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So I did great with getting my liquids and protein until yesterday. All of a sudden I couldn’t keep anything down. Not even water. No nausea or feeling like crap. No pains or fever or anything. Well, hiccups. Lots of those. But every time I sipped anything, I would salivate like crazy for 20 minutes and then it popped right back up. It never felt like it got to my stomach; rather it was like it got lodged in my upper chest. When it came back up, there were no stomach contractions or stomach acid. So here I am, in the ER. I’m going to be getting some IV fluids and a CT scan. My DO here thinks it’s most likely esophageal swelling where the esophagus meets the new pouch, and the CT scan will show that. I’m sure I’m in for lots of waiting, but I’ll be glad to have this figured out! I’m thirsty and honestly more annoyed than anything. Lol. Keep you guys posted. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 244.8 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

For reference I got down 45 calories, 2g protein and about 10oz of fluid total today. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 246.6 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’m 6 days out of surgery today and I haven’t been able to keep anything down. Prior to today I’ve had no issues. I was actually getting about 500 calories and 45-50g of protein a day. Today, no go. Every little sip of everything feels like it gets stuck in my chest, I start to slime, and then about 30-45 minutes later, I barf up whatever little sip I had. It’s strange because it’s not that my stomach contracts when I throw up the sip, it’s like I finally burp and it just slides right back up from where it got stuck in my chest. Should I wait it out a little or should I contact my surgeon? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 246.6 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Yes I am. Now I’m having the opposite problem. I haven’t been able to keep anything down today. I’m not nauseous, but every sip of everything feels like it gets stuck in my chest and I slime until I barf up the sip of whatever I just tried. Is this a warning sign of a possible stricture? I’m only 6 days out and have had no problems until today. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 246.6 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I can start full liquids Thursday or Friday depending on how I feel. Yay! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 249 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’m also pleasantly surprised by how nicely recovered I am! I’m still on the clear liquids, but I’m seeing my surgeon today and I’ll find out if I can go to full now. No nausea at all! Terrible gas pains for the first 48 hours, then nuthin! Got in 449 calories and 51g of protein yesterday. 52oz of fluid. Moving right along! I also did not have a drain. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 249 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

No solids for me for awhile. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’ve eaten so many popsicles it’s crazy! [emoji38] I’ve got jello, but it’s the same deal. Hungry, small amount and full, then hungry again HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’m sitting in my surgeons office parking lot right now! [emoji23] I gave up with the WTF? and decided to drive down here today. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 209 Second goal weight: 191 lbs Third goal weight: 159 lbs Final Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

You know I know you’re struggle! My initial consultation was 10/12/2016 and my surgery wasn’t until 5/10/18!!!! It WILL happen! Just keep the faith! Your friend, The Lunar Puppy HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’m glad I’m not alone! I was freaking out because it seemed too damn easy compared to a lot of people. And then hardly any weight off. I was going nuts! Hearing someone else had an easy journey in the beginning as well and was still able to lose weight has given me more confidence. Thank you so very much! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Thank you for the encouragement! I hope I can do as well as you with the weight loss! Glad you’re feeling better now HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I [emoji173]️ this! I’m getting a lot of SF popsicles too! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Thank you! These are great ideas! I can’t do spicy, I’m a huge wuss! But everything else sounds awesome! Do you have a favorite out of all those? And the soup tonight was in a slow cooker with TONS of veg and it was AMAZEBALLS! [emoji23] HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

64oz is HARD! I’m not there yet either, but I keep on trying. My pee is pretty clear though so I must be staying hydrated enough! Who knew pee would be so important? [emoji23] HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Just worry about the fluid right now. Like my NUT told me, the human body can live 3 WEEKS without food but only 3 DAYS without water. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Holy crap! Literally! That’s my IBS history. Eat anything, diarrhea 10 minutes later. Cramping all the time. Just AWFUL. I’m actually better now. Like you said, just the little poops. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

How long ago was your surgery? I’m 4 days out and I get this sometimes too. Haven’t had acid reflux, but I do find I burp a lot and get gas pains when I eat. I’m guessing mine is because I just had surgery and I’ve got lots of healing to do. So I’m just wondering how far out you are. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Hi! I had the sleeve done 5/10 and my recovery has been super easy. I’m so sorry you’re going through all this! But I do have some questions. Are you already on full liquid diet? I’m on clear for 10 days after surgery and then I can go to full. Maybe the fact that you’re trying to eat pudding and sweet stuff is what’s upsetting your tummy? I did have IBS before my surgery, but I’ve had no problems after. I was instructed to take a stool softener nightly and that has kept me from getting constipated. I do get little bouts of diarrhea, but I’m told that’s because all I’m taking in are liquids. As for the protein, my NUT suggests that you keep working to get that 64oz of fluid a day (it definitely takes time though!) and starting on day 1 increase your calories and protein each day. So day 1: 100 calories and 10g protein. Day 2: 200 calories and 20g protein ect until you get to 800 and 75-90. My advice is don’t push yourself super hard, but do constantly sip sip sip. I can actually take pretty normal drinks now; not GULPS, but not sips. And if it continues to be too hard to get your fluids, call your team. Most readmissions to the ER after WLS are for dehydration. Hope you feel better soon! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

How are all of my fellow 5/10’s doing? HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

That’s what I had! You’re going to do great! I promise! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I’m on clear. But with protein shakes as well. My mom was kind enough to make made from scratch beef veg soup and make an extra 6 cups of broth with it for me. It was delicious! Just the added taste of the veg was awesome! HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

[emoji23]I’m dead at the “feeding!” All of a sudden I pictured that scene with the cow and the raptors from Jurassic Park! [emoji23] But yes. That’s it. Hungry, easily full, then hungry. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC

Unfortunately I’m not so lucky. And I’m not craving bad foods either. I was able to learn the difference between head and real hunger (for myself) during the year long diet before surgery. This is that definitely empty tummy hunger. Luckily I haven’t craved anything bad, but just the thought of some cottage cheese or cream of wheat sounds delicious. I did get lucky that I already ate what I’m supposed to eat through the stages of recovery and lifelong. Not big on fried food or super sweet things. I ate well, I just ate too much lol. Anyway, I wish that I wasn’t hungry this early, but what can I do? It does have the benefits of getting in the liquids and protein I need during this phase, so there’s that at least. HW: 311 SW: 255 VSG CW: 252 First goal weight: 191 lbs Second goal weight: 159 lbs Goal weight: 142 lbs 5’6” 34 yo female in NC