POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Last week I was at my 6 week post op appointment with my NUT. I'm now cleared to eat everything, but I was cleared to eat a lot by day 4. I got no kcal guideline, no really macro guideline. My protein since surgery has been 60g. From now on, I should slowly move from 6 to 3 meals from what I understood, and all meals should include protein, veggies and complex carbs. She wants me to eat bread to cold meals, and a medium potato to warm meals. Oh, and my protein should be about 50%, that's it....that's all the guideline I got. I don't see how I can be successful with this. My body is not happy with carbs, it's what got me overweight (by overeating them o…

I am (tomorrow) 3 weeks post op Gastric Bypass. I'm so hungry. Anyone else like me having issues with not being able to eat meat?! ? God bless and good luck to everyone

I am having surgery in two weeks and was curious to know if we were able to eat any foods cooked in an air fryer. I know that with this RNY I will be unable to eat anything fried, but wondered if there was a major difference in the way food was cooked in this since it uses 99% less oil. Thanks so much for your help.

I'm 5 days post-op and I haven't lost anything yet. Is this normal? How much weight did others lose the first four weeks post-op?

Ok peeps, I apologize in advance for whining about a stall but Im really stressing about it Sleeved on 2/17/17, lost 34 lbs, Don't get me wrong Im beyond excited about it BUT I haven't lost a pound in 4 weeks. I know, you've heard it all before. I just need to hear from anyone that it WILL pass!! Is there anything I can do? I feel like the weight loss stopped once I moved past the soft food phase. Should I go back to soft foods? Im still getting my protein drinks in and I could probably drink MORE water, but is that enough? Am I being impatient? PLEASE tell me to shut up and simmer down But also that everything is gonna be ok!

Hey all, I was sleeved on Monday 3/27 and I'm starting to wonder if it was worth it. The gas pains are real, and I know they will soon go away but I can't seem to swallow my liquids without pain. Please tell me this will too pass quickly. [emoji20]

If you had an abdominal binder, how long did you wear it after surgery? Thanks.

So I am 3 days out and am trying my hardest to get my fluid in (cant even think about protein yet). I can only seem to keep my water down if i drink it while walking. If I am standing or am siting while drinking the pain of it moving into my tummy is almost unbearable and the nausea comes on full force. Does this end, will i be able to sit and sip soon? I know i still have a lot of gas roaming around inside me still and my upper back is killing me. Is the gas causing the drinking issue too? Anyone have any suggestions about helping with back pain as well? Tmi time....but boy i would love to have a nice big toot[emoji20] Sent from my SM-N910V using BariatricPal mobile ap…

I am 4 months post op and I am losing my hair. I had such thick hair to begin with and now it is getting so thin especially in front [emoji53] Is anyone else experiencing anything like this?

Hello all, this is my first post and I hope you all can shed some insight! I have read a few posts (on this site and google) about this topic and no real answer has come to be! I had my gastric bypass 4/4/17, and was doing great the first week! By my one week check up I was getting in 3 protein shakes a day, water in between, and a few spoonfuls of yogurt and apple sauce through out the day! I was proud of how good I was feeling. Happy with my decision. Got my staples out (those things are the devil) and was happy! Almost immediately the next day or so I started getting nauseous sipping my shake. Would set it down. Put back in fridge. Try to finish later. Same…

Hi everyone, I'm about a week shy from being 6mos post-op from VSG. I've lost about 45lbs so far but my weight loss has slowed dramatically. I haven't had a stall yet (didn't even have the infamous 3-week stall) and I'm really lucky for that, but I've been hovering at 155 for about 6 weeks now. It's really frustrating and I don't know what to do differently. I'm staying in my calories (about 1100/day at this point) and trying to stay active and hydrated. Am I just DONE losing weight at 6 months post op???! I still have 30lbs to goal!

Hi I was sleeved on 12-14 and prior to scheduling the surgery, we had already paid for our cruise. I should be in the soft food phase after my doctor visit tomorrow, and I'm meeting with the restaurant manager for the cruise ship, but I wondered if anyone had any advice for me. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery April 28, 2017. I am also a type 1 diabetic of 28 yrs. Monday while I was driving I had a low blood sugar, so bad that I had to pull my vehicle over and wasn't close to any stores. luckily I had a York Peppermint Patty candy bar in the center console. I made sure to squish it with my lounge and chew really well. however, since yesterday, a day after I ate 1/2 the candy bar, I've been feeling pressure in my chest. I don't have any problems getting anything down, but every now and then, I feel as if there is pressure or discomfort in my chest. since I'm so fresh out of surgery, 6 days now, my band is empty. if I did get food trapped, how will it get fixed? …

Anyone having issues with the family meal going on with out us?! Im glad they are able to eat like normal but OMG!!! I'm so tempted! Not even taking a bite though, ugghhh ? I'll be 3 weeks post op tomorrow fe9m Gastric bypass so I'll be able to eat Tuna and 1/2 an egg Yay!! ??

WHEN ARE WE ALLOWED TO EAT SALSA? I AM MEXICAN-AMERICAN AND I LOVE MAKING SALSA AND EATING IT WITH JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING. SOOOO, I WAS WONDERING HOW FAR IN ARE WE ALLOWED TO EAT IT?

Hi everyone. I'm 4 days post op of having my sleeve done and have noticed some really bad discomfort in my lower chest, upper abdomen area. This pain comes and goes but will normally happen when I try drinking water or liquids. If I had to describe the feeling, it would be as if I swallowed 3 pills and they feel stuck. Anyone experience this after surgery?

How many grams of carbs do you want tip get in a day Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi everyone! It feels good to know there's a community out here for VSG patients. I just had my surgery on 5/4/17 and I have no idea of what I'm feeling is a lot of acid or actual hunger pains. Whatever I drink (water, G2, protein shake, etc.) it will go down very slowly, feel like it stops right in the center, a sharp pain, then my stomach growls. I try to make sure I have 2-4 oz of liquid an hour. But I never feel satisfied. I swear I feel like I can eat an entire plate of food. I take Prilosec in the morning 30 mins before breakfast. Yesterday my acid reflux was so bad I had to take another one. Now I feel super hungry. Is it hunger? I wish it curbed my appetite compl…

So my nutritionist gave me a list of foods and one is I can have bread as long as it's toasted- crackers etc. I'm not a huge meat eater so as of now a big chunk of what I've been having is dairy stuff. Im only a month out and haven't lost that much and reading all your posts and how quickly everyone is losing and getting really discouraged. I know, I know everyone loses different but when we don't have many food options and I'm eating tiny meals why am not losing more? I hope one day I will be one of the inspirational stories I have read on here.

Hi all, I had my procedure yesterday and went home today. I am very uncomfortable, burning in stomach as fluid passes. I can feel the burning into my back. Has anyone experienced this? Thanks

Good morning all, I just started full liquids this morning. I had some plain yogurt. Felt ok. Got nauseous for a quick second after. I'm confused about the 30/30 rule though. My booklet from the doc says to begin it at this stage. But it's all liquids. Do you need to wait 30 minutes after yogurt to begin sipping fluids? What about soup? Thanks in advance. I've found these forums to be the greatest thing after surgery!

I had my surgery nine days ago and it went great. No pain or discomfort from day one I could tolerate clear liquids and even an ounce of yogurt several times a day. I am getting in 64 ounces of water in a day and 90/120 grams of protein. I use paleo egg protein mixed into my drinks. I average 700-900 calories a day. I have only lost two pounds since the surgery as good as I feel I am actually afraid that I will put weight on as I don't feel any restriction. It worries me has any one else experienced this?

What are some things you ate to change it up on your liquid phase? I'm about sick of yogurt and Popsicles and pudding and tomato soup and broths. So far the best thing I ate was the broth from a healthy veggie soup my husband made. It was so good I managed to eat 4 Oz and still wanted more. For those that have gone through the soft phase... what was your first soft food recipe? I start soft foods in 1 week and am looking forward to it. I found several pinterest recipes and was thinking of doing either a ricotta bake or refried beam Bake for my first soft food meal. Or would it be better to start with a soup. The healthy veggie soup mentioned above is a base of beef brot…

Hi all, I had my procedure yesterday and went home today. I am very uncomfortable, burning in stomach as fluid passes. I can feel the burning into my back. Has anyone experienced this? Thanks

This is my first post on this site. I had the sleeve on April 3rd. At 5 weeks out I still cannot eat more than a couple of tablespoons of food. I am struggling to get my fluids in because it hurts when I drink more than sips. I was in the ER last week and had to get 2 L of fluids. Is anyone else having these issues? I am having "buyers remorse!"

I'm a little over 3 months post bypass and down 53 lbs so far. I'm in a wedding this September and have to order my dress this week. Any suggestions for how to plan size 4 months out?

Is that normal to not be able to pee even though you have too. I was wheeled into srgery at 8:30 am and I haven't peed all day, I feel like I have go but when i get there. NADA I can't get anything out... I don't want a catheter so they gave me narcotics. Has anyone else had this experience?

Has anyone else had pain on their right side of stomach near belly button ? I'm not hurting too bad sitting still but if I strain to get up or reach for something I get a sharp pain in that area. I'm 2 weeks post op this coming Tuesday.

Hello all, I just had my surgery on May 2nd and this recovery has been far more difficult than I expected. I'm really struggling with getting my 60 oz of fluid / 60 g of protein in and I feel like ONE of the reasons why is it takes me a while to get over drinking my liquid Tylenol. It's repulsive! I've been prescribed 20 mL every 6 hours and honestly I want to cry every time I'm due to take it. First off it's the worst tasting stuff I've ever had (to the point I gag when it goes down) and then it's so thick and viscous that it leaves me feeling super full and nauseous for almost an hour after I take it! Guess my question is two-fold: 1) Anyone know of options other t…

Anyone in the NYC are who has done a lower body lift?...In the Manhattan with insurance UHC care to share doctors name and number. Thanks

2 Days post op and I can barely get any fluids or protein in. Im just worried it will be a problem. Any suggestions?

I love popcorn I can eat it all day, me and my children love it. I am wondering how long after surgery was it eaten and was their a negative reaction? Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 5 days post op. I'm still on full liquids for another 10 days. This morning I tried a sip of the premier Carmel protein shake. I instantly got stomach cramps and had to use the bathroom. Ugh, anyone have different suggestions for protein shakes? Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

I have really been SLACKING on taking my vitamins the only vitamins I was told to take was a multivitamin, iron, and calcium/vitamin d. However I have added b12 because I see that it is needed as well. My main concern is how do you take all these vitamins in a days time I am not a morning person but I do see that if I don't take my vitamins my body is tired my eyes feel strange and I am always thirsty (not so really hungry) I am a month post-op and I don't want any issues in the long run but I feel some may come up. & do anyone still have to sip their drink? I don't really I know everyone body is different but I want to learn how to maintain my weight even when I reac…

Walking down the street as usual with my earphones on ( u know, the fat blockers .. to fake like u didnt hear the fat commentaries ). Instead i walk past a really cute guy, much younger than me and i hear, hey beautiful. Of course, its not to me, my fat brain says. So i casually look over my shoulder to see who he's talking to.... wait a minute, holy crap, there's nobody behind me, wth, is he talking to me, huh??? So he must've seen the dumbfounded look on my face and says... you look beautiful in that dress. Awww, I smile, say thank u, wave and move on. Lol. HOLY CRAP, i just got a hey beautiful. .... she gets home, lol, shakes booty. [emoji126][emoji126][emoji126][emo…

I just started stage two post op eating two days ago. I am having some stomach discomfort. I don't know if it's a reaction two the food or gas pains. Anyone else have or had this issue? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Is chewing 20 to 30 times before swallowing something we will have to do forever??? Also the not drinking with a meal and waiting 30 to 60 minutes until able to drink again? Just curious because sometimes I forget and swallow before it's completely chewed and sometimes I drink right after eating. It's hard for me to remember. Trying to figure out if I'm going to have to watch myself forever! Thanks.

Just wondering how many sleevers had sleep apnea prior to surgery and are you still using a cpap?

I started beef yesterday and filet mignon went down easy. Can't believe I'm almost 2 months post op and I'm down 54 pounds!

I'm almost 8 months out from my gastric bypass. In the last couple of weeks, I've noticed that suddenly everything makes me nauseous. Everything, though some things worse than others. Whenever I eat, it's immediately followed by this churning feeling that usually lasts about an hour. I haven't felt anything like this since having the surgery, as far as I can remember. My surgeon's office is 5 hours away and I recently lost my health insurance and won't get it back for another 2 months, otherwise I would just be talking to him. Has anyone experienced anything similar and/or have any tips for getting over it?

Does anyone else watch this show when they are feeling down or weak?

Hello! So I can start eating regular foods again next week and I am just wondering what some people started with? What were your first meals? Thanks for any advice & help!

I am 10 days post open and have gone cold turkey off of all meds per Dr. So foggy headed. What to do

I am a week post-op and after a rough three days of nausea and vomiting, I'm finally able to keep food down. However, I'm having major problems with getting in my daily alottment of protein. After a few sips of anything, I am full. There just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day to get it all in. Could some of you share what you eat during a typical day, and any helpful tips on how I can get more protein? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using BariatricPal mobile app

Started my journey Sept 2016, weighing in at 242. Had surgery on Nov 1, 2016. Today, I am down 81 lbs and only 6 lbs from goal. I FEEL GREAT!!!!

I had my sleeve 4/18 and came home with out blood pressure medication. I still can't believe it, I so didn't believe it I went to my internist today for a bp check and it was perfect. I knew that diabetics often didn't need meds after weight loss surgery but I was really surprised about blood pressure being affected too. Have other of you gone home with your blood pressure no longer an issue?

How are you all coming along?? Have you reached your goal weight? How are you doing with your eating?

Does anyone recommend a good post bariatric surgery cook books? I see recipes occasionally but would love to have an actual cook book [emoji41]

Hey everyone. Im 24 days post op. Everything has went well for the most part except I cant tell if Im full. I dont over eat and weigh my food but I dont get the full feeling. Once I feel a tight feeling in my chest I stop eating...but that hits all of a sudden with no warning. I track my food intake and Im pretty sure Im not over doing it. Im scared Im stretching my pouch. Any advice? Sent from my SM-G935W8 using BariatricPal mobile app

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