OH dang it, I meant to rename this.. I guess I dont really know what to name it anyway,,,

I'm 2 weeks post op.. up until a week post op I was doing fine, getting 64 oz fluids, including premier Protein drinks. Everything was going fine. And then a little after a week, I had some blended cream of chicken Soup (not fat free, forgot) and it gave me the worst pain in my chest and I was unable to get in any fluids for 12 hours.. I went to the ER and they said something about my pancreas being elevated (levels, whatever) and that I can't eat fat right now, or it will happen again. they also told me to check my blood sugars for hypoglycemia and to drink full sugar drinks instead of sugar free and low sugar.

They gave me some numbing antacid stuff and sent me on my way. Since then, I have not been able to drink my Protein Drink without having the same issue. I think they are too heavy. But for some reason, I can eat half a fudgesicle just fine. I'm not able to get in all my fluids and I'm really disaapointed about this because I get migraines when I don't, along with the obvious.

so far today I've had 12 oz gatorade and 12 oz watered down full sugar Vitamin Water.. both with a little bit of unflavored Protein powder added.. I then took a nap and drank about 2 oz of a chocolate protein drink and I feel that god awful pressure all up in my ribs. feels like someone punched me in my diaphram, and I walk around hunched over or sitting but leaning waaaaay back. I will not drink a protein drink again. Now I'm in pain and can't get the other 2 bottles of drink with protein powder like I was hoping to. I KNOW i'm not getting enough protein, and every day I'mg etting more and more behind on my fluids..

please tell me what to do. My mood is getting lower and lower every day. Monday I'm calling my pcp for an anti depressant. Praying I don't get a migraine. I might email my surgeon.. I can't contact anyone in the us really, because I had a mx surgery. I feel kindof like I'm grasping straws...

I wake up feeling like crap, FINALLY get over that hump and drink a tiny amt of protein drink and feel like crap again. It's hard to stay upbeat. I can't STAND protein powder mixed in water, and Im pretty sure milk is just too much for tummy right now. I might try my nectar samples, but I'm REALLY not in the mood for sweet fruity drinks.. I'm so over sweets and I'm only 2 weeks in. I need some more hearty flavors.. even my Calcium chew and Iron cherry tablets repulse me.

please no bashing. I'm feeling really vulnerable right now.. (sad that I should even have to say that) I finally felt good yesterday, had 1.5T yogurt, and about 20 minutes later I went for a walk w/ my 6 year old around the block because I'd told her i would.. felt HORRIBLE when I got back. and every time thi shappens it hurts for about 6-12 hours.. why? Is my sleeve just THAT tiny? I guess I'm full Clear liquids for another week.

also- I keep reading about people who were sleeved around the same time as me that are eating tuna etc.. I feel like I'll never be able to eat that stuff when I can't even tolerate a protein drink... why do I feel like this sleeve has been so much harder on me than others.. was I too blinded by the successful posts and happy people wanting to get sleeved to see that htis is WORK.. it's PAINFUL. it's NOT FUN.

also- full sugar drinks, really? I mean I have to- I was way too weak otherwise, but I feel like my weightloss will be super slow now..

I realize I'm being a little dramatic.. I'm having a hard time seeing outside my little depression bubble atm.

I remember feeling the same way, it just seemed like nothing worked, then a vet told me it usually hits around day ten.....hang in there it does get better, I promise....im at week four and its seems like,my swelling is just now going down....

http://gastricbypasstruth.com/life-after-gastric-bypass/one-month-after-gastric-bypass-buyers-remorse/

Also' date=' I feel like I was a more "popular" poster before I had sirgery. Now that I need support, I wonder where everyone went. [/quote']

Was wondering where you went to since i do t see you as active on the self pay board. So sorry to hear youre having a rough time wish i had advice or to offer You should check out the self pay forum I know there's a post asking specifically about you...

Amytug would you do it again?

Vicki,

i ask myself this frequently, & oddly enough, I would. I was miserable before, with no hope in sight. Now I'm temporarily uncomfortable, occasionally miserable, with a ton of hope in sight. You know? And I'm only 2 weeks out and I know the first month is the hardest.

I hated myself. I was constantly torturing myself with another diet. Now I'm on the final "diet" that I can't quit when the going gets tough. (Not that any weightloss surgery is fail proof but I'm determined, especially after overcoming the roughest patch, to succeed for life)

I keep repeating "choose your hard" to myself. Life with extreme low self esteem was hard. Never being able to find clothes that fit, Feeling ugly even though I knew the cute me was in there somewhere. Never wanting to go anywhere.

This is hard too. I prefer the hard w a happy ending.

*Diamod and Laura- I think dr. Garcia did make us some super tiny little sleeves. That's what I wanted.

Chin up my friend....let me tell you, knowing someone will lecture me...

I am 3 months out, I have NEVER been able to drink 64oz of Water a day. I have NEVER eaten 1000 calories a day. For the first month I was lucky to hit 600 calories. But as time goes by, you won't even notice but you'll suddenly find you can take another bite....another spoonful...not much but enough that you'll start feeling better.

I hate water...nay I LOATHE water...imagine my horror upon learning that some people drink 64oz a day? Well, I live on unsweetened tea, I add a little raspberry flavor to make it tolerable for my sweet tooth and my doc is happy. I am manic about my Vitamins (try to stay that way too) and am down 50 pounds in 3 months. No, it wasn't perfect, yes there are some on this board who would lecture me or tell me I did it wrong. But I feel good! Well now I do! The doctor and nut are happy, my blood work looks fantastic and friends and family compliment me on how healthy I look (nobody knows I had the surgery).

I would endure the struggle again because its worth it and I feel fantastic. Heck, I AM fantastic! And you are too!!!

Keep going girl, you are gonna look amazing in those jeans!

I have to admit I followed your story so closely on the self pay forum. I felt like I could really relate to how you described your feelings and your process to make the decision. Thanks so much for your honesty. I think it's very helpful. I go in a week. I'm actually a bit of a lurker following everyone's trip to Mi and really want to hear about the aftercare. As much as I am terrified I am so glad to have an accurate idea of what to expect for the next few months, so thank you