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Just wondering if anyone has tried SF fro yo or Rita’s ice in the early weeks after RNY? I’m 4 weeks out. Want to try...but afraid to as well.

Today was my first day of puréed food. I was at work & decided to heat up scrambled eggs. Bad move!! I think by re- heating them in the microwave they became firmer. I took 3 bites and it felt like there was a fist in my chest. They wouldn’t go down & wouldn’t come up. It took about a half hour for the pain to go away and for me to stop spitting (gross!). Not the experiences out want to have at work!

@zemi I am going to wait until purée to do bananas and Peanut Butter for soft foods. I will probably look for a natural PB. I used to use Justin’s but I am pretty sure there is still a lot of sugar in it

I still have 1 week until I go to puree stage, but I will be traveling for work for 2 weeks while on soft foods 1 week & transition to regular diet the last week. I hate the thought of experimenting with foods from a hotel room or restaurant.

Just curious- for those of you who had revision from VSG to RNY, are there any foods you ate all the time with the sleeve that you can no longer tolerate after your revision to RNY (or vice versa)?
I’m still on full liquids, but I really had no problems with any foods (except kale) after the sleeve. I go back to work when I’m on puréed and afraid of eating something that will make me sick at work.

@Frustr8 Elvis also added bacon 🥓 to that glorious combination!!!

Is Natural (no sugar) PB and bananas a yes or no in the puréed stage? I’m still on full liquids, but dreaming of the day.

Keep fighting! I had the same GERD/hernia issues since I was sleeved 5 years ago. Just had revision on 7/23 and have not had one second of heartburn/reflux. Make sure your surgeon does endoscopy. Meeting with nutritionist & behavioral will speed the process along too. I saw both of them before even scheduling surgery and I didn’t need to go through any of the classes again. Best of luck!!! We are rooting for you!!!

I will have to try the chocolate ones! They have a Chocolate Peanut Butter flavor too!!

I tried the GNC calcium citrate chews and they have an awful taste to them. I was dreading having to eat one of these 3 times a day. I tried a few others, and I had to hold my nose while choking them down.
I looked at some reviews online and saw some really good ones for Bariatric Advantage Calcium Citrate Chews. I ordered the assorted fruit flavors so I can see if there was any one I liked. In the bag is Orange, raspberry, strawberry & lemon. Got them in the mail super quick. Only 1-2 days. To my absolute delight, these are amazing! They taste like Starburst candy. I actually look forward to eating them!
They are $36 for a bag of 90 (one month supply) and worth every penny! They have many other flavors too...chocolate, caramel, etc.
This find was way too good not to share!
The weight management center at my hospital sells them in their office, so I can get them there for the same price minus the shipping.
If you come across them...grab some!!!

https://www.bariatricadvantage.com/item/calcium_citrate_chewy_bites_500mg

I took some MOM hours ago & still nothing. I don’t even feel like anything is in there.

I am 6 days out from sleeve to rny revision & still have not pooped. I am finally passing gas, but I do not feel any urge to have a bowel movement. I have been taking Dulcolax stool softener a couple times a day, but still nothing. Was wondering if MOM or Mirilax is the way to go? I am also having a sharp pain under by left breast/rib cage. Hurts to take a deep breath. Anyone else experience this?

I am 6 days out from sleeve to rny revision & still have not 💩. I am finally passing gas, but I do not feel any urge to have a bowel movement. I have been taking Dulcolax stool softener a couple times a day, but still nothing. Was wondering if MOM or Mirilax is the way to go? I am also having a sharp pain under by left breast/rib cage. Hurts to take a deep breath. Anyone else experience this?

Had my revision to RNY yesterday. Surgery went well and they also fixed a pretty large Hiatal hernia. Water is going down fine. I keep sleeping with my mouth open & it is royally drying my mouth out. They gave me an anti nausea patch behind my ear that is working like a charm . The pain is also different from when I had the sleeve. More gas in my chest this time & it feels like I did 8million sit-ups, but I know each day will get better. To all those getting revision- make sure you walk laps around the floor and definitely take the main meds. They work! And make sure you ask for sugar free popsicles !
I assume the Dr is going to make me stay an extra night but not sure.
Happy I am finally through it and on the road to no more GERD.
Good luck to all who will also be going through this!🍀

I will be at the hospital for vsg to rny revision in less than 14 hours!

It was 5 years ago today 7/22 that I was sleeved. Like many others- GERD, hiatal hernia & a 30lb regain has me going back for a second chance. I gotta admit, rearranging my guys has me a little nervous. Not sure what to expect as far as recovery the first couple day or how long they will end up keeping me in the hospital. For those who have gone through the same thing- Is it similar to sleeve? Any advice & words of wisdom are greatly appreciated!

I got sleeved 5 years ago and had terrible reflux/GERD every single day since. My esophagus is a mess! Doctor said RNY bypass is the way to go & I’m having revision on Monday. Doctor said that every single patient he did revision to RNY for bypass for no longer suffered from reflux. I’ll let you know how it goes, but don’t jump the gun and get the sleeve.

Im 6 weeks post op & feeling great..BUT...I have been recently getting really bad cramps in my calves. I'm drinking enough & just started to take potassium to see if that helps. Did anyone else experience this?

It happens all the time...while walking, laying in bed, etc.

It's really starting to get annoying. I just hope I'm not lacking something.

Nexium is new OTC but it's been around almost as long as Prilosec and has the same molecule as Prilosec. They just used the mirror image version so they could renew the patten You can get generic Prilosec but not generic nexus. So the Prilosec is cheaper.

Hmmmm....good to know! Thanks for saving me a few bucks!

Thanks all! I guess it's all trial & error. I just hope my Dr will write a script for it. It's much cheaper for me than buying OTC.

I know Nexium is pretty new, but wonder how it compares to Prilosec.

HI there. How far out are you on your journey?

I am 5 weeks out.

Grapes

Pickes/cucumbers

Shrimp

Almonds/pumpkin seeds/nuts

Protein Bars

Low carb wheat tortillas (think tortilla pizza)

Turkey bacon

Hamburger meat/ground beef

Broccoli

Carrots

I need to start mixing it up, but I'm a big chicken to try new things. I'm craving fruits & veggies, but I also don't want to waste my sleeve space on a lot of things that do not have Protein. I'm so confused.

Craving nuts too...but again...CHICKEN.

Does it matter which one? I ran out of prescription Prilosec (but have a ton of Zantac at home). Headed to store & might get something OTC just in case. Any suggestions on what works best?

I have a question: I'm ending my 4th week post op since I was sleeved but does anyone have the same thing where you eat or drink something and your stomach starts to make loud noises or your throat?

Absolutely! I was sleeved on 7/22 & I get lots of rumbling loud gurgling noises that come from my throat. I thought maybe if was an result of hernia repair.

Or the first time in many years, my weight starts with a 1!!!!! I had my 1 month NUT visit today, and when I stepped on the scale and it read 199.5...I screamed!

It's only by a thread....but I'll take it!