POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

After a day of incredible pain, I called my surgeon. He told me told me to go to the ER, where I would have a CT scan to look for leaks. Sure enough, there was over 1.5 liters of blood in my abdomen. After another surgery, I'm resting in my hospital room, proving once again that Murphy's Law is still alive and well for me!

I am just about 3 weeks post op gastric bypass and looking for more ideas of pureed foods. I am so tired of eggs, refried beans and yogurt. I'm going to try the ricotta bake and smoothies tomorrow, but still need a few ideas to keep it interesting. Can't tolerate tofu or fat free gravy and not allowed to have meat yet. Thanks in advance Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

I am 2 weeks out and I am curious what everyone lost by this point? I am worried that I messed something up or I can't loose more etc (I know that it takes time but I feel Impatient) I lost 20lbs in week one and nothing since!!! Is that normal? I also have troubles getting hurt enough protein etc in daily, could this been preventing me from loosing more? I also have a higher starting weight. On the day of surgery I was 361, today I am 340....any suggestions would be great :-)

I had my 6 month check in today and they are happy with my progress. I'm down 84 pounds from my highest weight. But somehow still feel like I'm failing. I'm 266 and would personally like to reach 150. So that will have to be 200 pounds total loss. My surgeon thinks I'll only reach 180. I know not much difference but it just smarts I guess. My nut says I should still only be eating 1/2 cup food total per meal. But I can eat more than that and have mainly been eating til comfortably full. Is this truly what I should be eating per meal? My surgeon was surprised I was still feeling any restriction with my sleeve this far out and that really confused me. I thought r…

Does anyone have issues with water hurting? No matter how small of sips I take it feels like a rock in my stomach. All other liquids go down fine, including crystal light. I used to love water, now I dread trying to drink it.

My surgeon had me start on full liquids when I got home from the hospital yesterday. The list he gave me included grits, cream of wheat and mashed potatoes thinned. I keep picturing those tiny grit pieces getting stuck on my staple line. Is this a typical stage one diet or is it usually clear liquids only? I'm only 3 days post-op and am nervous about eating anything except broth, yogurt and water.

Hi gang! I'm doing pretty well, at least in terms of weight loss. I'm exercising every day, walking on my treadmill and swimming when time allows. I still find myself struggling with denser forms of protein. I am a little more than 8 weeks out. Sometimes I curse this difficulty but I know in reality it's my tool working for me. I can't do eggs of any style (I loved them before). My favorite meal is Zoodles with meat sauce (and protein powder). I have trouble with chicken especially white meat. The other day they served us paella at work and I took a few shrimp out of there and had that and even that made me gag. I can do ground up Wendy's chili and that goes d…

Hi, I'm two days post op and my throat is killing me. I'm guessing it was the breathing tube. But I'm on tramadol so I don't get why it doesn't kill the pain? Anyone else have this?

Has anyone had the same or similar feeling after post-op? Today i am 2 weeks post-op and been feeling like i have something in my throat that will not go down. Don't know what could this be. My surgeon repaired a hiatal hernia i had also during the procedure.

What shakes is everyone using as there protein shake? Any idea on which one is good and which one sleeve people can take? Thank you!

Hi all, I was sleeved Thursday morning 8/10/17. I am now on day three. I have no appetite so I am forcing down my shake. I really would know long long it took before you could drink normally without sipping. I know the purpose of sipping but not how long.

Hi Group, So I'm a month and 2 weeks post op. My doctor already cleared me to work out and do weights. I have spoken to a few people that said to stay away from weight as it may stall the weight loss process. Any recommendation or can anyone share there own experience. Im don't want to stall the weight loss but I think incorporating weights will help with the skin and muscle. Thanks

Hi all- I was sleeved on 7/31. Since Sunday night, I've had near constant stomach pain. It's not a throbbing pain, just a constant "punched in the gut" feeling. It's been very difficult to sleep and do much of anything during the day because of it. Doesn't matter if I'm standing, sitting, or laying down - nothing makes it more comfortable. I consulted with my surgeon yesterday and he didn't seem concerned as I don't have any symptoms of sleeve leakage (no fever, swelling, etc). Said I could restart the pain meds again, which I've done, and they have pretty much eliminated the pain, even if it's only for four hours at a time. I'm concerned because I felt pretty goo…

I was just sleeved on 8/10/17. I am struggling with getting my fluids in because everything has a horrible taste. Any suggestions and how does the loss of taste last?

Has anyone had any issues with taste after surgery? I was sleeved on 7/11 and can't seem to tolerate protein drinks, protein powders, artificial sweeteners, dairy. Everything tastes so sweet or milk tastes so sour. I've ordered a protein powder made from egg whites hopefully that will be better. Even water doesn't taste very good. Hoping this is temporary. It has been a struggle getting my fluids in and I haven't met protein goals yet. Sent from my SM-G935R4 using BariatricPal mobile app

The deed is done! And I can finally fill in my surgery weight. Hw-195 bmi 35.5 Sw-180 bmi 32.9 Gw-TBD Got here at 7am, sleeved at 9am, now in my room. Pain is minimal, gas pressure comes and goes. 3 small burps so far. Patiently Waiting for ice chips... Thanks to everyone who has shared their experiences. It helped me understand what to expect. Blessings! Robin Sent from my XT1254 using BariatricPal mobile app

After being on liquids since July 7th I had my first puree meal. I've been waiting for this day. My stomach is talking to me, but all went down well and I didn't have any complications. I could only eat about 4 baby spoonfuls. This pyrex will last me forever!

I have gotten my calories up to 400 5 days out. Just wondering where others are in their journey and how much you are getting in ??

I am checking out 2 programs for my WLS, and after first info session last week I was all for the sleeve. Then had info session tonight with the other program, and they made RNY sounded like a much more sound choice, given that there's 20 years of data on the procedure, most reliable loss, AND. The surgeon told us not everyone experiences dumping syndrome.....I thought ALL RNYs caused dumping for all patients??? The surgeon said only about 20% of their patients experience dumping.... Is this possible? Please tell me your experience with RNY and dumping syndrome? I really was leaning sleeve out of fear of living with dumping, but maybe it's not as prevalent as I feared…

Hi friends, Need advice from those of you farther out than me. I'm going on a work conference a little over a month from now. I'll be there for 4 days, and meals will be provided by the hotel. My organization is great, and are more than willing to make accommodations if needed. I just don't know what to ask for or what I'll be eating by then! What were you mostly eating at 10 weeks out? What should I request? I'm flying in a few days early to visit a friend and that will give me a chance to purchase a few things like protein shakes, cheese sticks, etc. I'll also request a mini fridge and microwave when checking in to the hotel. Any other tips?

I’m a newbie here, getting sleeve in September. Has anyone started vitamins prior to surgery and also, anyone using or tried the vitamin patches? Trying to get myself prepped and wondered if vitamins in advance would help boost my system.

Can you have tomato soup post op? Bought a whole bunch of broth but I dont see myself not having some sort of flavor.

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Help!!!! I have this bad my food gets stuck every time I eat. And I have to drink to push it down or it's painful does anyone else have this issue?

I was sleeved on July 16, I'm on purées and soft foods but just can't with this urge of something spicy.

I had surgery a week ago and have only lost 2 lbs from day of surgery!! My doctor has me on clear liquids the first week and I have been perfect - getting over 60 ounces in without a problem and no cheating. I see all these posts about loosing a ton the first week and it's making me worried. Anyone who has been around for a bit care to weigh in here??

Any suggestions on how to cook or season lean proteins that doesn't end up with them being super dry and boring? I mean, I'm super excited to finish the pureed stage in a week but the thought of eating poached or baked lean proteins sound dry and flavorless. Sent from my SM-G930P using BariatricPal mobile app

Did anyone have to drink some nasty liquid before surgery for pre op testing? I know after you need a swallow test but never heard of before.

Has anyone used the vitamin and B12 patches? My Dr had no experience or info on them. If you use them, do you like them and do they provide everything you need post op?

I've recently just started eating mashed potatoes with a little gravy and I hold it well with no problems but the slightest taste of rice will have me on vomit alert!!!! Some are vice versa it's crazy

Has anyone eaten Quinoa after gastric sleeve surgery?? I found a recipe that looks great but not sure how that would work. I haven't had any pasta, rice, oatmeal, bread or anything like that since before my 2 week post op diet.

Hello all- The only "rule" per say that I have been told about my vitamins was not to take the iron and calcium together. They need to be at least 2 hours apart. With that being said, can I take both multi vitamins together, both calciums together and the 3 irons together? That would make only 3 separate Vitamin times to remember, verses 7. I have been slowly starting the vitamins and tomorrow will be starting to take all of them every day. I started off by taking one of each a day to make sure I wouldn't become nausea.

I had my surgery Wednesday and I have been having squeezing in my pouch . This morning when I woke up and other times of the day it happens. Doesn't matter what I am doing or weather I am eating or not. Does anyone else experience this ? I have my 1 week check up tomorrow.

I had what I think was a banner 6 month post-op experience. Lost 101 pounds from the day of surgery (plus 44 pounds pre-op) then things changed. I only lost 5 pounds in the past 30 days. Anyone else hit a wall right after 6 months ???

I am 2 weeks out of my gastric bypass surgery and I'm just wondering is this diet super hard because I'm having such a hard time with eating the soups and the cellos and drinking the water I need sustenance something that's filling you know I mean all the stuff is filling but it's not in my mind my appetite has not lessened but in my stomach it has so I'm trying to equate what I can eat what I can't eat like I know. Foods saw food tube stuff like that but I can't eat anymore cream of whatever please ideas help me.

Has anyone asked their surgeon if they would take a picture of their stomach after being removed? Just curious if anyone is as weird as me (according to my husband). Lol

Guys! I'm 10 days post op. I've been wearing a binder to the extent where it fits comfortably. I'm home alone with my two-year-old and my husband is out with my oldest girls. I was freezing so today was the first time I bent over to put my socks. I got the worst pain ever in the chest area. But it was not my chest it was my stomach.I ate a Fudgsicle about an hour ago. I have not had any thing to drink. Got up and walked around and that pain that made me feel nauseated and gave me a cold sweat and clammy hands is gone now. It really freaked me out. Imagining the worst keeling over with my 2 year old in the house. I burped a couple burps and that pain has subsided. Has anyo…

While I've lost 20 lbs on pre op and first post op week, my clothes fit fine. I'm wondering on average how many pounds one loses to need to go down a size. I know it is too soon for me to think of this, but some of you have dropped a LOT of sizes. When did it start? Was there a consistent number of pounds that slid you down the next size?

I live alone in an apartment that requires two flights of stairs, and has no elevator access. My 70 year old mother is going to be helping me after surgery but I really don't want to put her in a situation of having to go up and down the stairs to run errands or worse helping me up those stairs after surgery. So my current plan is to go home from the hospital to my parents home that is about a 3 hour car ride away ( I feel like its worth mentioning this would be mostly on I-95 through the DC metro area). At their home I would have a bedroom and bathroom on the first level of the home and would not have to tackle stairs until I was ready, I would also be around my family f…

I just can't believe it!!!!! It feels sooo good!!! I was in a month long stall and I'm finally In the 140's. I'm down 66lns in 3 months

I'm very sensitive to smells especially mouth odors... and now I'm on the offending end ? I've worked in oral surgery for 28 some years and I can smell rotting enamel and perio.. Since surgery I have yuck mouth and I cannot make it go away. Granted, water intake isn't up to what I used to consume and my diet has been almost keto like... this morning my breath was so bad it made me nauseous..? 10 days post op sleeping 1/2 way seated upright.. I don't want to have that breath.. smells like I'm pooping out of my mouth...???? Any suggestions? Will it go away soon? Lapband placed: 8/2011 Lapband removed: 3/2017 VSG: 8/2/2017

Hey everyone my name is Maya and im new to this. I've joined a few groups on Facebook BUT it wasn't much help. I'm hoping this will be a bit easier. I am 11 days post op and I'm feeling ( not myself lately) and can barely eat and everything is grossing me out from yogurt to protein shakes ( premiere protein) any suggesgions ideas help?? Please and thank you Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using BariatricPal mobile app

I am on my way home after being at a work conference for five days. The conference was held at a hotel and all food was catered at a hotel. While I've gone to restaurants a few times with friends since surgery this was my first time being away from my kitchen and independently managing, cooking, and weighing my food for such a long period of time. A couple of things jumped out and just seemed so disconnected from what I am now accustomed to Huge plates. I mean huge. People filling their plates. I could not eat what I served myself that maybe took up 1/6th of the plate. 10 different selections. Two to three proteins, 2 veg, 2 salads and 2-3 starches not including the d…

I wouldn't be surprised if this thread already exists somewhere, but I am having trouble finding it! l am going in for my VSG on August 8th. I thought it would be a good idea to pick the brains of some of the veterans out there! I feel like this thread would also come in handy for other future sleevers! List all of the different foods you ate during your liquid stage post-op (full or clear). Lets come together to create a master list of awesome ideas to eat during this stage of the process so we can learn from each other!

Hi, I had sleeve 5 days ago and felt that I was doing great, but once the hospital drugs wore off and I went home the pain in my left side has got so bad that I dread walking. How long should I expect it to last?

I have been having severe back pain since last June. I have been through a multitude of procedures because of my spine history. Although the MRI of my thoracic spine shows some problems they are not significant enough to cause this pain. In November I had surgery to remove a nonfunctional neurostimulator thinking the leads were impacting a nerve. Following that surgery the pain in my midback and right side including the ribs grew worse. They started me on Vicodin and kept me on it for several months now. It did not touch this pain. I had my shoulder repaired on 2/12 and they added MS Contin along with the Vicodin. That finally helped make me more comfortable. I was ref…

I'm out 6 weeks and was just wondering if anybody knows how many carbs per day is ok? And sugars too. Thanks!

So, those of you have recently went through it and those who are past the hard times, do you regret this at all? Please be honest. I am 36, 240 lbs with high BP and cholesterol. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey guys! I'm getting sleeved on 8/16 and my husband wanted me to ask you: what can he do to help me pre and post op? What has your significant other done for you that has helped you in this journey? Thank you all xoxo

Lower left abdomen stitch pain is nearly unbearable. Any advice?