Okay I'm a week post op and I'm on the full liquid phase for another ten days. Besides protein shakes & strained soups and broths, what did you all eat in this stage? I need some variety

I can't wait until I can have some refried Beans with a little salsa and melted cheese. That sounds so very good right now. I think my doc wants me to wait another week before I try those' date=' though...[/quote']

I think that's considered phase 3

I think that's considered phase 3

Yes. I start phase three on Friday.

Yes. I start phase three on Friday.

Any trouble getting your fluids in? Protein?

Amanda Rae

Any trouble getting your fluids in? Protein?

Amanda Rae

I haven't had any trouble yet. I'm getting around 70-80 grams of protein a day. I'm also fortunate that I don't have much trouble with drinking liquids, so I'm able to get my fluids in easily.

My biggest challenge right now isn't directly related to my surgery. I have a condition called gout that is a painful form of arthritis. It's in my foot/ankle right now, and I've been unable to walk for 5 days. My typical treatments (either strong NSAIDs or steroids) can't be taken this soon after surgery, so I'm pretty much stuck right now, just waiting it out.

I haven't had any trouble yet. I'm getting around 70-80 grams of Protein a day. I'm also fortunate that I don't have much trouble with drinking liquids' date=' so I'm able to get my fluids in easily.

My biggest challenge right now isn't directly related to my surgery. I have a condition called gout that is a painful form of arthritis. It's in my foot/ankle right now, and I've been unable to walk for 5 days. My typical treatments (either strong NSAIDs or steroids) can't be taken this soon after surgery, so I'm pretty much stuck right now, just waiting it out.[/quote']

Ouch! I've heard gout is very painful. I hope it passes quickly. I'm doing good with fluids and protein too, thankfully. I am counting down to puréed foods.

Amanda Rae

I haven't had any trouble yet. I'm getting around 70-80 grams of Protein a day. I'm also fortunate that I don't have much trouble with drinking liquids' date=' so I'm able to get my fluids in easily.

My biggest challenge right now isn't directly related to my surgery. I have a condition called gout that is a painful form of arthritis. It's in my foot/ankle right now, and I've been unable to walk for 5 days. My typical treatments (either strong NSAIDs or steroids) can't be taken this soon after surgery, so I'm pretty much stuck right now, just waiting it out.[/quote']

Wow I'm sorry to hear about your Gout. I hope you get better soon !! I'm not having problems getting my protein in either I have a 35g shake twice a day and drinks and Soups in between. Everything is going smoothly thank goodness. I start puréed food next Thursday I had surgery on the 28th.