Hi everyone I was sleeved on June 4th and I feel pretty good, but I am still in a bit of pain. My doctor told me that i seemed to experience more pain than most during my overnight hospital stay, I had to have some heavy duty pain meds to keep the pain under control... i have noticed that every day gets better but it feels like i am progressing very slowly. I remember them saying most people could go back to work a week out but for me I am still not feeling great. I don't have much energy.

I am getting my Vitamins in but have a hard time fitting Water and foods in too. I have pains when I swallow its almost like I feel whatever it is going all the way down to my stomach but then the pain goes away after a minute. I have found that Ice cubes are good to chew and help me get my water in.

I think I just need a little advice from you guys that have been through this. I can't wait to feel better and I am so anxious to be able to eat more than just 2 tablespoons of food at a time. I am also so anxious to eat "normal" food again. I am so sick of liquids and puréed and it's only been a week! I will be able to have some of the foods I like again right? I'm going to make healthy choices even when i can fit more in my stomach, but it would be nice to know that i will be able to have a slice of pizza or a sandwich in the future! I know it will take time but I feel a bit discouraged! Other than this little rant all is well! Thanks for listening!

Caitlin

I had my sleeve done on June 5 and I just started full liquids today. You're on puréed Already? I don't get to the puréed stage until June 21. And can't eat regular food till July 4. I'm still having a problem getting in all my Liquids and Proteins. I feel like I drink something every second of the day. And I'm top of that I feel like I'm not losing any weight. Good luck I hope everything works out for you And you feel better soon.

I feel like you took the words out of my mouth. Sleeved on 6/6/13 and feel like I'm sipping alllllll the time and not losing. Glad I'm not alone.

Wow thank you so much everyone who has replied. This has been extremely helpful and my spirits have raised. I am already feeling better.

I was sleeved on 6/6/13 and I still feel kind of bad. It does get better though. I still feel pain when I swallow stuff but I think it's because I am drinking to much and/or too fast. It's hard to get used to!

I was sleeved on 6/5/13 and feel the same way I think it is par for the course at this point!! We can do this though!!

I was sleeved on 6/5/13 and feel the same way I think it is par for the course at this point!! We can do this though!!

Hang in there and remember to take it slow. Each person is different and will recover individually. You stomach is swollen and inflamed from the surgery. It will take a few weeks to fully subside. If liquids still give you trouble then focus on Protein shakes - find the ones with the highest grams of protein (with low carb and fat content). Some people have trouble with warmer liquids and need to drink things ice cold. Others cannot tolerate cold liquids and need everything to be at room temperature.

Now is a good time to really start identifying what 'feels' best for you and your sleeve. Start getting to know each other. Like any new relationship - remember to take things slow.

G

The first week was a real struggle trying to sip water and protein shakes. I'm starting week 3 and, it does get easier, physically and mentally. Take it easy on yourself - get sleep, rest, walk, and keep at the water and protein shakes. I found I was better still on liquids even though I could eat some soft foods (yogurt, pureed chicken, etc.) Solids made me really tired after I ate. I'll add them in next week slowly and see how it goes. hang in there

I was sleeved May 13. I did OK the first week, and hit the Fluid and Protein within 7 days. I was so bored a week out. But then I had a setback and was sick in bed for a day from a medication interaction (my own fault). But stamina came back quickly after that first week was over.

I didn't go back to work until June 3, because I wanted to get the next diet phase started before I faced the stress of work. Last week was so stressful, I almost wish I had taken the full 6 weeks off (until I was at regular food again).

Talk to your surgeon and NUT. They'll tell you they've seen it all, and that they give you targets but expect them to be harder for some people. I started on puree foods at 2 oz (on day 18), but could move up to a half cup (4 oz) pretty soon after that.

It does get better! But it's not for sissies - tha't my new mantra!

I was sleeved on 6/4 as well. And my doctor allows the pureed at this stage as well, including refried beans and hummus. I have the same reaction to food and drink as you, it causes pressure when it goes down but that eases. I just came back to work today for the first time and I'm doing pretty well besides the itchy stomach and being tired. Glad I have an office to shut the door and nap on my lunch hour. Not like I need that time for eating! I've noticed that the last 2 days have each been progressively better so hang in there!

I'm so glad to read all your posts.. I was sleeved on 6/6 & thought I was the only one feeling this way. I am soooooo sick of broth & every other clear liquid, I could scream!!! Supposed to start full liquids on Thursday... am so ready!!!!! Will be so glad when I can CHEW something!!!!

Energy & pain wise, I'm improving daily... Just moving alittle slow.

Thanks all. This helped me also. Sleeved 6/6 and my stomach won't stop gurgling!! It's confusing because it feels like hunger! Wish I could chew!!!!!!

All of you are such a great support system! I needed this encouragement. We CAN do this!!! And though this week has felt like a decade it will be better (proof first hand from y'all and not just a pamphlet!) thank you thank you!!!

Sleeved 6/4/13, off of pain meds since 6/9/13 feeling better everyday.. down 17 pounds!!! The liquid gets so boring and frustrating, but u can do it and it will be worth it.. I walk a lot, and it has realllly helped! Good luck ♡

Thanks all. This helped me also. Sleeved 6/6 and my stomach won't stop gurgling!! It's confusing because it feels like hunger! Wish I could chew!!!!!!

My stomach gurgled for the first few weeks, too. And I wasn't hungry.

I joked it was pissed off that I took away such a large part of it!

Does your surgeon have you taking an antacid every day? I have a prescription for pepcid (20 mg) that I take twice a day.

Caitlin, I felt like I was writing this! Thank you!!

I was sleeved June 3rd. First few days were rough and I am still not getting in enough Protein but am trying. Some days are better than others. Today I actually broke down and started crying. First time I was questioning myself.

I also appreciated everyone's response! Even though I plan to make better choices in my future, I want to be able to have pizza or a sandwich! I would be satified with 1 slice every once in a while! I guess my emotions have just been all over the place!

I have my first check up post op tomorrow. I have not stepped on a scale!

Thanks again to everyone!

Karen

Caitlin' date=' I felt like I was writing this! Thank you!!

I was sleeved June 3rd. First few days were rough and I am still not getting in enough Protein but am trying. Some days are better than others. Today I actually broke down and started crying. First time I was questioning myself.

I also appreciated everyone's response! Even though I plan to make better choices in my future, I want to be able to have pizza or a sandwich! I would be satified with 1 slice every once in a while! I guess my emotions have just been all over the place!

I have my first check up post op tomorrow. I have not stepped on a scale!

Thanks again to everyone!

Karen[/quote']

Hi Karen, I'm 11 days post op and I feel the same way you do about making future healthy choices. I love pizza too, and there are some good recipes floating around the board like Ricotta Bake and Crustless Pizza. If you enter those in your search bar you can find them easily. :-)