feeling weepy

Hi everyone, I just thought I should come here to whine a bit. I'm almost 2 weeks post-up, and am having my worst day yet. Feeling extremely hungry all day. Can't seem to get much fluids down either. Not tolerating the protein shake too well today. I'm really feeling sorry for myself, wondering WHY did I do this surgery in the first place, why couldn't I have been normal and go on a "healthy eating plan", without having my guts tore open? I'm pretty sure these feelings will pass but I am ready to have a breakdown if I don't talk about it. My next Dr.s appointment is Monday, and I really hope I can start to eat something.Well all, thanks for letting me vent, hope everyone is well tonight. I also can't wait to be able to lay down and sleep in my bed. I wonder how long that takes, I've been sleeping in a recliner---YUK

Debbie, Please know that these feelings will pass. I am willing to be that once you get on the scale on Monday you will no longer be having thoughts of regret...... Each day will get a little better and yes there will be some small steps backwards but then some giant steps foward. I don't know what Dr. Valin has you doing the first two weeks but I could only have 2 oz of ensure 3 times a day for the first two weeks and of course all the fluids (water, crystal lite, fruit 2 O) that I could tolerate. I didn't even get to try the protein drinks until week 3 and by then I was feeling good. Don't know about the bed thing. I guess that really depends on how you heal from your open insicion. Keep walking and drinking and your body will loosen up and the gas will dissapate and sleeping will get better. Keep your chin up Linda

Hi Debbie, Please, please come here to vent whenever you like, that's what we are all here for, to support each other on good days and bad days. These feelings you are experiencing are all normal and most of us post-ops have felt this way too. It will pass and it will get better. You will have great days and some not so great, so take advantage of the good ones. I'm sorry that your having a tough time but remember it is only temporary. I bet when you get on that scale your spirits will soar. Hugs coming your way, Mary Lou

Hang in there - it will get better. It can be a difficult time, many people go through a similar period of uncertainty about what they did. Everyone is right - you will feel better on Monday after seeing the results, and just wait a few months -- whew, you won't believe how great you feel. God Bless, Kathy Bilodeau

Debbie, It will pass. Trust me and Linda is right. Once you get on that scale you won't second guess yourself any more. It's also hard dealing with the food issues. Once you progress to the next stage, you'll feel better about all of it. Maggie

Hi Debbie, I am sorry you are having a tough time. I am also almost 2 weeks post op, and I just started sleeping in my bed. I had lap RNY, not open. I couldn't sleep flat on my back because I was getting uncomfortable, so I had been sleeping in the recliner also. We have this incredibly comfortable bed, and I was missing it! Every night my husband asked somewhat devilishly if I was sleeping in the bed or not. It felt great to sleep in bed again. My surgeons diet is different than yours I think, as they all seem to be. I can have up to 8 ounces an hour and alternate between a protein shake and a clear liquid, or tomato juice (which I hate, so wo't drink). Of course, there is no way I can drink that much, but I have been able to get 3-4 ounces per hour. I find when I am hungry, I have a couple sips of protein shake and it takes the hunger away. I really like the atkins shakes. I haven't really enjoyed any of the protein samples I bought or the Ensure. Well hang in there, you will be feeling better soon and will be happy to have this behind you. Anne

Dear Debbie- I am 19 days post-op. I have some really tough days too. You just have to keep moving forward and know that there are easier days ahead! Good luck! Christine