Hi,

I had my surgery on Monday, 1/26. Aside from some residual gas, I feel really great. I have zero pain, a little sore/tender around the incision sites but that's about it. I am having no difficulty in meeting my daily fluid/protein goals each day. I feel hungry and want to eat something more substantial. Has anyone had a similar situation? I'm worried....I wish I wasn't feeling this great and this hungry so soon.

At least for me, right after surgery, any feelings of hunger were more related to acid production and some heartburn. Do you have a PPI to take? (Nexium, Prilosec, etc.) Or Mylanta? Definintely ask your doctor's office. DO NOT eat anything substantial, follow your doctor's orders to the letter! And call them with questions.

Could be head hunger too. Just like any other habit, it takes a little while to break. Don't give into it - it does go away. You can do it!

I had my surgery the same day as you and I feel EXACTLY how you are feeling. I really think it's head hunger. This will be the hardest part for me. I'm hoping, from reading other posts that this will eventually pass.