surgery on the 12th. I came home on the 14th. I am sore, of course but, I’ve noticed this afternoon, an almost pulling like sensation where my stomach meets my esophagus. It doesn’t really feel like heartburn, more of a soreness in there. When I eat and drink I can feel it. I’m wondering if it’s my staple line? Does this sound familiar to anyone?

[J San 1,072]

@Irisheyes2 It is hard at first to get the amount of Fluid in that they want us to. I've been around 40oz but today got a bit further. I havn't been able to get all my Protein in either but I'm not worried about it. I noticed it's getting better as each day goes by so I know it will eventually get there. Just take your time with it and worry about the fluid oz in over the protein. Today I boiled some Bone Broth with onions and carrots, a dash of onion and garlic powder and a small sprinkle of red pepper flake. I strained it after and drank it warm. It was 100% better than the plain broth I've been having these last few days and I think drinking it warm made it go down so much easier.

Best of luck to you!!!!

[J San 1,072]

@Bellasoo Sorry I can't really give you any help on what your feeling as I havn't experienced it myself. I doubt it's the staple line though. I'm pretty sure the staple line is on the bottom of the stomach. Maybe it's your stomach being full that you are feeling? I had a guy at my surgeon's office tell me he had a similar feeling and that was his marker to stop eating. If you are concerned call your surgeon team. There is no reason not to, Better safe than sorry.

Good Luck!!!!

Edited July 16, 2018 by J San

[nourishing heather 36]

I've started blogging about my weight loss surgery! Just another example of ways this process is changing me already! August 1st cannot come soon enough, I am so excited!!!

My Blog: www.nourishingheather.com

HW: 325
CW: 314
Surgery Date: 8/1/18
GW: 160

[NewGirl2018 3]

So I had surgery July 2nd. Everything is trucking along but now, I get incredibly belchy while eat my liquid meals. And, I think I’ve fallen victim to the 3 week stall. In fact, my weight went up a half pound between today and yesterday and a half pound between Monday and Tuesday. Yeah, I don’t really have a question, just wallowing in my own self pity.

[BrowneyedGal 5]

41 minutes ago, NewGirl2018 said:

So I had surgery July 2nd. Everything is trucking along but now, I get incredibly belchy while eat my liquid meals. And, I think I’ve fallen victim to the 3 week stall. In fact, my weight went up a half pound between today and yesterday and a half pound between Monday and Tuesday. Yeah, I don’t really have a question, just wallowing in my own self pity.

I am in the same boat...surgery was June 27 and I have stalled this week as well as gained a pound. Frustrating and just trying not to get discouraged!

[apeek 9]

3wks post!