hey my name is Sabrina and I am 5 days post op. I am trying to get used to how my stomach feels but its hard. can anyone tell me what they felt after they got the sleeve within the first week? I just recently developed diarrhea yesterday, is that normal? The gas is not as bad as it was but still when i drink anything my stomach tightens up and feels like i have acid reflux my stomach rumbles and i burp. Im actually really hungry too but im scared to try any full liquids like soup or anything. I still have my drip bag in my stomach and its getting removed tuesday, can anyone tell me how that feels when its removed? Ive also been a little dizzy/lightheaded and somewhat nauseous. I kno i have a lot of questions but if anyone can help that would be great

I had diarrhea which I figured was normal being all I am putting in is liquid. If it concerns you though check with you Dr. The first few weeks fluids took alot of time to get in, I could take about 3 sips and the 4th would make me miserable. I didn't have a phase with soup other than broth so I can't help there. At 2 weeks I went to soft Protein which is where I am now and let me tell you I wish soup was on the menu because I don't consider tuna soft! I didn't have a drain so no help there. The dizzy/lightheaded could be from so few calories. Also if you are on any meds it is possible they already need reduced - talk with your Dr.

hey my name is Sabrina and I am 5 days post op. I am trying to get used to how my stomach feels but its hard. can anyone tell me what they felt after they got the sleeve within the first week? I just recently developed diarrhea yesterday, is that normal? The gas is not as bad as it was but still when i drink anything my stomach tightens up and feels like i have acid reflux my stomach rumbles and i burp. Im actually really hungry too but im scared to try any full liquids like soup or anything. I still have my drip bag in my stomach and its getting removed tuesday, can anyone tell me how that feels when its removed? Ive also been a little dizzy/lightheaded and somewhat nauseous. I kno i have a lot of questions but if anyone can help that would be great

Congratulations on your sleeve Sabrina, it might not feel this way now but your going to be so happy and feel great. The first few weeks are hard so make sure you rest and don't be afraid to call you doctor. Are you taking a ppi for the gas that will help so much. I also felt hungry until I started eating real food, but the ppi may help with that too. I did not have a drip bag. Try chicken broth or even tea, just slowly sip and see how you feel. Just take it slow and you will get used to your new stomach. Besides eating very little soon things will go back to normal. Good luck and feel better, Janine

hey my name is Sabrina and I am 5 days post op. I am trying to get used to how my stomach feels but its hard. can anyone tell me what they felt after they got the sleeve within the first week? I just recently developed diarrhea yesterday, is that normal? The gas is not as bad as it was but still when i drink anything my stomach tightens up and feels like i have acid reflux my stomach rumbles and i burp. Im actually really hungry too but im scared to try any full liquids like soup or anything. I still have my drip bag in my stomach and its getting removed tuesday, can anyone tell me how that feels when its removed? Ive also been a little dizzy/lightheaded and somewhat nauseous. I kno i have a lot of questions but if anyone can help that would be great

Thank you guys. my major concern right now is the diarrhea tho cuz now when i drink anything my stomach hurts and well it runs right thru me. did anyone else have this? And thank you so much for the support

The diarrhea was pretty normal for me. Fluids in, fluids out. I am on day 18 and I've had my highs and lows so far. I did have a drain in the hospital but it was removed on day 3. The soreness in my abdomen improved greatly once they took it out. It was like whipping off a band-aid really fast except there was no lingering stinging afterwards.

I did clears, full liquids, and I advanced to softs/mushies this evening. Technically I am not supposed to advance until Monday but I don't want my first experience with soft food to be at work! I am taking it really slow.

The sip, gurgle, burp has been pretty normal for me. Usually when I first start to eat or drink something, I'll get a burp. My thought is there isn't much room for gas AND food/drink so I'd rather have the gas out.

I had a small issue with acid/heartburn about 7 days out. I talked to my doc and he had me double to Nexium dose daily for 5 days and quit drinking citrus juices (i.e. lemonade) and the problem has cleared up.

Good luck! It does get better with each stage. The sleeve is definitely a practice in patience.

Diarrhea is pretty normal when you're on full liquids. My surgeon said to call if I was having 8-10 bouts of diarrhea per day but other than that just keep sipping to prevent dehydration.

In the beginning food isn't as important as getting in your fluids to stay hydrated.

I was told that I would have diahrea. In fact the nurse warned me that you may think it's just gas and oops...you get the picture. As far as removing the drain, it does not hurt and is actually very fast. That put a gauze pad over it just in case it leaks a little and by the next day you have a scar. I was never so happy to get rid of something as I was witn that thing!