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My doctor was concerned about adhesions too because of prior abdominal surgery, but my RNY was successful. Good luck to you!

Awesome!! Congratulations

Just a follow up for those of you interested. I have experimented with this, and as far as I can tell, Allulose does NOT cause dumping in bypass patients. Ymmv

I'm like Frustr8. At 3 weeks post bypass I was diagnosed with a severe stricture and marginal ulcers. 3 months post op now, and just had my 5th endoscopy with dilation on Friday. I couldn't eat or drink much without feeling nauseous and having difficulty swallowing. Go back to your surgeon please!

I ate 1/2 a scrambled egg at 3 months post RNY. No problems, but couldn't eat the whole egg!

Definitely push for a full panel of labs to be run! Your health depends on knowing your deficiencies and treating them if need be. You're not crazy as a loon!! Mine they did early because of our shared condition. Usually they do it at 6 months. Fingers crossed you get someone to pay attention at your next appointment on the 17th.

I'm 57 and had bypass 3 months ago. I never feel "hungry" like I did before surgery. One of the many reasons I chose bypass is because of the chance of dumping! I had an incredible sweet tooth before surgery and wanted something to deter me. My tastes have changed, and my mental status is such that for now I really only want protein and food that's good for me. I'm happy I had bypass. Good luck with whichever you choose.

Yes! I just had lab work done and B12 was over 2000. I do take a supplement of 1000 micrograms a day. Doctor said to keep up with the supplements even though the result was high because there is no danger in too high B12, but low B12 can have serious consequences.

Awesome!

I take specific bariatric vitamins. Bariatric Advantage brand multivitamin, vitamin B12, and calcium chews. They might be more expensive, but I feel it's worth it, and my surgeon recommends this brand.

I don't want to alarm any newbies, so that's why I didnt specify, but at 3 weeks out I developed a severe stricture between my intestines and pouch which prevented me from transitioning to soft foods. I also have marginal ulcers. I am having my 5th endoscopy with dilation on Friday. I'm hoping two more rounds will do the trick.

March 27th was my gastric bypass. Down 43 pounds from surgery date, and 60 pounds from highest weight. I'd like to lose another 65 pounds.

About 1/8 of a cup of ground beef or scrambled egg. About 1/3 cup of Greek yogurt. I'm 3 months out, and have complications.

Thank you so much for your reply. It was helpful!

Mine said no red Jello. Can look like blood in vomit and stools.

So. I have some Quest Hero protein bars left over from pre-surgery and they're made with a type of non digestible sugar called Allulose. I don't want to try it and dump. Has anyone used Allulose with success?

Yeah. I had never heard of ulcers and strictures either, until I developed them just 3 weeks post RNY. I know they are rare, though. You and I are rare birds!!

Congrats to you! Wonderful NSV!

Great news!

Thank you all for your replies!! It is very helpful to know what others ate at my stage, and also what I may be eating later on!

I third this! Caramel Bariatric Advantage chews are delicious! I feel like I'm having a treat!@

Can I ask you all how much protein you're getting on "regular " food? I'm not absorbing protein and need shakes to get enough protein. I can't imagine how I would ever get enough protein without the shakes!@ thanks!

Thanks, Frustr8!!

Thank you, ms.sss! Did it take long for your levels to go up, and do you still take extra vitamin A?

Day 2 for me, too. Still on 4 shakes a day due to a complication. I'm 3 months out.