Things I now know

[HDubSleevery 25]

I have been sleeved for five days and there are some things that I have learned already. (in no particular order)

- the "sharts" are very real and you shouldn't try to guess what is air and what is not. It can be messy.

- most if not all medicines are ridiculously nasty when crushed and mixed with anything

- however those same nasty crushed meds work super fast compared to before

- coughing after surgery hurts

- I have never been so afraid of sneezing in my life

- I havent eaten anything in 5 days and I don't miss it. I have some head hunger but it is controllable unlike before.

- it is surreal to go from never being full to only being able to eat a few small bites of Jello.

Oh and healing incisions ITCH!

[minniekitty 44]

I could definitely live without the sharts.

[MeMeMEEE 206]

Haha sooo true!! And hiccups HURT!

[Sassygirl06 962]

so true so true! why is it now i get the hicups after eating only a few bites of food and so slowly??

[BroadwayBaby 19]

Too funny! I am 6 days post op and am not hungry at all either. I have to force myself to get in the liquid & Protein. I do feel quick a restriction between my front ribcage at times. Has anyone else experienced this? Is it just the tightness of the sleeve with the swelling? I am a tiny bit concerned because when they did the post op xrays to check for leaks they didn't find one but said that my stomach was not draining as quickly as it should. The doctor said that once the swelling goes down it will hopefully go away. I expected some restriction but not this much.

Thanks!

[HDubSleevery 25]

YES! Hiccups hurt! Breathing exercises are no fun either.

[travelbum 0]

I had the same problem and they put me on an antacid prescription. I had bad heartburn too. I'm going to my 5 week follow up next week.

[ScentsyLady 1]

I have been sleeved for five days and there are some things that I have learned already. (in no particular order)

- the "sharts" are very real and you shouldn't try to guess what is air and what is not. It can be messy.

- most if not all medicines are ridiculously nasty when crushed and mixed with anything

- however those same nasty crushed meds work super fast compared to before

- coughing after surgery hurts

- I have never been so afraid of sneezing in my life

- I havent eaten anything in 5 days and I don't miss it. I have some head hunger but it is controllable unlike before.

- it is surreal to go from never being full to only being able to eat a few small bites of Jello.

Oh and healing incisions ITCH!

yeah, those **** sharts! Best advice, if you think it is gas, get up and go, don't trust it! If you even feel a twinge, get up and go, don't trust it! If you even have a "feeling" get up and get to the bathroom! Otherwise, cleanup time big time. I will be soooo glad when this phase is over. It is my biggest enemy. I feel fantastic otherwise. I also have been able to slow down and actually "think" what can I have, what is best for my sleeve where before, what the hell, I am having it! The head hunger is bad, but much more controlled than before. I can't wait to start purreed foods and maybe the sharts will eventually pass.Most everyone says it is because of all the liquids and gas getting out. I hope you guys are all right!!!

[HDubSleevery 25]

I am drinking a SF warm apple cider with a teaspoon of SF caramel Syrup. *clear heaven*

I didn't think I would be this happy with my selection of clears at 6 days out. Four days until I get to almond milk and Protein shakes. I can't wait!!!!

(I really hope sleeverella likes almond milk!)

[ScentsyLady 1]

I am drinking a SF warm apple cider with a teaspoon of SF caramel Syrup. *clear heaven*

I didn't think I would be this happy with my selection of clears at 6 days out. Four days until I get to almond milk and Protein shakes. I can't wait!!!!

Thanks for the idea! I have both in my cupboard but did not hook it up with clears. I love all you guys on this forum! I learn something all the time!

(I really hope sleeverella likes almond milk!)

[Mae8217 2]

I'm 5 days post op and your post has me rolling. Lol, I love it. Sneezing and itching...omg.

[GreginMI 76]

Quote from "The Bucket List" movie : "never pass up a bathroom, never waste a hard-on, and never trust a fart."

I have been sleeved for five days and there are some things that I have learned already. (in no particular order)

- the "sharts" are very real and you shouldn't try to guess what is air and what is not. It can be messy.

- most if not all medicines are ridiculously nasty when crushed and mixed with anything

- however those same nasty crushed meds work super fast compared to before

- coughing after surgery hurts

- I have never been so afraid of sneezing in my life

- I havent eaten anything in 5 days and I don't miss it. I have some head hunger but it is controllable unlike before.

- it is surreal to go from never being full to only being able to eat a few small bites of Jello.

Oh and healing incisions ITCH!

[HDubSleevery 25]

This is the best thread ever!

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,281]

I'd also like to add, yes sneezing hurts but... speaking of sharts, you'll need to watch these while sneezing.

As they say, liquids in, liquids OUT!

[MeMeMEEE 206]

mmm apple cider!! now I want some!