Eating after surgery

[missengineer 19]

I had my surgery on 6/29/16, I'm feeling great, pain is manageable with the pains meds given and I could easily fool myself into thinking that I didn't have any surgery if it wasn't for the incisions.

However, I'm having problems eating. I can easily drink Clear liquids at room temperature but the moment I switch to a Protein shake, yogurt, or applesauce I start having spasms or pain in my stomach. I take baby sips. In almost a week, I have only drank about 10 oz of Proteins shakes and 2-3 oz of yougurt plus all the Clear Liquids. Is this normal? How long before I can start handling anything other that clear liquids with more ease? I need more nourishment in my opinion. Any feedback is appreciated.

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[wfhmomtx 4]

Same surgery day here, but my diet for a week after was ONLY Clear liquids...yogurt and Protein drinks don't start until 7 days out (today). My doctor told me he didn't care about Protein until at least 5 days out because of the almost guaranteed nausea. I had my first added Protein powder on Monday and got about 20g that day and 20 the next. Now that the first week is up, I can add yogurt and other non-clear liquids.

Obviously it's too late for this info now, but I think what you experienced was normal given you were allowed to have those other fooda. Maybe take a day or two to just focus on clear to see is you can settle things down, and possibly talk to your NUT.

[ivorythomascina 14]

Hi, I was sleeved on 6/30. I just went for my post op visit today and only got my 'ok' for yogurt, pudding, milk and Protein shakes today.

I think you added things too soon-clear liquids and Jello for a whole week is the norm. I did get the 'ok' however to do this: I tried the unflavored Protein Powder in MIO-yuck???? so I tried it in broth(broth can't be too hot and you do have to really stir it in to mix), and It's pretty tolerable! 1/2 pk or 1/2 scoop(10g Protein ) in 8oz broth. Four times a day I had 4oz. See if that helps w energy and hunger. Gradually add the shakes and yogurt back into your diet. Good luck!

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[4u2nvyme 96]

I was allowed yogurt, cream of wheat and mashed potatoes and clear liquids 3rd day outa surgery. Every Doc is different. I still get stomach cramps and Im 8 days out. Is still hard to reach my Protein amnt. I actually just started adding my Protein powder to my fruit shakes 2 days ago.

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Edited July 6, 2016 by 4u2nvyme

[hebert5943 8]

My surgery date was 6/29, and I am still having problems getting my 30gm of Protein in as well as my 64oz of Water intake. I'm always feeling full. I use powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder which I add to broth but I'm only able to take in about 6oz. I can't tolerate the Protein shakes or smoothies I make because they are too sweet. Do anyone have any suggestions?

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

My surgery date was 6/29, and I am still having problems getting my 30gm of Protein in as well as my 64oz of Water intake. I'm always feeling full. I use unjury Protein Powder which I add to broth but I'm only able to take in about 6oz. I can't tolerate the Protein shakes or smoothies I make because they are too sweet. Do anyone have any suggestions?

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30 grams of protein seems extremely low. You can get 30 grams with one Protein shake. Are you ate that 30 grams is your protein target?

[hebert5943 8]

I will be increasing to 60gm starting Wednesday. I hope I'm able to do it, because it has definitely been a challenge.

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