Day 5 post op...not feeling full?
Hello everyone! I had my VSG surgery on February 5th and now I'm day 5 on my liquid diet. I noticed that its a lot easier to get things down and generally do not feel those cramps I did when I first got out of surgery. I guess this is normal and a good sign that things are healing, HOWEVER I have a bit of concern....
I am not feeling that "full" sensation I did a few days earlier where I could barely get in three spoonfuls of broth. I just finished a bowl now and while satisfied.... I'm not full. Is this normal? Is this head hunger trying to kick in....and has anybody else experienced this?
Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks so much!
Liquids pretty much go straight through.
The 'fullness' you had for a few days was likely caused by swelling from the surgery.
While you are healing, you need to stick to your plan ... Whatever that is .... And trust that thousands have gone before you
You will need to adjust, in the coming weeks, to the difference between 'full' and 'satisfied'. For most of us,that means eating a measured amount on a pretty strict schedule .. And letting satiety 'kick in' a few minutes. After the food has been eaten.
It helped me to have a list of 'Things to do besides eat' that I could refer to .... If it was not meal time I did something on my list to distract myself until it WAS time to eat.
Hang in there ...
You probably won't start feeling 'full' until you go to solid foods... it makes a difference...
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Early on measure everything and do not exceed it. Stop if you ever feel full. Honestly, that old full feeling, for me anyway, is a feeling from the past. I don't get it any longer. I still measure most everything and sometimes I don't get through it. Be patient and don't look for a restriction or full feeling for a few months.
You, honestly, won't feel full for about 3 months. Understand that when they did your Sleeve, they have sliced the nerves attached to your stomach. It will take months for them to make new connections. That's why it's so important to weigh whatever you eat. That way you won't overeat and damage your Sleeve.
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the "full" feeling is very different now. And I think the signal is a little different for everyone. For me it's sort of a stuck feeling... hard to explain. But if you eat/drink very slowly, you won't push past it accidently. Even one bite can make a difference for me so I have to give each bite time to get into my pouch so I know if I'm full. The measuring bit is important... and sometimes it's important because you are not getting enough protein... there are days I'm "full" on less than one egg. That means I'm not getting enough protein from that meal and will need to track that and supplement later with a protein shake.
On other days, I think I could easily eat too much (both hubby and I love to cook and cook well) just because what is on the plate looks and smells so good. But measuring, taking small bites, chewing well and eating slowly keeps that in check as well.
Liquidy foods like soup, chili, yogurt, shakes, etc, will slide through and can result in you over eating, so be careful with those.
Cate K
Northern Neck, VA 5'4" 56 years old
Highest weight 245: 7/1/2015, RNY surgery on October 26th. Had multiple complications and follow up surgeries and stayed in hospital for 24 days. Goal weight is 140.
on 2/12/16 2:07 pm
You are not supposed to eat until your feel full or satisfied at 5 days postop. That is ridiculous. All the nerves in your stomach have been cut and will takes time to heal. It is vital you measure what you eat and drink. Your sleeve most likely holds 3 oz without the swelling. If you are eating more than that you will cause damage. Please measure your food and don't look for a full sensation
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Thanks everyone for your replies but I think a few of your have misread my post. I am NOT eating anything solid this is in reference to my liquid diet. However I think measuring everything is definitely the best route to go :)
It's definitely a process I am trying to get used to but I know in the long run this is worth it for a healthier lifestyle.
