How long after surgery ....

Does your liquid diet last?  Mine is 2 weeks ... so I only have 1 more wee****il pureed foods.  I had 1 week prior to surgery I was on liquids too ... so its been 2 weeks since I had real (even pureed) food.  It's just starting to get to me.

So, how long?

I feel the same way.  I've only been on this since last Thursday.  I know not that long.  I'm wondering if I'm doing anything wrong.  I'm so afraid of that.  I've realized today that I'm waiting to long to eat (I mean drink) my protein, etc.  My doc said I could have strained soups and that has helped.  I'm learning that I did eat for the wrong reasons.  I want something to eat, but I'm not hungry.  And it goes back to the fact that you always want what you can't have.  Mind over matter.  The good news is I've lost several pounds since last week.  I was not suppose to get on the scales, but that keeps me focused.  Good luck to you. 

I feel your pain.

Not complaining.  I'm so glad I had this done.  I do feel more in control.

Hey Karen, I am exactly where you are...I had surgery on the 27th.  I had one week before of liuids.  I am on clear fluids until the 9th of Feb.  On the 10 I am still fluids, but can have yougurt, pudding, cream soups, applesauce..etc. something more substancial than apple  juice, broth and jello and water...I find making dinner for my family the hardest but remind myself that it is all for a good reason! I can do it....We can do it...we made it this far, we can continue....good luck, chat soon.  Laura

I'm in the same boat.  I started the liquid diet on 1/11.  I had my surgery on 1/20.  I'm supposed to go to pureed foods tomorrow - thank god. 

So, after 23 days It's getting to me, too.  I made soup today to puree and freeze for my next stage of eating and it was all I could do to keep myself from eating the soup as it was.

I know that part of this is me wanting my comfort food.  I think the other part is natural - we want something more substantial.

Take it one day at a time - or one shake at a time.  It helped me to try to mix up the liquid options a bit (as long as I got my protein).

You're doing fine.  Before you know it you'll be onto pureed.  In the meantime, keep us posted.

 

like i said before i know your pain. i had surgery on the 12 of jan and i was on a liquid diet for three weeks and i was going crazy. the funny thing is that i would nearly pull my hair out when i smelled the food being prepared but afterwards when i saw it it kind of grossed me out. just take it one day at a time and it will get better. im now in the mushy food stage but i find that im staying more with the liquid stuff makes me feel fuller(weird). can you have protein shakes try having 4 of those every day and you wont want to eat. also my doctor told me that if you feel hungry drink water. i think it is mostly in our head. like the previous post said we crave our confort food. try to do things to keep your mind occupied, and before you know it, 1 week will have passed. i think you can have sf popsicles as part of liquid diet, but before you have one call your dc. office and ask

Hi Karen.  I understand what you're going thru.  I was on liquids for 2 weeks and have been on pureed foods for the last week.  It was tough, but before you know it, you'll be able to eat other things.  Just try to remember this is a good thing you are doing for your new stomach.  

Rachel

I also had my surgery on 1/12 but I my dr and nut only required 10-14 days to be on each stage.  However, due to complications I was on liquids extra long.  Now I can eat a little tuna, yogurt and shakes with banana and/or cranberries with no problem.  Today I made a cheese quiche which had cheddar & cottage cheese and so far so good.  I think it's a trial & error thing....everyone's body is different and you won't know how your body reacts until you try.

Kayla

Hi Karen,


Every DR has different dietary restrictions based, I suppose, on their own research and favorable outcomes w/ previous patients.  I was on a diet of 2 Atkins shakes (low carb) a day and for dinner 4 oz of lean protein and 1/2 cup of vegetables.  We had surgery on the same day and I was on clear liquids until last Friday.  Then pureed food for two weeks, however, it must be protein ONLY for 2 months.  After that I can start to add veggies, then @ 4 months fruits.  Complex carbs only after I've lost 75% of my weight and no protein shakes at all.  I truly feel your angst--I'm already tired of pureed YUCK and only protein,  but as has been said before, WE know this isn't  "the easy way out" .  Just picture yourself a year from now and I know it will get better.

Hugs, Tracy

Thank you guys so much for all the feedback!  Today is a much better day than yesterday was (food wise).  Hope everyone is coming along great!

Oh my gosh... I am dying for anything but liquid! My Dr. requires 2 weeks liquid diet pre op and 2, 3 + week after surgery!!!!!

I am SOOOO jealous! Have a bite for me!!!