5 weeks post op.

[Alison22 1]

Hi out there, I was sleeved on January 18/17 and I'm now about 5 weeks post op. At my 1 month check up I was down 28 lbs. from 281lbs to 253lbs. I'm wondering how people are feeling and eating/drinking? I still get some pain or like a tightening feeling in my chest or what feels like my lower esophagus?? I also am having a hard time keeping foods down. Tonight I had a little chicken and broccoli and it didn't stay down. Am I rushing the solids? I feel sick after every "meal". I notice I am hungry more often, like every two hrs. But can only eat a few bites of solid food and then I'm satisfied but usually uncomfortable. I try my best to not mix liquid close to any meals but sometimes I feel like the food is stuck after I swallow because I can't wash it down with any liquid. Does this relate to anyone? I don't know of anyone personally that has had this surgery and I'm wondering if this is normal in the beginning and when to expect these symptoms to subside.

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[Kaylamh 144]

Try to chew more with each bite. I have the same problem, and sometimes cave and have a sip of Water and then feel bloaty.

[kimberb 323]

Broccoli? I'm not sure if that's a wise choice. Especially since your tummy is still tender. You need to focus on getting protien. I'm 16 days post-op. My post-op has been fairly easy compared to alot of people on here. Are you reaching your protien & fluid goals? How much are you eating at one time?
Maybe you should go back to soft food for a little while and let your tummy heal some more. I'd definitely check with your surgeon about eating broccoli this soon.

[janedoe92 260]

I agree with the chewing more. I'm also a month out, my plan allows veggies at this point. I do well with them but they have to be diced pretty small then I have to chew really well so I don't get bubbles or pain. Try that if it doesn't work it may just be the broccoli. I had a friend who had the sleeve she said broccoli was the only veggie that didn't sit well for her until like now and she's about 3 years post op

Also, maybe the chicken wasn't moist enough. Any meat I eat at this point that doesn't have some type of sauce or something is too heavy and doesn't go down well for me.

[Nika1480 4]

Hi out there, I was sleeved on January 18/17 and I'm now about 5 weeks post op. At my 1 month check up I was down 28 lbs. from 281lbs to 253lbs. I'm wondering how people are feeling and eating/drinking? I still get some pain or like a tightening feeling in my chest or what feels like my lower esophagus?? I also am having a hard time keeping foods down. Tonight I had a little chicken and broccoli and it didn't stay down. Am I rushing the solids? I feel sick after every "meal". I notice I am hungry more often, like every two hrs. But can only eat a few bites of solid  food and then I'm satisfied but usually uncomfortable. I try my best to not mix liquid close to any meals but sometimes I feel like the food is stuck after I swallow because I can't wash it down with any liquid. Does this relate to anyone? I don't know of anyone personally that has had this surgery and I'm wondering if this is normal in the beginning and when to expect these symptoms to subside.
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I feel the exact same way. I have know idea what's going on. I'm at the point where I'm scared to eat because I don't want to throw up anymore.

[Nika1480 4]

Is anyone else having the same issues?

[Nika1480 4]

I feel the exact same way. I have no idea what's going on. I'm at the point where I'm scared to eat because I don't want to throw up anymore.

[VSG_PurpleButterfly 37]

Hi out there, I was sleeved on January 18/17 and I'm now about 5 weeks post op. At my 1 month check up I was down 28 lbs. from 281lbs to 253lbs. I'm wondering how people are feeling and eating/drinking? I still get some pain or like a tightening feeling in my chest or what feels like my lower esophagus?? I also am having a hard time keeping foods down. Tonight I had a little chicken and broccoli and it didn't stay down. Am I rushing the solids? I feel sick after every "meal". I notice I am hungry more often, like every two hrs. But can only eat a few bites of solid  food and then I'm satisfied but usually uncomfortable. I try my best to not mix liquid close to any meals but sometimes I feel like the food is stuck after I swallow because I can't wash it down with any liquid. Does this relate to anyone? I don't know of anyone personally that has had this surgery and I'm wondering if this is normal in the beginning and when to expect these symptoms to subside.
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Your bites may be too large and you may not be chewing your food good enough. My surgeons office recommends dime size bites and chewing until food is applesauce consistency.