My surgery was April 7th, I just came home yesterday and I am having a problem getting as much Protein or liquids that they recommend. I have awful pains that feel like my stomach is trying to growl and I'm wondering if anyone else has had this problem?

I had lapband in 2010 and had it removed in February 2016. I remember having a hard time with protein just because I don't like it but can't remember if it felt the same.

At this point you should be on only Clear Liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink Protein shakes.

At this point you should be on only clear liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink protein shakes.

Not everyone is sent home on clear liquids. I wasn't.

From what I was told by my dr and nutritionist as of 04/9 I should be on stage 2 Protein shakes for 7 days which is low sugar protein shakes and other sugar free drinks, Jello, pops and broth

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Hi there Is it gas pains you are having? I have read this happens a lot, I have noticed lots of people recommend Gas-X strips.

I guess it could be gas pains didn't think of that

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Getting up and walking helps better with gas pains than anything. As far as getting in enough Protein and fluids, keep at it. It may take a few days to where you're hitting your targets, but it should get better each day.

And remember that in the early days, you can end up in the hospital again if you don't get in your fluids, but you won't be for too little protein. Your Protein drinks count as Fluid, too.

Edited April 11, 201610 yr by 2goldengirl

At this point you should be on only clear liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink protein shakes.

That isn't everyone's instructions.

I was explicitly allowed Premier Protein during my clear phase. Getting in my protein and fluids were both my surgeon's priorities.

To the OP, just keep sipping and working at it. It will get easier.

Are you taking a PPI?

At this point you should be on only clear liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink protein shakes.

When I leave the hospital I will be on protein shakes.

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At this point you should be on only clear liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink protein shakes.

That isn't everyone's instructions.

I was explicitly allowed Premier Protein during my clear phase. Getting in my protein and fluids were both my surgeon's priorities.

To the OP, just keep sipping and working at it. It will get easier.

Are you taking a PPI?

What is PPI? My dr told me to focus on getting any kind of Fluid in for the first few days to avoid dehydration.. The protein I just can't stomach because it is disgusting. Just can't wait to be on baby like food lol

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Protein shakes are part of my clear liquid stage too. Said I'd be drinking them in the hospital. I think it's important to have someone with you when getting instructions too - it's all so hard to remember and then you think - did they say I could have that or did I read it somewhere else. Protein is important immediately. I bought a few protein waters to try. I also found some chicken stock that has a fair amount of protein. I love chicken broth now - I hope I still do after surgery.

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At this point you should be on only Clear liquids. Your Protein requirements shouldn't be worried about until you are on the full liquid phase where you can drink Protein shakes.

That isn't everyone's instructions.

I was explicitly allowed Premier Protein during my clear phase. Getting in my protein and fluids were both my surgeon's priorities.

To the OP, just keep sipping and working at it. It will get easier.

Are you taking a PPI?

What is PPI? My dr told me to focus on getting any kind of Fluid in for the first few days to avoid dehydration.. The protein I just can't stomach because it is disgusting. Just can't wait to be on baby like food lol

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A PPI is an acid blocker (like Prilosec). I was prescribed on for several months post-op.

A PPI (proton pump inhibitor) is a medication (Prilosec is one brand) that can help decrease the acid in your stomach so you don't get heartburn, a common problem with the sleeve.

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