I am only getting about 20gm. protein & I am 15 days post-op.

I add protein powder (from the Dr. "pro-mod") and it is 5gm.protein per scoop. We are also adding "just whites" for protein. However, I am FULL all of the time. This is included in my 1oz. of Carnation Instant Breakfast. Not only am I not getting my protein in, I can barely get liquids in, because I am so full that I "hurt" all of the time. I am injecting 2oz. water as I can, into my "JJ TUBE" which is still in, so about 4-5 times a day I manage to inject 6-8oz. at a time in. And after my CIB, I get 6 1oz. waters or juice. All in all, I am finding it very difficult to get in both proteins and fluids. I'm still on clear liquids......any ideas? All input appreciated! Barbara PS-usually, I can only manage about three Instant Breakfasts followed by the 6-1oz. liquids, because I am so full I feel I cannot put anything else in there. (yes, I have head hunger like some of you). Thanks!

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