Question:
I'm 3 days post-op and miserable
I have no appetite. I'm SO sick of cream soups, malt-o-meal, and pudding. What else is there to eat? I absolutely HATE the protein supplement powder crap and im feeling i wish i wouldnt have done the surgery...my left side is killing me and all i wanna do is sleep and walk (cause it feels good). and sorry TMI but I havent had a bm since thurs night & only because the nurse @ hospital gave me 2 suppositories that day..ugh! I feel miserable...can somebody please help me w/ some support?! — snourty (posted on November 7, 2009)
November 7, 2009
Hang in there! it will get better--I'm only 4 weeks out, and while I still
tire easily, I also had that left sided pain--bad. I wore my
"girdle" and some nites slept in a recliner, which was more
comfortable to me than laying flat. I just went on solids a few days ago.
I found a few protein things I liked: Click (tastes like cafe mocha--15
grms of protein with water, add another 8 if you make it with milk);
atdkins advantage are ok. I also ordered the fruit drinks (mix with water;
15 grams of protein) from the hospital (brand was smartforme). Another
thing I tried was pureed cottage cheese, a little s/f vanilla ice cream
and pinapple. sounds weird, but was good. As far as the constipation, (I
had this bad too) drink, walk, and also it will get better after you get
off your pain meds. I now take benefiber daily (but remember, I'm 4 weeks
out) and that really helps--so you may want to ask about it. I guess your
letter touched a note in me b/c at 3 days I felt so much like you! It does
get better, although I am no expert--perhaps some people who are longer out
will also offer you words of wisdom.
— maryjo68
November 7, 2009
At 3 days out - I thought, 'What the hell did I just do?" now, at
almost 5 months out and wearing a size 14....It gets way better!
Obesityhelp.com is my daily spot for staying "In check" I have
had some rough days, but I do have so much energy now and Diabetes is gone!
Hang in there - You'll find what works for you, keep walking and get your
water in - I will keep you in my prayers, and know that there are many
people who will support you! Best of luck.
— ericahamel
November 7, 2009
I was in the exact same boat.No appetite,and the food i was putting in was
a task because i wasn't even hungry but knew i had to eat.As soon as my
diet allowed(1-2 weeks,all DR'S are different)I fell in love with refried
beans and lite sour cream.I did fine on that about 8 days out.We all have
asked our selves the first couple days"What have I
done?"..lol..but I can garantee in two weeks out you are going to feel
great and have no regrets.You will be able to start new foods very soon so
just hold on.I actually don't get hungry still and have to remind myself to
eat.
I wish you the best and please don't think you have messed up because you
are going to feel great.Give it just a little more time.
— carolyn1970
November 7, 2009
My surgery was in July. I was sooooo miserable for the whole summer. Same
as everyone else I wondered what did I do and could I have really just
dieted and excercised and not made this drastic (non reversible) change to
my body? I did not feel better in two weeks or three. In fact for me it was
more like 8 weeks of weakness and emotional struggle. OH buddies kept
telling me it will get better. Although I knew they would not lie, I could
not see how that would happen. Well my dear, they were right. I am off of
BP meds, lost 60 pounds, and feeling better everyday. Energy has returned
and life is on the way forward to better than "normal". Just hang
in there and tell yourself you can do this!
— browngathers
November 7, 2009
Hi Amy, I'm 16 months out..down 135 lbs. Even on my worst day I would still
have done the RNY surgery. I have had alot of issues with the
weightloss..but they were/are all worth it to me. Your body just went thru
a complete major change. After any surgery you will be just as you feel.
There are many different brands of protein out there and our tastes for
thing change for some odd reason after surgery. Things I could or even
enjoyed before just dont taste the same now. I was better with cold things
at first..all sugar free of course. Fudgesiceles, popsciles,yogart-even
frozen, pudding,jello. Some people are not able to do the cold..but it
really helped me. Drink(sip) your water. Make sure you get enough to
drink,that may also help with the bm.I have many different types of protein
drinks I use. Some are powdered,some are bottles...Isopure..40grms of
protein. I use crushed ice and pour it over and sip on it. I never liked
Kool-aid,but this has many different flavors..I like the Apple Melon..that
is me..it may not be for everyone. I use GNC in my area as they will either
give me a sample or they have some mixed up to sample. There are many good
companies out there to order on line from..one is Vita-Lady. The support
group I use has given me samples from Vita-Lady and they really are very
good..I just dont do well with ordering and waiting for something to get to
me. It really will get better..and you will enjoy the new healthier
you..in time. Rest and let your body heal. See you on the Losers Bench!
— tootsie52
November 7, 2009
hey there this is paulette from florida. i understand that you will feel
tired so sleep. try to drink water that may help with the bm's. water is
good for our bodies. drink some broth different flavors. be creative with
what you can eat. it will get better and remember this is a major surgery
and you body needs time to heal. slow and steady wins the race. my e mail
is [email protected] if you need more help i will be glad to talk to you.
take care paulette corrao pinellas park florida.
— paulette23
November 7, 2009
I know what you mean, I think everyone goes thru that thing of "what
did I do"? but like everyone else, I just couldnt wait to get to the
next day, cuz each day gets better and better. I got thru my 3-4 weeks
after surgery with a liquid protein called Protidiet, it comes in many
flavors and you mix with water and I was amazed by the taste, as I can tell
ya those other protein soups, puddings and drinks made me gag, but this one
was good, live on it for weeks and also have one every once in awhile, also
use them in my smoothies in the summer. Just hang in there, make sure you
get your water (liquids) in and walk walk walk, you will be up and feeling
great real soon, keep in touch!! Will be praying for you. Welcome to the
Losers Bench.
— [Deactivated Member]
November 7, 2009
I think just about everyone goes through this mental game. What you are
feeling is very very normal, but just hang in there, I promise it gets so
so much better. Before you know it you will be thinking why did I ever
doubt having this surgery. Keep your head up and think happy thoughts. Good
luck and welcome to the losers side!
— bostonkid33
November 8, 2009
I have a few months before surgery, but I am cruising through the OH site
and getting ideas of what to expect. I am glad there is a site for advice
and support. I hope it makes the journey easier. Good luck with your
recovery, I hope all is going well and that you will continue to visit the
site for the great support that is out there.
— davlynmb
November 8, 2009
I agree with everyone else. I too had those feelings. But now, six months
post-op and down 64 pounds. Now I know it's the best thing I've ever done
for myself! Hang in there.
— Char-Ree C.
November 9, 2009
At 3 days post op, it is best to stay on liquids. Clear liquids. Because
you don't have an appetite, you will forget to "eat" but you need
to get in as much liquids per day as possible, don't expect a lot right
now, but do try. Which means, set your minute timer for every 5 minutes to
remind you to sip, sip, sip. Chicken broth, beef broth, sugar free
popcicles, tea, protein (Atkins Advantage) thinned down, Crystal Lite, any
sugar free liquids. You won't have an appetite for 3 months or longer.
Your hunger nerves (don't know what else to call them, have been severed
during surgery) so they have to grow back. YOu will start to feel a
tingling weird feeling on the inside, almost like an itch. But don't worry
that is the nerves growning back. You are having pain from the gas they
used to blow up your abdomen and maybe even the anesthesia. You can use a
light stool softener, Sinocot (sp) to help you with the hardening of the
stools. But to make you go, try a little Milk of Magnesia. The first week
or two is pretty rough. It is normal to not use the bathroom for the
first 3-4 days. But when you do "Open the Windows" LOL, But hang
in there it is all worth it. Try my suggestions, and if you have any other
questions, please email me.
— Kristy
November 9, 2009
I am 3 days post op also. I have not gotten sick of the foods just the
flavors everything is sweet so broth is good for me and the sugar free
pops. I still crunch on alot of ice to. I do not start protein until day
5 post op so i can not help you there. yes in the hospital i freaked out
about what have I done, was this the right choice.
— Debbie G.
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