Clear Liquid Blues

[NightPilgrim 57]

Howdy all,

I was sleeved exactly a week ago tomorrow AM. My doc's post operative diet called for 10 days of Clear Liquids following surgery, but I am struggling a bit and really want to move on to the full liquids phase. I know some people move on at 7 days and I am jealous!!

I had a low BMI at surgery (29) and physically I have had no issues since surgery whatsoever. I feel good. Back at work from home (though finding it hard to concentrate when I am only intaking very low calories), I'm walking the doggie a few miles a day, no acid, vomiting or nausea, already had some mini BMs. I do have a few incision twinges at surgery site but nothing major and the compression garment I'm wearing helps with those.

I just really want something other than broth, juice and tea. That's literally all that is on the diet plan for the first 10 days. broth, juice, tea. That's it. I'd just kill for some thicker Soups or greek yogurt, even a Protein shake... but don't want to defy doctors orders. Thing is, they just seemed to be his standard orders that he gives out to everyone, and not particularly tailored to me personally (sleeved in Mexico).

I know three days more shouldn't be a big deal. I keep telling myself that. This is temporary. Im lucky that my partner has cooked me up delicious home made beef Bone Broth and chicken broth and I feel super grateful.

Not sure if I am asking for approval or just moaning. I really want to stick to plan, but it's hard and this whole "I have no desire to eat" thing doesn't seem to be applying to me. The 10 day mark feels like an age away. Guessing its probably all in my head??

Other than that, feeling good!

[PatientEleventyBillion 851]

I would pester whoever clears you for your diets about why you can't be on full fluids. I was on clear fluids for an hour or two before being cleared for full fluids. While no one here can know any medical reasons for your circumstance, if you were discharged I assume you have no issues with vomiting, and you've been checked for leaks.. I personally wouldn't understand why you can't have full fluids.

My OR date was last Thursday (April 20) in the morning

Leak tests/barium swallow done Friday morning, confirmed all fine

Started clear fluids Friday afternoon, cleared for full Fluid meal for dinner (soup, Jello, non-SF popsicles), ate that with no issues, was discharged a couple hours later Friday evening on full fluid diet until around May 11th when I can have soft solids. Current diet is mainly Water (1.5-3L), 2% milk, high Protein M&BS oatmeal, unsweetened applesauce, YOP yogurt drink, and was just cleared via phone call from my case manager to make fruit smoothies.

Edited April 28, 2017 by PatientEleventyBillion

[Navigating the Wilderness 824]

I would definitely follow the orders for a 10 day liquid diet. The last thing you want is to go to the ER and have to explain to the doctors you are there because you quit following instructions less than 10 days after surgery.

[reneaw 6]

I was on full liquids once I went home from the hospital. I'm not sure why your doctor has you doing just clears.

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[Sparklequeen 20]

I was on full liquids after two days. But trust me,full liquids isn't any better! It gets old fast! I am soooo tired of Protein Shakes and soup[emoji501] ,lol!! I have 3 more days before I start the purée stage..I have been craving grilled chicken salad[emoji31] 🥗 Chicken is the first thing I'm gonna purée.

[Joann454 1,329]

I would pester whoever clears you for your diets about why you can't be on full fluids. I was on clear fluids for an hour or two before being cleared for full fluids. While no one here can know any medical reasons for your circumstance, if you were discharged I assume you have no issues with vomiting, and you've been checked for leaks.. I personally wouldn't understand why you can't have full fluids.
My OR date was last Thursday (April 20) in the morning
Leak tests/barium swallow done Friday morning, confirmed all fine
Started clear fluids Friday afternoon, cleared for full Fluid meal for dinner (soup, Jello, non-SF popsicles), ate that with no issues, was discharged a couple hours later Friday evening on full fluid diet until around May 11th when I can have soft solids. Current diet is mainly Water (1.5-3L), 2% milk, high Protein M&BS oatmeal, unsweetened applesauce, YOP yogurt drink, and was just cleared via phone call from my case manager to make fruit smoothies.< br>

That's how I want mine to go. In boom test for leaks peace out go home on full liquids.
Can't imagine Clear Liquids for so long. No protein. No energy.

[mariernest 32]

You should have half of your liquids with electrolytes!!!! Important. I had two weeks of clear but included Jello pop Sickles etc. this too shall pass

[Sosewsue61 3,185]

There are clear Protein Drinks like Isopure - are you allowed those?

[NightPilgrim 57]

Thanks for the support guys! I made it to 10 days with the assistance of a teeny spoonful of low fat greek yogurt when I was feeling at my most miserable.

Feeling pleased that I pretty much stuck to the instructions and know that it has helped with my mindset for the future.

Full liquids is going to feel like a total luxury now!

[NightPilgrim 57]

Also, for any others who might be struggling with the clear liquids phase....try (beef) Pho stock with a tiny bit of (chicken) boullion, its soooooo delicious!!