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I do believe this is common. You have a TON of swelling and irritation all in that area. You don't have to move as quickly through your diet progression as outlined. As long as you are meeting your goals (protein and fluids), you can stay on thin liquids + Protein Shakes for several weeks.

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I had my sleeve done on 9/28 and have been doing ok but really starting to notice a constricted feeling , like there's a rubber band and around my stomach but feels like heartburn. I know that's kinda vague. I am taking Prilosec daily so I don't think it's heartburn but it's just a constant uncomfortable feeling. Maybe gas bubbles? Or normal post op stretching? Does this make any sense to anyone else?..