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Hey Wine, I'm only 4 weeks out, but I haven't gotten sick yet. I've definitely eaten too much and felt super full, but nothing has really upset my stomach. I've probably eaten things I should have too, but had to try it. So far, no ill effects....really wish I could have a salad though! The nut told me I need to wait another 2 weeks before I can have a salad

That sounds awesome, thanks for the recipe!

Hey Neil, How did the tuna go down? I'm only a week ahead of you and have been a little afraid to try tuna. I've had deviled eggs and avocado too which was delicious, but I can't really do the egg whites yet. They gross me out a little.

Hey Neil, I know Kaiser pushes 3 meals a day, no Snacks, period, but I haven't been able to do that. I eat very small meals and will always have a snack of some type in between to keep me going. String cheese is a favorite along with a piece of lunch meat. Hope you are feeling better soon

Sounds like you have a good list! I was able to eat mashed potatoes with fat free brown gravy on top at this point as well, but it's not the best option as there isn't any Protein. Also, have you tried the almond cheese from Whole Foods? My husband is lactose intolerant and loves this cheese. He likes the almond cheddar the best

Hey Nurse, I had diarrhea probs the first week after my surgery as well, but it cleared up. I also had back pain that went away and then came back with a vengence. If your back pain does not go away, go to your doctor. Mine was a kidney infection and a bladder infection from the catheter during the surgery most likely. They gave me antibiotics for both and sent me home. I waited WAY too long to go in, and was in ridiculous pain with fever, chills, etc., so if the back pain continues please see your doctor before it gets out of hand like mine did. I was also on Protein drinks by the time I left the hospital and could eat phase II foods like Jello, Soups, Protein shakes, and puddings. Hope you feel better soon!!

Yeah, I've pushed it a few times too and paid the price, although luckily I haven't gotten sick to the point of vomiting yet. I'm still getting used to phase 3, and need to keep reminding myself how big my tummy is now. Or rather, how little it is now.

I'm not quite 4 weeks out and this sounds delicious! Thanks!!

Mashed potatoes with gravy was my first "real food." Then I had deviled eggs...heaven!

My husband was with me the first day, but I didn't need him after that. I was pretty much drugged and slept most fo the day anyway.

Sunshine, that's awesome! You'll do fine! You are on your way

I had trouble too....squat on the floor in the bathroom with a cup under you. Just stay there til you get a little drop, then keep repeating. Eventually I went, it just took a couple of hours of doing this back and forth. It sucked! Sorry you are having trouble too!

Hey Kelly, when I was pregnant, I had this happen a lot. They hurt!! I discovered that I was low in magnesium, and started eating avocados...totally helped! Also, I found out that if I ate too much lunch meat I would also get them...I think it's something to do with the nitrites in the meat. If I ate Subway, I got leg cramps. I still do. Try the avocado, and good luck!!

Lee, I know what you mean! It's really mean, however, to make us drink that horrible drink as the first taste of liquid in 24 hours though...lol

Hey Chef, Are you still on Clear liquids? Are you able to drink your Protein shake at all? I hope the dizziness goes away quickly. I had a little in the hospital, but not since I've been home.

Hey Baby, It sounds like you are doing great! My first couple days back to work have been crazy, but my energy level hasn't been bad. I've been tired at night, and went to bed by 9 last night, but it's to be expected since I'm up at 5:30am. Today was better, but I know I'll crash early again. Coming back at three weeks was actually pretty okay for me so far, so I can't complain. I'm able to eat a little more, and I bring my lunch to work with me, but I did forget it yesterday so I had to run to Raley's and grab some lunch meat and string cheese. I weighed myself at the end of my first week and had lost 15 pounds! I was stoked!! I've lost 24 pounds so far since surgery, and 39 total since October which really makes me happy. You are close behind me!!

Hey Baby, I felt great my first week with the exception of the gas pains and of course the pain from the incisions. The second week was must worse for me. I ended up with a bladder infection (frrom the catheter) that turned into a kidney infection, and also was feeling this intense pressure/pain when I ate anything. Turns out the pressure/pain was due to swelling that had not gone down yet. Thankfully, the gas pains went away after about a week, but they were very uncomfortable until they did! It'll get better, don't worry!

Sing, how are you feeling?

Wow, I don't remember the name of the radiologist who did my upper G.I. but it was a woman and she was very nice. Sorry you had such a bad experience. What a jerk! I had a great experience with the nurses too. They were really attentive and incredibly nice. I'm really glad you are doing so well! The gas was the worst for me, but keep walking and it will go away faster. Keep me posted on your progress, okay? I go back to work tomorrow, so we'll see how I do. My surgery was June 6th so I've been off going on three weeks. It feels like three days....lol

Welcome home! What happened with the radiologist? Which Kaiser were you at?

Thanks for the input everyone. I was never much of a salt person either, although the foods I ate were probably plenty salty anyway. It just seems much more intense right now, but hopefully it will pass! I made it to phase III foods...yes!

You know, I didn't include my husband in on the classes or the appointments, not because he wouldn't have come, but mainly because I didn't think to include him. I think it's a great idea for your spouse to come with you. The more he knows, the better a support system you'll have!

Was your nutrition class incorporated into the orientation or is it separate? That might be a good class for him to attend. That way he will know the ins and outs of what you can eat after surgery. It's still a shock for my husband when I tell him that veggies don't matter right now...it's all about Protein...lol I had two orientations also. One here in Santa Rosa where I live, and the official one at South San Francisco. Did you do the unofficial orientation or the official one?

Hi Everyone, So I am craving salt! It's insane, but all I want is salt. Has anyone else had this happen? I'm a little over two weeks post op. Today, I mashed up some potatoes, and poured on the salt. I think i'm drinking so much and eating so little that my sodium levels are no doubt a little low. I have my phone appointment with Dr. Alami today, and I'm hoping he moves me to Phase III....wish me luck.

Hey Sunshine! Welcome! Best of luck to you during the process My name is Darlene and I am two weeks post op