cshields67

My surgery was 2/18. My pain level was high for the first week post surgery. The pain was from my incisions. The pain is now gone but I am really struggling to eat. I have no appetite at all. I have to force myself to drink my Protein shakes. They make me nauseous even with the anti-nausea meds. I'm only getting about half of the Protein required by my doctors and a fraction of the Water. It's been a tough 10 days. I have had several moments of regret!!

I was concerned about the same thing, and what I learned is that if you have a leak, you will know it because you will have a fever and lots of intense abdominal pain that stays for hours. Complications from sleeve surgery are rare with experienced surgeons. It is probably better for you to spend time thinking about your new healthy life than to worry too much about what complication you might run across.
I remember not feeling all that well at day 10 post op, so I can understand your concern. Just keep following your surgeon's instructions and focus on getting your Protein and Water in each day and before you know it you will be far down the recovery path!

I had surgery 2/18 as well. I'm having the same trouble- the Protein Shakes make me sick post op. I have been using Unjury chicken Soup Protein mix and they have 21g per serving. I try to have a couple each day. They are very good -no smell, no bad taste ...just like chicken broth. You may want to try that...?? I also chewed the heck out of a cheese stick for some protein there too..( not sanctioned, but I was dying for food & it went down ok ). Good luck- this is tough but worth it!!

I had my surgery on 2/18 in Michigan! I am having the same issues with protein intake. The shakes make me so nauseous! I have to force myself to drink half of what my doctors require. I am jut trying to get as much Fluid as I can.