Okay, I am right at 2 weeks post op. Literally, anything other than liquid broth makes me feel extremely uncomfortable. Thank goodness I've learned to stop just shy of feeling real pain. I tried mushies like mushed carrots, potatoes and even apple sauce. The only thing that feel fine is broth. Am I expecting too much too early? Seriously, when will this pass?? I'm feeling like I will never be able to truly eat and enjoy a meal again. It's discouraging.

Starches and sugars probably aren't going to go well. Try some soft protein like retfied beans or scrambled eggs.

Yup, that sounds about right. I think, for me, it was at about 4 weeks before I was able to feel like I could "eat". I craved ANYTHING with texture. But, anytime I tried, it hurt. So, it's like the old saying:

"Doc, my arm hurts when I do this"

"Well, stop doing that"

That is what I did and I was finally able to find my groove. You will, too. And yes, you will be back to eating anything and everything ... just in smaller quantities.

I was on Clear liquids a week, 4 weeks worth of full liquids, then on to mushy, soft, then solid foods. Stick with the Protein liquids and don't rush it. Your stomach was cut from the bottom to the top. It takes 6-7 weeks to completely heal.

Believe me when I say, it gets better. Heck I couldn't get 3 ounces of Water in me at a time for the first 1-1/2 months for almost 8 weeks I couldn't drink out of a water bottle. It does get better, you are able to get more in. This doesn't last forever. At 6 months out now, I feel if I am not careful that I can get a bit too much in. The honeymoon phase of just a little bit doesn't last forever, remember this is not permanent.

Pdx can tell you how I was 6 months ago when I had this surgery. At six months out it still takes perseverance and dedication. The more weight you lose, the slower you lose it, and the more liquids and food I can tolerate, the slower I lose, the more I need to exercise. This is not a 100% quick fix, but I remember where you are right this second. I remember thinking oh my gosh, what did I do, I will never be able to eat ever again. You will be able to eat again, I promise you and not a day has gone by since I had this surgery that I have regretted it.

Best wishes and luck to you.

It took me to get to week 4 almost before I was comfortable with the mush foods. Just be patient.

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Thanks for the info and encouragement. Oh, refried beans is another one I tried but they were actually painful. Forgot to mention that before. I guess I'll just stick with broth, Edy's fruit & juice bars (they don't have that horrible artificial taste like many popsicles), and protein drinks. Oh, one thing I can tolerate, interestingly, are crackers (Goldfish, Cheez-Its). Weird how everyone is so different but I love to hear others' experiences.