POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I am 3 weeks out and have just started soft foods...so far, yogurt, cottage cheese and refried beans...twice in the last 24 hours, i have dry heaved...the second time was much worse as white foamy stuff was coming up....i still feel pain 4 hours later...how do you prevent the dry heaves? Thank you

Just noticed this happening in the past few weeks. There are times when my lapband works fabulously but I have had several times recently that I have eaten - knowing that this was not a good thing - quite a bit of food & not felt any restriction. I had my surgery March 2012 & have lost 65 lbs. Recently I have struggled with going back to my previous grazing way of eating. Why is the band working at times but yet not working at others?

When can you eat nuts?

I'm 6 days post op and today I'm feeling the worst. I'm hurting so bad and so nauseous. Is this normal?

I had to cancel the last appointment since I was so sick. My surgery was on 2/28. Now that I am 5 weeks out, am I still on the soft food diet or can I progress to regular food? I brought thin RYE bread, I cut it in half and use it as a vessel for other spreads. Is that bad? I know when I had enough. I do incorporate healthy food too. I drink Almond Milk with my Protein shake. I like my energy now. I feel good. HELP... I do not keep a food diary, am I supposed to? I am losing weight and I am very strict about what I eat. Pre op I was 226, now I am 212. Is 14 lbs reasonable in 5 weeks? I plan to reschedule an appt with my NUT …

I'm almost 3 weeks post op in 3 days and I'm having trouble getting in my protein shakes. Every time, I try I get so nauseous. So, now I'm avoiding them cause vomiting is the worse after going through this. Any suggestions Thanks in advance!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Many of us posted daily before and after surgery. What was this? What was that? Is this normal? Why am I not losing enough weight? The list is endless, I know I posted, oddly enough about my ass, but I posted a great deal. Then the party ended. Post op became my life, it was no longer new. I figured out how to eat, avoid getting sick and lost more weight than I had even planned on losing. No posts here. No thanks given for all the wonderful advice. I feel like a hypocrite I asked so much of this site, then just dropped it as we tend to do in this digital world we live in. What makes this site what it is is the people. The community, the collective und…

If you could receive private or group counselling sessions/therapy from a professional counsellor of psychology (WHO HAVE BEEN THROUGH THIS WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY PROCESS AND JOURNEY), would you?

I just had my surgery on the 28th and I was wondering if anybody experienced gurgling and gas pains when drinking liquids? Is it normal?

I had my Roux En Y on 3/30/17, and came home on 4/1/17. Everything is okay except I am constipated. I have not had a BM since the surgery. Is that normal? How did you overcome this problem? Thanks!

I'm one week out from surgery. Still feeling pretty good, just tired. I pretty much slept all day. I haven't had to take my pain meds since yesterday. Today I ate Cream of Wheat sweetened with a little Splenda, a jar of Gerber's chicken and gravy (meh...it wasn't horrible, just needed salt), and pureed ham with a little mayo. I also managed a caramel Premier Protein shake. Nothing I've eaten has triggered nausea (yay!) so I'm still good on that front. Also nothing has tasted particularly bad either. I've heard many people say their tastes for different foods have changed but mine hasn't. At least, not yet. My only concern at this point is I still haven't had my first bow…

I've been waiting to post my story because I'm afraid it will come out too negatively and may scare off folks looking into surgery. Now that I'm where I am in the recovery process, I feel like I can tell the tale. Plus, I think the stories that are tough are just as important to the discussion. I had RNY on October 5th 2016. I had it at DHMC in Lebanon NH with Dr. Truss, they have an excellent program and great safety & success stats there. I did months of Dr. supervised diet, psych visits, and all the other Insurance prerequisites. My program weight was 413 lbs and I was 45 years old. On the day of surgery I was 385 (mostly thanks to the 2 week pre-op diet)…

Can I eat sugar free fudge pops 7 days out, that's the same as sugar free pudding...I guess I just answered my own ? Lol

Hi all. I had my surgery nearly 3 months ago, and I am SO low energy! I feel lethargic all the time, and I fall asleep at 8 or 9 pm every night! I used to be a night owl. I am eating well, and definitely getting in all of my Protein, Vitamins and Fluid. Is this normal? Is it just my body adjusting to the low calorie intake? Any input would be appreciated.

Here I am on my 6th day post op and I'm excited because I decided to start walking for 30 mins twice a day but as excited as I am I'm also uncomfortable. I haven't been able to sleep well, is it just me or is there some stomach pain or not really pain as much as just really irritating. My abdominal is a little sore but that hardly bothers me at all, I'm wondering if anyone else has gone through this feeling.

I'm 7 days out, went to see my regular dr starting weight was 235 surgery weight 220 cw 215 it's coming along

I am almost 3 weeks out and sometimes it doesn't seem like I get full. Does anyone else feel that way. When that happens how do I know when to stop eating? I don't want to hinder my weight loss or stretch out my pouch. I thought I would get certain feelings when I am full. Can anyone help?

VSG 3/23, I was just chugging along, no nausea, pain managed, having bowel movements until today...I am so uncomfortable sitting, laying and standing, nausea/vomiting, pain..what gives? I just left a msg for my Dr.

How does everyone get enough fiber in to keep things moving? I am on a Mediterranean diet, so I'm getting lots of veggies but it's not enough to keep things moving. I really do not want to take fiber supplements. What foods are you eating to get enough fiber? I am 5 weeks out and on regular food thanks!!

The first week home after surgery I lost 20 lbs almost instantly, but at 2 1/2 weeks post op I'm still at the same 20 lbs I lost the first week. Is this normal? I know not to watch the scale and 20 lbs is 20 lbs I don't have to carry anymore, but I just worry.

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My kids have come down with the stomach flu, which usually means that Im up next for getting it. I am worried how my sleeve will handle it. I am 4.5 months post op right now so im not worried about tears, just how it feels. Has anyone post op had the stomach flu since surgery? How did it affecct you? Thank you for any input you can offer!

Did anyone end up with a seroma after their surgery? I've had mine drained once but it's now about the size of a grapefruit & so painful.

Hi everyone. I was sleeved this week and besides gas pain I am having horrible pain in one of my incision sites. I can't get up or move with out holding the spot in. It is so uncomfortable I feel like it is going to pop out. Has anyone else had an issue like this with one of their spots?

Could someone please tell me when the constant burping will subside. It is quite painful, and even though I have been careful to take little sips and make sure I am not swallowing air, I still end up with huge burps. It is hard enough to get the required amount of liquid down without having the discomfort of gas, never mind that I can't return to work if every time I sip, it sounds like a pig farm. Any help is appreciated.

Hi everyone, went to the ER today due to stomach pain because of non stop cough, turns out I have the flu and pneumonia AND pregnant, from the caluculations I had VSG done while I was pregnant. Now I'm scared anyone been in this situation before? Please share your experience. Since sx I've lost 36 pounds

Is this within the norm? I'm 3 weeks post op, and following guidelines from NUT. I'm eating Greek yogurts, protien shakes, soft chicken, pudding consistency potato, babyfood carrots, getting my fluids in (mostly anyway.. terrible Water nausea!) I've been having horrible continuing bouts of very loose (Liquid consistency) diarrhea for about a week I'd say. I've been cleared to eat plain oatmeal and cream of wheat, but haven't yet. Is this common, or am I destined to have a continuing affair with the bathroom. It's Sunday, so can't call....anyone now if we can take Immodium or anything else that could help?? Advice...personal experience, please!?

Ok I think I am eating too fast. How do you guys slow yourselves down? I just had Ricotta bake and feel like I am dying from being overfull. I know I did it to myself.

Hello, I'm wondering if anyone has had emotional issues/marital issues after weightloss surgery. I am having some issues and i'm wondering if therapy has helped anyone, also any suggestions. What have you done to help yourself through similar situation? Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Hi all Im currently 3 months post op and am feeling great , ive lost 66pounds and feel amazing. Obviusly weight loss has slowed down and i need to work harder to see results. I cant stand the taste of milk and have been forcing down protien shakes for ages, recently ive been slacking off and i think its time to find an alternative. I try to have as much protien as i can during the day i.e. yogurt for breakfast, chicken and meat for lunch - supper What shake alternatives are there? Are the protien bars they sell at the gym ok for me?

Hello I was sleeved 9 months ago..I have a small problem. I am very hungry after 6 pm I drink plenty of water but I am still hungry..my weight loss has been good but I've notice it's slowed down. I spoke to my doctor and he said usually in the morning my stomach is tight but as the day goes on my stomach expands and I am able to fit more food. Any advise on how to keep hunger under control?

Has anyone had any issues with the milk based shakes post op? I have never been lactose intolerant prior but as soon as I began my post op drinks I began to get lots of gas pain, loud belly noises and diarrhea. Dr said try lactose free shakes and give it 24 hours. If you have had this, does the intolerance go away at some point?

I had VSG four days ago and so far I haven't left the "buyer's remorse" phase I read so much about before my surgery. The pain has been absolutely unbearable. I'm pretty sure it's all gas pain. I can't pass gas nor can I poop, so all I do is cry, drink Protein shakes, and try to sleep. I've called my surgeon -- he says walk and drink Water. So I walk and drink water. Still, this pain is the most intense I've ever felt in my life. How long do I have to live with this?

Has anyone noticed that they are able to eat more and how easy is it to stretch your stomach ???

I'm almost 3 months post surgery and m concerned that when I reach my ideal weight that the loss will continue. I'm almost there and portions are still ridiculously small at just 2-3 spoons. Has anyone fallen below their ideal weight?

Hey all, I was sleeved 3/21 and I am now on the full liquid stage of the diet which for me includes clear liquids, protein shakes, greek yogurt, sugar free pudding etc. The problem is, every time I eat or drink anything (sometimes including water) I get these horrible gas pains in my stomach like I need to burp. It is literally right after I take one bite or one sip. I don't have much gas pain otherwise so i am wondering if this is a normal sensation in the beginning and will it last very long? I have heard of people talking about feeling full and needing to burp or getting pain when they get full but I don't think this is the same since it only takes one bite or one …

I had my surgery on Tuesday the 28th. Ever since I started the pre-op liquid diet I have been getting acne on my chin. I ended up on 3 weeks of pre-op because I got a cold and my surgery had to be rescheduled. Since the surgery the acne seems to be even worse. I'm 55! I haven't had acne for decades. I was thinking maybe the liver shrinking was releasing toxins, but I'm not really sure what is causing it. Is anyone else experiencing this?

I am 13 days post gastric sleeve surgery and when I workout I am very weak I have no energy honestly even when I don't workout I have no energy does anyone have any advice Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App

Despite being diagnosed with reflux, I didn't experience heartburn pre RNY. But now I'm experiencing it even though I take Protonix twice a day. I'm currently experiencing an episode that has lasted for several hours and it’s pure agony.

When can I eat pickles? That's all I want. Can anyone relate or let me know a good time frame?

Can I have sugar free pudding 5 days post op

Anybody have diarrhea 3-4 was post op?

So my surgery was 3/29/2017. I woke up and was in recovery for about an hour and a half waiting for my room. I was given ice chips while in recovery because my throat hurt so bad from the intubation tube that was there and the g tube testing for leaks. I was pretty much in from Wednesday-Friday morning. I got up and started walking Wednesday night. Did about 4 laps of the 4th floor. They had me on blood pressure medications, heparin twice a day, and roxicodone to help with pain and sleep. Thursday and Friday I finally got up and walked enough laps to start passing gas. Not a lot, but enough to make stomach feel better. Food wise I wasn't hungry. I pretty much set a timer…

I am almost one week post op. I feel really good. I'm allowed to eat things like jello, yogurt ect. Can I eat couple noodles? They are super soft and their consistency is almost like jello. Ideas ?

Can I put spices in my broth like hot sauce, I'm 4 days post op and can I have creamy tomato soup

Hi It will be 3 weeks since surgery on Monday and I'm barely getting down 400 calories a day. I can't meet my protein grams. I get sick every time I try to drink a protein shake. I've tried about 5 different kinds so far and I just can't get it down. I don't meet my liquid intake either. I don't feel like eating , drinking anything.

I am about 8 weeks post op. I did really well the first 5 weeks or so. Now I'm stuck. according to the scale today I gained 2 pounds. What am I doing wrong? Can anyone help me?

I'm around 5 weeks out from surgery I've been consuming 80g of protein and drinking my 64oz of water. I work out everyday for 1hr, but lately I feel extremely tired. I track my food I am consuming around 540-600 Cal. Should I try to eat more?

Hello I was wondering when everybody started eating again when I say that I mean eating somewhat normal again I had surgery September 26, 2016. So I'm at about six months here and I am able to eat almost everything I have had a difficult time with meats from surgery till now I was not able to eat meat at all yesterday I ate half a chicken finger and that was OK in a couple days before I ate half a tuna sandwich. So slowly I'm getting back to eating meats but I am eating and sometimes it makes me nervous how do you know if you're stretching your stomach back out ??? I still can't eat a lot at once but I am eating frequently throughout the day little things. Also I still ha…

Im not sure if depression comes from my surgery or just what. I just want to cry and stay in bed. I try to get up and walk and move around But i get out of breath so fast. I just feel helpless and my surgery will be a week ago tomorrow. Well i guess I'll go to bed. Good night.