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I was sleeved Tuesday so this is my second day. After the week on Clear Liquids pre-surgery, I was shocked to see I had gained 4 pounds. Now two days after surgery I have gained 10! Is this normal? My hands are very swollen and I really feel awful. I guess I expected the pain, but gaining 10 pounds. I haven't eaten anything except Water and broth. So what is happening?

Elode, reading is a great idea to help me slow down. I was a teacher and we had 20 minutes for lunch, so I am used to scarfing it down! Lol. I will try the reading trick

Thanks all. I am drinking a premiere Protein drink most days but I can't always finish it. I also have Unjury protein which I add to things but when I can only eat two bites, I am not getting much protein. Today I had half protein drink, a laughing cow cheese wedge and half a scrambled egg with a tablespoon of grated cheese on it. I made some instant potatoes and put unjury in it but only could eat a few bites. I am now trying to drink a little orange/tangerine juice.

I am probably eating too fast. I do take my Vitamins. The fluids are the hardest for me. I have never been able to drink much and mostly drank fluids with meals. I will keep trying. I am just discouraged

I take miralax every other day. It is not supposed to be habit forming and adds Water to your bowel. It has been a great solution for me.

Thanks all! I met with the PA and evidently what I am feeling is due to eating and drinking too fast and too much. I was pushing the Protein Drinks trying to get my numbers up and it was making my sleeve unhappy. So I am slowing way down. They said I may also be lactose intolerant. That happens sometimes to sleeve patients. So almond milk for me. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement!

Thanks all! I met with the PA and evidently what I am feeling is due to eating and drinking too fast and too much. I was pushing the Protein Drinks trying to get my numbers up and it was making my sleeve unhappy. So I am slowing way down. They said I may also be lactose intolerant. That happens sometimes to sleeve patients. So almond milk for me. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement!

Thanks all! I met with the PA and evidently what I am feeling is due to eating and drinking too fast and too much. I was pushing the Protein Drinks trying to get my numbers up and it was making my sleeve unhappy. So I am slowing way down. They said I may also be lactose intolerant. That happens sometimes to sleeve patients. So almond milk for me. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement!

Thanks all! I met with the PA and evidently what I am feeling is due to eating and drinking too fast and too much. I was pushing the Protein Drinks trying to get my numbers up and it was making my sleeve unhappy. So I am slowing way down. They said I may also be lactose intolerant. That happens sometimes to sleeve patients. So almond milk for me. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement!

Thanks all! I met with the PA and evidently what I am feeling is due to eating and drinking too fast and too much. I was pushing the Protein Drinks trying to get my numbers up and it was making my sleeve unhappy. So I am slowing way down. They said I may also be lactose intolerant. That happens sometimes to sleeve patients. So almond milk for me. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement!

Going in for my swallow study today. I have continued to have the cramping after I eat anything. liquids go down a bit easier. Hopefully all is well and I just need to heal more, but I was afraid to wait any longer in case something is going on. Prayers requested! Thanks!

Called dr. Was told to wear Spanx (I guess to support the area), drink with straw and go back on liquids for the weekend. If not better on Monday, I will go in for a swallow study. Praying it gets better on its own. I really don't want more surgery!

Thanks Kathy812. I ordered some Unjury today!

Thanks Kathy812, I will try plum smart juice!

Had my surgery 10/21. One week out and I am on full liquids. So far only a Protein Drink, two tablespoons of chicken broth and Water today. Will try Soup later. Feeling weak but assume it us from so few calories. I have lost 10 pounds since surgery. I haven't had a bm in over a week. A little nervous about that. My pain was good until I passed some gas yesterday kind of straining. Now it feels pulled and hurting again. Scared I had popped a staple at first, but surely it would take more than that. Looking forward to more food choices.

Thanks strangefruit. I will stay off the scales! I figured it was Water weight, but pretty discouraging!

I am 1 day out and doing pretty well. I forgot to ask my dr if it was normal to have pain as the Water you are sipping hits the stomach. I have a sharp pain and cramp like feeling every time I drink anything. Is this normal and will it get better. Thanks!