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I had my gastric sleeve on 2/15/16. I basically haven't been able to take in much at all - fluids or food. I have been vomiting and had diarrhea for the past 4-5 weeks. Every day. I am very dehydrated, so my doctor is more concerned about the fluids than the protein or vitamins. He went so far as to tell me to live on Popsicles if I had to. For the past 4 weeks I have had to have 2 liters of IV fluid per day - one during the evening and one at night through a picc line. I have no energy at all. I sleep most of the time. I am deeply depressed. I have lost 35 pounds out of the 90 I want to lose, but I need to be able to exercise in order to lose weight at a faster pace. How can you exercise when getting no nutrients or calories? I see the doctor once a week. I have had an upper GI series, a CT scan, and an EGD. They all indicate the surgery was successful, but I do have mild to moderate gastritis. I can't do this much longer. Any suggestions? I had my gastric sleeve on 2/15/16. I basically haven't been able to take in much at all - fluids or food. I have been vomiting and had diarrhea for the past 4-5 weeks. Every day. I am very dehydrated, so my doctor is more concerned about the fluids than the protein or vitamins. He went so far as to tell me to live on Popsicles if I had to. For the past 4 weeks I have had to have 2 liters of IV fluid per day - one during the evening and one at night through a picc line. I have no energy at all. I sleep most of the time. I am deeply depressed. I have lost 35 pounds out of the 90 I want to lose, but I need to be able to exercise in order to lose weight at a faster pace. How can you exercise when getting no nutrients or calories? I see the doctor once a week. I have had an upper GI series, a CT scan, and an EGD. They all indicate the surgery was successful, but I do have mild to moderate gastritis. I can't do this much longer. Any suggestions? I had my gastric sleeve on 2/15/16. I basically haven't been able to take in much at all - fluids or food. I have been vomiting and had diarrhea for the past 4-5 weeks. Every day. I am very dehydrated, so my doctor is more concerned about the fluids than the protein or vitamins. He went so far as to tell me to live on Popsicles if I had to. For the past 4 weeks I have had to have 2 liters of IV fluid per day - one during the evening and one at night through a picc line. I have no energy at all. I sleep most of the time. I am deeply depressed. I have lost 35 pounds out of the 90 I want to lose, but I need to be able to exercise in order to lose weight at a faster pace. How can you exercise when getting no nutrients or calories? I see the doctor once a week. I have had an upper GI series, a CT scan, and an EGD. They all indicate the surgery was successful, but I do have mild to moderate gastritis. I can't do this much longer. Any suggestions?

I began my liquid diet on 2/1. Had a vertical sleeve gastrectomy on 2/15. It has not been a smooth ride. I have stayed dehydrated. Everything I attempt to drink feels like it gets stuck and then backs up into my esophagus, giving me horrible heartburn. I am still on a liquid diet. Last Friday I had 2 liters of fluid through an IV. It didn't help. Today my doctor informed me that I will have a picc line inserted Monday morning so that I can receive liquids at home while I sleep at night. I think he wants to try this for at least 2 more weeks. If this doesn't work, then he will resort to a CT scan with contrast. My diet right now consists of sugar free Popsicles. Any others with his problem/

Thanks by pepper! I know he is in a better place now. I know he wouldn't want me to use his death as a roadblock to me getting better. I just feel totally overwhelmed. But I will get through. He was a strong man, and I am his sister. I have some of his genes. I have a great support system! Maybe the greatest! But depression just is a bear. I will rely on my support system and I will get through.

Thanks Newbie 312. I just can't snap out of this. It's just too much for me to handle at once. Now I find out that I have 2 more weeks on the liquid diet. I am so sick of that diet. I need to chew something. I need something to eat!

Thank you for the advice. I have tried to up my caloric intake a bit and that has given me a bit more energy. I still want to sleep a lot, and I don't have enough energy for exercise, but at least I don't feel like I'm dying anymore. I think I will call the nurse tomorrow and have her explain my blood test results. I haven't done that yet. Thanks for your support.

Congratulations! I am scheduled for the 15th. I am both excited and nervous. I have been feeling weak and tired the past few days. I think it's because I am not getting enough calories on this pre op diet. I will be glad when Monday arrives. I can't wait to begin my journey to a healthy new life. I look forward to getting active again and spending time outdoors with my family. I wish you all the best! May everything go well with surgery.

I have surgery next Monday, the 15th, so I have been on the pre op diet for a week. I am struggling with exhaustion, light-headedness, headaches..... I had my pre op visit to the hospital on the 5th and got my lab results today. My sodium and chloride are both low. My BUN, creatinine, and my BUN/creatinine ratio are all high. My ratio is 30.2 and the range high is 20. I tried to contact the doctor on call tonight at the hospital, but never received a return call. I am going to bed now and will call the office tomorrow morning to try to figure out what is going on. It is impossible to exercise when you are so tired you can barely hold your head up. Has anybody else had anything like this happen?

midorigal, need a buddy? covey, I would love to be your buddy!

nicky2221, I would be thrilled to be your buddy. We can support each other through the entire process.

Newbe312, we are going to be so successful at this. My pre op visit didn't amount to much. A bunch of medical history, an EKG, blood work, and x-rays. I have to be at the hospital at 7:30 AM on the 15th, and my surgery is scheduled for 9:30. My surgeon wants me up and walking as much as possible on the day of surgery. I supposedly get out the next day in the afternoon. What about you? How are you doing on your pre op diet? My biggest problem is finding the energy to exercise, but I try to do it every day. Best of luck to you! Thoughts and prayers are with you!

I, too, see a therapist twice a week. We have talked about this surgery from every aspect, and she is totally on board with my decision. I just flat out told her it was my life and my decision alone. Will your therapist continue to see you after surgery? I sure hope so, because you will need them. I know I will need my as an active member of my support group. Be honest with your therapist and tell them how they are making you feel with their discouraging statements.

Are you drinking protein shakes, at least 4 a day? That's 32 oz. of fluid. If you eat soup, that's another 6-8 oz. That only leaves about 24 oz. of water to drink. I sip on water all day, but the protein shakes really fill me up and provide me with some energy. I am on day 5 of pre op diet and, fortunately, my routine is working for me. I did eat a couple of sugar free popsicles today as a treat, but only 15 cal. apiece.

I have problems with depression and social anxiety. I was nervous when I took my psych eval. I am glad I was totally honest. The psychologist who administered the test appreciated my openness and I passed. Don't worry too much about your psych eval. You will do fine.

Well said, Suzanne. I am 60, soon to be 61. I am scheduled for a gastric sleeve on Feb. 15. I have had all kinds of negative responses. Most people just want to know why at my age? I plan on living for quite a few more years. I want to enjoy them to the fullest. I want to feel better physically and emotionally. I want to keep up with my 3 year old granddaughter. I want to go to the beach and never feel self-conscious again. I want to play tennis on a regular basis with my husband. I want to be able to hike without huffing and puffing. I want to look in the mirror in the morning and not say gross. I want to witness the transformation. I have begun my pre op liquid diet. I know this sounds weird, but I like it. If this is something you want badly, people should be happy for you. Be supportive. Look at the positives. I look forward to a successful surgery.

Just moved to GA from Fulton, MO. I have researched the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy and decided to opt for it. I began my pre op diet today. My surgery is 2/15. I am somewhat nervous but more excited. I really need to do this not only to feel better physically but also emotionally. Best wishes to you!