Ashley RN
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Ashley RN got a reaction from Lakishc in Belching and flatus!
So I am post op day 2 with gastric bypass and still at the hospital because of dehydration. I cant seem to get the liquids down. Also just started this evening I am belching like crazy and it hurts! I get this burning epigastric pain and it makes me nauseous then I burp a ton. Anyone else experience this? Also how is the heck did you guys get 64 oz of Water down everyday? I have barley gotten through a 16oz bottle of water. They are sending me home later this evening but I am scared I will just end up in the ER with dehydration.
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Ashley RN reacted to FluffyChix in Veggies?
I'm not cleared for raw. I'm on a soft diet - phase 3 and am 4 weeks + 1 day.
I eat 2oz Protein + 1oz veggies at each meal (3 meals + 1 snack + 1st brekky which is protein coffee)
I can NOT wait for raw veggies and salads! I miss them long time mister!
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Ashley RN got a reaction from FluffyChix in I think I struck gold ...
That’s pretty cool! Thickit is something I use in the hospital a lot to thicken up patients liquids who have dysphasia or issues swallowing. Luckily with my Dr. I do a soft stage but not a puréed stage.
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Ashley RN reacted to FluffyChix in Can’t Sleep Because of Hunger
I had zero hunger for weeks 1 and 2. And had righteous tummy growling--think acid production.
Now I do get hungry--but it's appeased even if I think there is no way to get appeased from 1/4c of food. LOL.
I will eat a tiny bit of Protein just before bed (or drink an ounce of Premier Protein). That helps me a lot but YMMV.
So sorry you're having issues!!! Hope you get them figured out soon!
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Ashley RN reacted to Adams2dc in My god......what have I done?
I felt the exact same way. I watched a ton of YouTube videos of people who had wls and they all mentioned feeling the regret in the first couple of weeks. And it’s not just a small feeling of regret that you can get over by watching a funny movie or taking a walk. I was giving myself extreme love and self care, forcing myself to take walks even when I felt too down, etc., and still spent two weeks in what I would consider one of the lowest depressions of my life. The fog is slowly lifting and it does get WAY better when you can start having more substantial food items and not just broth and Water. It WILL get better. I identify so strongly with what you describe. It’s a mourning process for many people. food has always been my best friend and my comfort, and with this surgery I have chosen to kill my best friend. It’s an actual time of grieving and don’t let anyone make light of that for you. Hugs.
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