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5 days post op VGS, but I don't feel different

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notaslavetofood    0

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So maybe it's the food demons trying to convince me that the surgery isn't going to be successful in the long run, but my stomach doesn't feel any different. I'm hydrating fine (I'm averaging around 48oz a day) and holding down Protein Shakes with no issues other than a little gas. I'm concerned that I don't "feel full" as every one said I would. Has anyone else experienced this?

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Hungryman    42

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So maybe it's the food demons trying to convince me that the surgery isn't going to be successful in the long run, but my stomach doesn't feel any different. I'm hydrating fine (I'm averaging around 48oz a day) and holding down Protein Shakes with no issues other than a little gas. I'm concerned that I don't "feel full" as every one said I would. Has anyone else experienced this?
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I felt same way but when you start eating solid foods you'll feel the difference

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notaslavetofood    0

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I felt same way but when you start eating solid foods you'll feel the difference

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Thank you so much. I've been a little discouraged today bc of it. I'm SO thankful my recovery has been smooth so far but I was a little concerned bc I don't "feel" different. I guess it's just a process of retraining my mind as I go?

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Hungryman    42

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Thank you so much. I've been a little discouraged today bc of it. I'm SO thankful my recovery has been smooth so far but I was a little concerned bc I don't "feel" different. I guess it's just a process of retraining my mind as I go?

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Yes it is...I have had zero issues and very thankful for it after reading some of the posts ...just take it slow!!!!

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I’m so glad you asked this! I was sleeved on 9/12 and I feel the same way. The only time I really even notice a difference is if I try to drink really cold Water. I’m glad to hear that it’s different with food- I was getting worried.

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I’m so glad you asked this! I was sleeved on 9/12 and I feel the same way. The only time I really even notice a difference is if I try to drink really cold Water. I’m glad to hear that it’s different with food- I was getting worried.
Yes! I've noticed kind of a tinge of pain if something is super cold but that's it.

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I agree, had the same issue. I was surprised at how much I could drink. But food is a very different story. And it is an adjustment. But after a couple of months you will settle into a groove.
Yes! I've been kind of freaked out at how well I've tolerated liquids and how thirsty I stay. I haven't had any problems drinking other than having to stop myself from guzzling just bc i was told it will come back up or hurt. Thank you!!

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MG1776    275

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Like others have said, it will show as you progress into more solid foods. The restriction will hit rather quickly. Take your time eating as you get used to your new "normal" and make sure to chew. Almost 1 year post op and don't feel much different from month 2 to 11 when it comes to the amount of food. Enjoy the few bites you have, and better yet, enjoy the conversation with those that you are with.

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Jingle123423    165

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3 hours ago, Hungryman said:

I felt same way but when you start eating solid foods you'll feel the difference

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When you say solid foods, do you mean things like chicken, or are you counting cottage cheese and yogurt in that?

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11 hours ago, notaslavetofood said:

So maybe it's the food demons trying to convince me that the surgery isn't going to be successful in the long run, but my stomach doesn't feel any different. I'm hydrating fine (I'm averaging around 48oz a day) and holding down Protein Shakes with no issues other than a little gas. I'm concerned that I don't "feel full" as every one said I would. Has anyone else experienced this?

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Felt the same way for a few, but Bypass patients get to the puree stage usually in 3 days post op, so that's really only as long as that sensation stuck around, I didn't feel anything different, Until I started putting something other than just liquid in.

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8 hours ago, Jingle123423 said:

When you say solid foods, do you mean things like chicken, or are you counting cottage cheese and yogurt in that?

You will feel it with Yogurt and cottage cheese too, not just chicken. (At least I do)

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You will feel some restriction with all foods, even sliders in the very beginning, as inflammation subsides some foods will be easier and then some foods will slide easier too. You might have food aversions to some items because either they don't taste good now or they get stuck too quickly. At 11 months chicken breast is still not great to eat, and just now lettuce is going down okay. Everyone is different and something that you can't tolerate you will be able to a little later in the process.

Just follow the plan, stay super hydrated, no drinking a few minutes before, chew small bites, wait, stop before full - this one takes some learning, never ever ever overeat your level of fullness, drink 30 minutes after. You may have weird 'signs' you are getting full - runny nose, sneezing, hiccups - I still hiccup, and my nose sometimes runs. In the beginning my nose ran like a spigot......And sometimes you get the 'foamies' or 'slimes' - stop eating or you will upchuck....

Enjoy the journey!

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Mountain Gal    3

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I’m so glad you asked this, I was sleeved on 9/13 and have felt the same way! I feel better now knowing this is kinda normal for where I’m at.

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