Im on my 5th day POp, lots of embarrassing problems, unable to get any protein down, only maybe 8

oz of liquids, still urinating, excessive diarrhea, to the point i lost control of my bowels, pain is ok. I'm stressed

Oh and Im only 1 & 3/4 weeks post op

Don't worry about Protein right now just get the fluids in

I was having problems the nurse told me get Fluid in so you won't get dehydrated

Sent from my iPad using RNYTalk

Whey protein also made me sick. I ordered chicken broth from Unjury and each time I are it, I ran to the bathroom quickly thereafter. Fluids are more important than anything else in the beginning. I'm sure it's little comfort, but it does get better.

Which protein shakes are you doing? Also the test tube looking proteins you can put into ice cube trays with toothpicks and tin foil on top and freeze like a icy-pop. Also use natural flavored protein and out into broths, yogurt or cottage cheese. I had RNY April 25th of last year, I also work at a health food store. I hope my suggestions help, best of luck to you

Lactose intollerance is not uncommon after RNY surgery. Folks who never had an issue with "milk" products can find that they do for a time after surgery. After being away from it for a month, you can try it again to see if the intolerance goes away.

If you're now eating your Protein vesus drinking it and the problem went away, that may have been it.

Hope you're feeling better.

Im mainly just drinking liquids still. Trying desperately to stay hydrated, but not keeping up very well. I'm lucky to get in 32oz a day. My post op is next week, anxious to see what they say. But as soon as I cut out the protien, the diarrhea stopped

Im mainly just drinking liquids still. Trying desperately to stay hydrated' date=' but not keeping up very well. I'm lucky to get in 32oz a day. My post op is next week, anxious to see what they say. But as soon as I cut out the protien, the diarrhea stopped[/quote']

What Protein shakes are you doing. A lot of the shakes have sugar alcohols in them that can cause diarrhea. I had this problem and was so horribly miserable. So many possibilities. But wow you are down a lot I 7 weeks out and only Down 28 since surgery. Also if you haven't tried them yet sugar free Popsicles are the best and help you get your fluids in. Hang in there it will get better.

Have you tries a different type of Protein and Protein Drink?? My friend was drinking a brand that gave her diarrhea. As soon as she changed to a different brand it stopped. Personally unlike muscle milk drinks 20g pro, 160 cal low on sugar. Hope you feel better

Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk