I had my gastric sleeve done on April 16, 2019. I’m currently in my full liquids stage. When I drink water or eat jello or just consume anything within the rules so to say, I can’t tell if my stomach hurts because I’m full or gassy. I’ve been burping a lot after surgery but past two days I have been having a lot of gas (TMI, sorry). Anyone feel the same?

Hey rosekay!

I actually had my VSG on April 17, 2019, so I’m still on my clear liquids. Anyways, I have the exact same feeling after I drink anything. Whether I take the tiniest of sips or just a normal little sip, hot or cold, i always get some terrible gas pains after a couple sips. I’ve read a few things that it’s normal for up to a week, and that it’s just your new stomach adjusting still. But I too have the same gas, stuck in my stomach feeling.

Hi Jon!

Yeah, it feels very weird. That’s why it confuses me on whether it’s gas or pain from being full. However, I measure everything just to be safe.

Also, look out for the dumping syndrome. I freaked out but when I called my nurse, she said it’s normal and it’s supposed to happen.

Congratulations on your VSG and best of luck ツ

Best of luck to you too! Hopefully someone who’s been out of surgery a little longer can give us some insight.

I had my sleeve performed on April 17th as well and I am experiencing similar symptoms. For some reason the pain is worse with chicken broth. It tends to come and go. Have either of you started planning for the next stage?

John

4/18 for bypass same feeling tummy is huge lol

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My doc recommended chewable GasX. It was a lifesaver! I’m 8 days post op. Surgery- 4/15/19.

I took max amount daily for first 5 days.  Now just when discomfort hits!  I’d love to hear more from y’all.  I’m on full liquids now.

I’ll have to ask about gasX when I go to my follow up appointment, thanks!

On 04/23/2019 at 10:57, JT1563 said:

I had my sleeve performed on April 17th as well and I am experiencing similar symptoms. For some reason the pain is worse with chicken broth. It tends to come and go. Have either of you started planning for the next stage?

John

I am so ready! All of the liquids and proteins are sweet or chicken broth. I so need savory in my life. I am hoping to purée some squash, carrots, deviled eggs- minus a few ingredients- next week.

How are y’all doing otherwise? I have one incision and spot that is still quite sore. Otherwise no pain. A little tired, but doing well and weight loss has been good so far.

VSG- 04/15/19

HW: 322

SW: 300

CW: 290

Down: 32 pounds and 8.5 inches

My pain has been very minimum. I never took any pain medication, in fact I refused the script for narcotics. I’m still gassy at times but it comes and goes. I go back to the surgeon tomorrow and hopefully will start the purées stage. I’m trying to find things to eat that won’t gross me out in this texture. I’m glad your doing well. I know I’m losing weight because my pants fell down to my ankles yesterday when I was walking in the garage. It might be time for a belt.